Historia
ACRES BURNED
1500
STATE
Kansas
ORIGIN COUNTY
Grantcontainment
90%
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37.5729833362861, -101.318475011443
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2025-03-28
TIMELINE
3 days
March 28
Detected
March 31
LAST UPDATED
Incident Data
CAUSE
Natural
BEHAVIOR
ExtremeNearest CITY
UlyssesPRIMARY FUEL TYPE?
Short Grass (1 foot)Description
Historia LN, approx 1 mile east of Ulysses, Grant County, KS
Response
Lead Protecting AGENCY
C&L
TOTAL PERSONNEL
2
DISPATCH CENTER
Pueblo Interagency Dispatch CenterPROPERTY OWNERSHIP
Private
(Private)
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1. Start Time & Info
**Start Date/Time/Location** The Historia Fire in Kansas began on March 27, 2025, in Grant County. The exact time and location of the fire's start are not specified in the available sources. The fire is located approximately 1 mile east of Ulysses, Kansas[1]. **Size and Containment** As of the latest reports, the Historia Fire has burned approximately 1,500 acres and is currently 80% contained[1]. **Growth and Rate of Spread** The fire has been fueled by critical fire weather conditions, including high winds and low humidity, which are common in Kansas during the spring season, especially under La Niña conditions. Strong winds across Kansas have contributed to the rapid spread of the fire[1]. **Containment Efforts** Firefighters and emergency responders are actively working to contain the fire. The efforts involve local fire departments, possibly with support from state and federal agencies, although specific details on the unified command structure are not provided[1].
2. Evacuations & Closures
**Evacuations and Sheltering** - There are no reported mandatory evacuation orders or evacuation warnings specifically for the Historia Fire. However, residents in the area are advised to be prepared and monitor local fire danger and weather conditions[1]. **Road and Infrastructure Closures** - No specific road closures related to the Historia Fire have been reported. However, residents are advised to avoid non-essential travel in areas affected by wildfires to allow firefighters room to work[1]. **For more information, visit:** - [Kansas Department of Emergency Management]: For updates on wildfires and emergency situations in Kansas. - [Grant County Emergency Management]: For local updates and instructions. - [National Weather Service - Wichita, KS]: For weather and fire weather warnings.
3. Current Impact
**Impacts:** **Injuries and Fatalities** There are no reported fatalities or injuries directly attributed to the Historia Fire[1]. **Structures Impacted** No specific information is available on structures damaged or destroyed by the Historia Fire[1]. **School and Business Closures** There are no reports of school or business closures directly related to the Historia Fire[1]. **Notable Impacts** The fire has contributed to the overall heightened fire danger across Kansas, which has seen multiple wildfires and significant fire weather conditions[1]. **Safety Concerns:** **Power Outages** While there are reports of power outages across Kansas due to strong winds and fire activity, there is no specific mention of outages related to the Historia Fire[1]. **Water Safety** No water safety concerns have been reported[1]. **Burn Bans** A burn ban is likely in effect due to the critical fire weather conditions, but this is not specifically mentioned for the Historia Fire[1]. **Air Quality** The fire and associated dust storms have affected air quality, with residents advised to stay indoors and avoid outdoor activities when possible[1].
4. Current Outlook
**Containment Projections** With the fire currently 80% contained, firefighters are working to fully contain the fire. However, the ongoing windy and dry conditions pose a challenge to these efforts[1]. **Weather and Wind Warnings** A fire weather warning and high wind warning are in effect for parts of Kansas, including the area around the Historia Fire. Strong winds and low humidity are expected to continue, potentially exacerbating fire conditions[1].
5. Weather info
**Cause** The cause of the Historia Fire is not specified in the available sources[1]. **Weather and Climate** The fire is being fueled by extreme fire weather conditions, including high winds and low humidity, which are characteristic of La Niña springs in Kansas. The region's weather pattern, with warmer and drier conditions from the southwest, is conducive to large and significant wildfires[1].
Citations
['https://fires.cornea.is/fire/historia/', 'https://www.northernag.net/a-look-at-the-aftermath-of-the-largest-fire-in-kansas-history/', 'https://www.usfa.fema.gov/statistics/states/kansas.html', 'https://kchistory.org/week-kansas-city-history/worst-fire-kansas-city-history', 'https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wildfires_in_the_United_States_during_2025']