Hobson Fire 2024

Started: Aug 19 1,080 acre 100% contained Wildfire
Eureka, Nevada, United States
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Hobson Fire has burned 1,080 acres, burning 41 miles northeast of Eureka.

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The 1,080-acre Hobson Fire is 100-percent contained tonight. Fire behavior is minimal, and firefighters are securing and mopping up fire line.

The lightning-ignited fire burned pinyon-pine and juniper, brush and grass, and light logging slash on public lands about 45 miles northwest of Ely, Nev. It was first reported at approximately 2:40 p.m., Sunday, Aug. 18. 

50 Days Active
41 mi NE From Eureka from the fire location
1,080 Acres Slightly smaller than Lincoln Park
100%
Contained +0% since previous report

Hobson Fire Live Perimeter Growth

Hobson Fire Fire Growth History
Hobson Fire Containment History

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Places Near Hobson Fire

Eureka, Nevada, United States McGill, Nevada, United States Spring Creek, Nevada, United States Ely, Nevada, United States Elko, Nevada, United States Osino, Nevada, United States Carlin, Nevada, United States Wells, Nevada, United States West Wendover, Nevada, United States Wendover, Utah, United States Battle Mountain, Nevada, United States Owyhee, Nevada, United States Jackpot, Nevada, United States Pioche, Nevada, United States Panaca, Nevada, United States Caliente, Nevada, United States Winnemucca, Nevada, United States Alamo, Nevada, United States Tonopah, Nevada, United States Dugway, Utah, United States