Located in Tahoe National Forest outside of Foresthill, the Americna Fire continues to burn in steep and hazardous terrain as well as timber fuels that have not burned in several decades. Consumption of heavy fuels continues to contribute to the heavy smoke in the surrrounding areas.

An emergency closure order is in place for portions of National Forest System lands within and adjacent to the American Fire.

A map and description of the closed area can be obtained at Tahoe National Forest offices as well as online at http://www.fs.usda.gov/tahoe

American Fire: 13,730 acres burning / 49% containment.
1,851 Firefighting Personnel
10,000 Acres ~ 15 Square Miles

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