Incident Update Baker Fire

Date:
07/16/2025
Time:
7:37 PM

Incident Facts

Name
Baker Fire
Start Date/Time
2025-07-16
Incident Status
Active
Location
North of Highway 36 West, Cottonwood
Type
Wildfire
Cause
Under Investigation
Counties
Tehama
Administration Unit
CAL FIRE Tehama-Glenn Unit
Unified Command Agency(s)
Size
17
Containment
100%
Structures Threatened
Structures Destroyed
Structures Damaged
Civilian Injuries
Firefighter Injuries
Civilian Fatalities
Firefighter Fatalities

Current Situation

Situation Summary

Foward progress of the fire has been stopped. Crews are making good progress. Commitment time for resources is 6 to 8 hrs.

Assigned Resources

Numerous firefighting air tankers from throughout the State are flying fire suppression missions as conditions allow.

Engines
8
Water Tenders
2
Helicopters
0
Dozers
2
Hand Crews
2
Total Personnel
60