Press release from Six Rivers National Forest:

This morning firefighters on the Six Rivers National Forest are continuing response on the Dillon Fire located near T Bar north of Somes Bar in Siskiyou County.

The fire was reported yesterday at approximately 6:30 p.m. and as of the last acreage report round 10pm Monday night has grown rapidly to an estimated 923 acres. A new acreage estimate has been requested, and the cause is under investigation.

The Dillon Fire is burning in steep, rugged terrain with heavy fuels. Firefighters are working on full suppression with a focus on public and firefighter safety as the highest priority.

A type 1 incident management team was ordered this morning.

California State Highway 96 is closed. The public should watch for increased firefighter traffic in the area as resources respond.

Evacuation orders in the area are in place and being managed by Siskiyou County of Emergency Services. Please visit the county OES facebook page for up to date information at facebook.com/SiskiyouCountyOES

With Labor Day weekend approaching, area residents and visitors are reminded to be careful with anything that can spark a wildfire. Visitors should also be aware of any road or recreation site closures due to wildfire suppression.

For more information about this incident and the Six Rivers National Forest, visit our webpage or Facebook page.