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Air Quality Advisory issued for several counties due to Pickett Fire
An Air Quality Advisory has been issued for Sonoma, Napa and Solano counties on Thursday and Friday due to smoke from the Pickett Fire burning in Calistoga.
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Pickett Fire live updates: Calistoga brush fire explodes to 2,131 acres; evacuations ordered
Last updated: Friday, August 22, 2025 6:43AM GMT
CALISTOGA, Calif. (KGO) -- Evacuations have been ordered for residents in Calistoga for a growing brush fire burning near Pickett Road.
The fire is burning from the northeastern side of the city to the Silverado Trail, and several wineries are in the evacuation zone.
Ground crews are being aided by an air tanker and a helicopter dropping water on the flames.
ABC7 News meteorologist Drew Tuma says the fire is burning in the same area as the Glass Fire in 2020
As of 11:15 p.m, Thursday, the fire is 0% contained and has burned at least 2,131 acres.
The city of Calistoga said there is no immediate threat or evacuation orders within city limits.
The cause is under investigation.
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CAL FIRE battling Pickett Fire from ground, air
CAL FIRE crews from the ground and the air are trying to get a handle on the Pickett Fire that broke out Thursday in Calistoga.
Officials say so far there are 28 engines, four bulldozers, six hand crews, three water tenders, four air tankers, three helicopters and more than 215 personnel working the fire.
Additionally, Napa County says it has called for additional resources to support the response.
Aug 21, 2025, 11:41 PM GMT
Smoke from Calistoga fire seen in Santa Rosa
Santa Rosa police are letting residents know that the smoke in the area is from the Pickett Fire burning in Calistoga in Napa County.
