Next update will be when there is a significant change.
Twain, CA, July 16, 2026 — This evening the Twain Fire is up to 85 percent containment thanks to the great work by firefighters on steep, challenging terrain.
The fire is holding at 276 acres. Firefighters are continuing to work on securing fireline and mop up.
Traffic controls in the area on Highway 70 will be in place 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. through Saturday due to safety concerns, including rolling debris as firefighters work to control the fire above the highway and heavy firefighter traffic.
Plumas National Forest Fire and incident leadership appreciate Cal Trans District 2 leadership and employees for continuing to provide this service for firefighter and public safety.
Area residents and visitors should watch for increased firefighting traffic area, especially in the morning and evening. It’s advised to reduce speed and be prepared to slow down for firefighting equipment entering and exiting the highway in the area around Twain.
A Forest Road Closure Order was put in place today for Forest Road 26N18, also known as Kingsbury Grade, from California State Highway 70 north to the intersection with Forest Road 8M30. The Closure includes Forest Road 25N21 from the intersection with 26N18 east-southeast for approximately a mile and a half.
The Closure Order is in place through July 31 for public and firefighter safety as suppression activities continue. This is to help ensure that firefighting equipment can operate safely and there isn’t additional traffic on narrow forest roads.
While fuels are continuing to burn within the firelines, there is less smoke being produced and smoke impacts are light on the highway and in nearby communities.
The Pacific Crest Trail is open and there are no significant impacts from the fire. Hikers may experience some light, short duration smoke.
The cause of the fire is under investigation. The Twain Fire is located on the Plumas National Forest north of California State Highway 70 in the Feather River Canyon.
Weather in the area this weekend is forecasted to be sunny and hot with light winds in the afternoon and evening, typical for the Feather River Canyon in summer. Fuels are dry and with the current conditions, fire can spready quickly.
The Forest is currently under Stage I Fire Restrictions. In Stage I Fire Restrictions, campfires are only allowed in specific designated recreation sites in established campfire rings. Sites are listed in Exhibit A of the closure order.
Anyone with a campfire at an allowed location needs to have at least a shovel and one gallon of water or a fire extinguisher. Campfires are only allowed in established campfire rings with the area at least 3 feet in diameter completely clear of all flammable material. The campfire must be contained within the campfire ring, not hanging over the edge.
Campfires should never be left unattended and need to be completely out and cold to the touch before leaving.
Smoking is only allowed within an enclosed vehicle or building, in one of the designated recreation sites listed in Exhibit A, or an area at least 3 feet in diameter that is completely clear of all flammable material.
Additionally, internal combustion engines, such as vehicles and generators, may only be used on designated roads and trails. Boat engines are exempt.
Chainsaw use for firewood cutting is still permitted, but woodcutters need to ensure that they are checking the Woodcutting Status each day prior to cutting by calling 1-800-847-7766.
Welding or operating an acetylene or other torch with an open flame is prohibited.
Area residents and visitors are asked to be careful with anything that can spark a wildfire and to help prevent additional fires. The public can also report suspected wildfires by calling 911.
For more information on the Plumas National Forest, visit www.fs.usda.gov/plumas or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/USFSPlumas.
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