News Release
News Release Date: October 7, 2026
Current Status
Operational Update
Due to the success on the south and southwest sides of the fire, yesterday several crews were able to shift positions and strengthen nearby divisions. Mule trains again played a key role, hauling meals, water, fuel, generators, lanterns, drip torches, and other equipment into remote areas. By moving supplies over rugged terrain, the mule teams reduced demand on air operations and allowed helicopters to focus on water‑dropping bucket missions.
Today, the eastern side remains the priority, with crews working down the fire’s edge from the north and up from the south. Aircraft will continue supporting firefighters on the ground, with helicopters and fixed‑wing resources as needed. Structure protection remains in place at the Ostrander ski hut. Crews will continue making progress on direct line construction on the north and west sides and backhaul equipment from contained areas.
Weather
Warm and dry conditions with similar temperatures, relative humidities, and winds are expected to continue Wednesday and Thursday as high pressure continues.
Air Quality
Smoke Outlooks with air quality and forecast information are available at:
https://fire.airnow.gov/#7/38.532/-119.416
Closures
Yosemite National Park is open and operating normally, with the following exceptions:
- Glacier Point Road is closed due to reduced visibility from smoke and to safely allow firefighting operations. The road will reopen when conditions allow. There are no imminent threats to infrastructure. The Four Mile Trail and Panorama Trail, providing access to Glacier Point, will remain open to hikers.
- Alder Creek Trail is open north to the Deer Camp Trailhead.
- Chilnualna Falls Trail is open from the trailhead east to Chilnualna Fall and Crescent Lake.
- All trails within the active fire footprint are currently closed, including all south and eastbound trails accessed from Glacier Point Road.
- Buena Vista Trail remains closed at this time.
- All trails within the active fire footprint are currently closed, including all south and eastbound trails accessed from Glacier Point Road.
The current Dome Fire Safety Closure Map is available at: https://www.nps.gov/yose/learn/management/closures.htm.
Fire Restrictions
Due to high fire danger, and to reduce the number of human-caused wildfires, fire restrictions are currently in effect below 8,000 feet in Yosemite National Park. Additional information is available at: https://www.nps.gov/yose/planyourvisit/firerestrictions.htm
Last updated: October 7, 2026