News Release

7-31-2023 New York Fire Incident Update

Smoke partially obscures the sun along one of the preserves many backcountry roads.

NPS

News Release Date: July 31, 2023

Contact: Stephanie Bishop, 303-961-5540

Contact: Sierra Willoughby, 760-221-5310

The York fire is under investigation, it started on private land that is within the Mojave National Preserve.

Firefighters saw minimal fire activity last night, along with some precipitation. This means the fire’s intensity and spread were relatively low, which could help in their containment efforts and reducing the risk to property and lives.

Today firefighters will continue to focus on containment and suppression efforts. Limited visibility due to thick smoke is a challenge the firefighters are facing. With visibility up to a mile or less in some areas it has a significant implication and causes hazardous conditions, hindering firefighting operations as it affects aerial support, ground crews’ movement, and communications between firefighting units.

This is an ongoing coordinated effort between resources from the National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, San Bernadino Fire Protection District, and Clark County Fire. Additional, resources have been ordered to assist in these efforts.

As always, it's important to stay updated on official information and follow safety instructions given by local authorities. If you're in the vicinity of the fire, please take necessary precautions to ensure your safety and the safety of those around you.

Road and Area Closures: Ivanpah, Hart Mine Road, and Walking Box Ranch Roads are CLOSED in the area.   These closures are due to hazardous wildfire conditions and fire suppression operations. Please stay clear of the area. All campgrounds are now open in the Preserve. Please visit go.nps.gov/MojaveConditions for more information on facilties and road status.

Smoke Effects: Smoke from the fire is reaching into Nevada and southern Utah. For current smoke impacts and for tips on managing your exposure of wildfire smoke, please visit Airnow.gov; also visit Nevada’s Department of Conservation and Natural Resources at Smoke Smart: Pro Tips to Protect your Family from Wildfire Smoke | DCNR (nv.gov)

Clark County, Nevada Impacts: The York Fire is working closely with Clark County Communications to provide timely and accurate information to the public. If you have any questions regarding what is occurring specifically with the residential areas of Nipton and Searchlight, please visit https://www.clarkcountynv.gov/newslist.php or follow on twitter at https://twitter.com/ClarkCountyNV