Double Barrel

Firefighters secure containment box with firing operations in Davy Crockett National Forest

The Double Barrel Fire is burning in Compartment 80 of the Davy Crockett National Forest near Elmer Smith Road and Forest Service Road 502, north of Farm to Market Road 358 near Pennington. Firefighters established a broad containment box using existing roads and bulldozer lines, executing planned firing operations to consume interior vegetation. The fire is not currently threatening homes or communities, though officials advise drivers in the area to exercise caution.

Evacuations and Closures

• No evacuation orders, warnings, or road closures are in effect as of September 12, though motorists are urged to use caution near active emergency operations.

Conditions and Outlook

Hot and dry conditions will persist across Trinity County over the coming days, with southerly to south-southeasterly winds bringing occasional afternoon gusts and minimal chance of rain. Moderate fire behavior including smoldering and creeping is expected to continue as crews patrol containment lines and allow interior fuels to consume safely.

Cause and Context

The wildfire was determined to have started from natural causes on September 11.

Official updates current through September 12, 2026.