10/03/2026
𝐌𝐜𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐥𝐥 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐞 𝐔𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞 | 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 | 𝟑:𝟑𝟎𝐩𝐦
Humboldt County Emergency Management has received an update from the U.S. Wildland Fire Service (BLM) regarding the McConnell Fire.
Increased winds have caused some interior fire activity and hot spots to flare up within the existing containment area. The fire remains within established containment lines, and there is currently no threat to the public.
Crews are using water and retardant to cool hot spots and reinforce containment lines. Residents in the area may continue to see smoke, and at times visible flames, from within the burned area. This does not mean the fire has escaped containment.
Because of the amount of remaining heat and fuel within the fire perimeter, portions of the McConnell Fire are expected to continue smoldering until significant moisture or snowfall occurs.
Fire personnel will continue to patrol, monitor and conduct mop-up operations as needed to keep the fire within the established containment area.
As always, if you see new smoke or flames, especially outside the known fire area, please report it by calling 911. Do not assume visible smoke or fire has already been reported.
