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Resolved Jul 27, 2026 at 1:05 PM. Kept for reference.
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Mt. Carmel Fire

Baca County · Started Jul 23, 2026 at 4:36 PM · Updated 5h ago

2,000acres
0%contained
44personnel
Naturalcause
Jul 23discovered
Approximate area based on reported fire size

About this incident

The Mt. Carmel Fire is burning in Baca County. It was reported on July 23. The latest mapping puts it at 2,000 acres. Containment stands at 0 percent. 44 personnel are assigned. Reported fire behavior: minimal. The cause is listed as natural. Data comes from the National Interagency Fire Center.