Update: Mile Post 16 Fire burns 50 acres in Humboldt County since July 8

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Updated: 8:54 a.m. July 9

First discovered: 20 hours ago, 12:17 p.m. July 8

Initial location: -96 near Mile Post 16, Hoopa, Humboldt County, Calif.

Fire unit: Hoopa Fire Department

Fire type: Wildfire

Fire name: Mile Post 16 Fire

Mile Post 16 Fire initially started 12:17 p.m. July 8 near -96 near Mile Post 16, Hoopa in Humboldt County, California.

Since its discovery 20 hours ago, it has burned 50 acres. At present, there are no details on the containment or cause of the fire.

Source: Cal Fire

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This story was originally published July 9, 2026 at 9:02 AM.