Biscar Fire map & updates
The Biscar Fire burned in Lassen County, CA (40 Miles NE from SUSANVILLE, CA). Final reported size 69,355 acres, 100% contained.
Biscar Fire map
Shaded area: the latest mapped fire perimeter (2026-07-26). Dot: point of origin. Sources: NIFC WFIGS incident record and interagency perimeters. Official evacuation orders come from the county — this map doesn't show them.
Where is the Biscar Fire?
| Nearest cities | Distance from origin |
|---|---|
| Reno, NV | 80 mi |
| Sparks, NV | 80 mi |
| Truckee, CA | 89 mi |
| Paradise, CA | 91 mi |
| Chico, CA | 102 mi |
| Carson City, NV | 104 mi |
Straight-line distance from the point where the fire started, protecting agency: BLM.
Timeline
- Discovered — July 18, 2026
- Contained — August 9, 2026
- Controlled — August 9, 2026
- Latest mapped perimeter — July 26, 2026
- Record last updated — August 9, 2026
Other large fires within 25 miles
| Fire | Acres | Year | From this fire |
|---|---|---|---|
| R-1 Ranch Fire | 3,380 | 2019 | 14 mi |
| W-1 McDonald Fire | 1,020 | 2019 | 24 mi |
| Mud Fire | 6,042 | 2017 | 16 mi |
| R-4 Fire | 18,618 | 2017 | 20 mi |
| Dodge Fire | 10,570 | 2015 | 24 mi |
Wildfires of 1,000+ acres since 2014 whose origin was within 25 miles (NIFC WFIGS).
Other California fires in 2026
Questions
Where is the Biscar Fire?
In Lassen County, CA, 40 Miles NE from SUSANVILLE, CA. The nearest city in our list is Reno, NV, about 80 miles from where the fire started.
How big is the Biscar Fire?
69,355 acres (about 108 square miles) by the latest reported size.
Is the Biscar Fire contained?
It was reported 100% contained.
What caused the Biscar Fire?
The cause is recorded as undetermined. Causes often stay undetermined until the investigation closes.
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