Talbot Fire evacuation warning lifted as containment continues to grow

By Richard Ramos

An evacuation warning for a wildfire burning in the Tahoe National Forest was lifted Saturday as containment increased to 55%. 

The Talbot Fire was mapped at 133 acres Saturday after a flight, according to Cal Fire. It was burning in heavy timber in the Tahoe National Forest, about 4 miles northeast of French Meadows Reservoir.

Fire crews surrounded the fire’s perimeter with a hose and handline. Dozers are also creating control lines in order to prevent further spread. Significant air and ground resources remain assigned to the fire as crews work toward full containment.

All campgrounds and recreation areas in the French Meadows area were evacuated because of the fire and the heavy presence of firefighting resources. They will remain closed despite the evacuation warning being lifted. 

The Talbot Fire was burning on federal land and is being managed by the U.S. Forest Service, with Cal Fire air and ground resources assisting. Its cause remains under investigation.