Overview

• Infrared drone surveys show a smoldering cavity high in the trunk with no active flames in the canopy.
• Crews have shifted to observation with helicopters on standby as sprinklers and containment lines keep the fire confined to the single tree.
• Direct climbs are paused because of falling debris, and options under review include scaffolding or accessing the hotspot from adjacent trees.
• Officials say the tree has lost an estimated 50 to 70 feet from the top, which could affect its standing among the world’s tallest non-redwoods.
• Authorities report the tree remains structurally sound and not at immediate risk of collapse, and nearby public lands and the trail to the tree are closed.