Napa Wildfire Rages On, Impacting Air Quality Across Region

As of August 26th, 2025, the Pickett Fire continues to burn in the Napa Valley, impacting the region during its peak tourism season. The fire has grown to over 6,800 acres, with containment efforts at just 15% as crews work to battle the blaze in the area's rugged terrain.

The smoke from the Pickett Fire has prompted air quality alerts in surrounding communities, with the Yolo-Solano Air Quality Management District reporting moderate impacts on Monday. Sensitive populations, such as those with respiratory conditions, pregnant women, and children, have been advised to take precautions, including staying indoors and limiting outdoor activities.

Despite the fire's growth, no structures have been reported as burned so far. However, the Napa County agriculture commissioner is still assessing any potential damage or impacts to the region's winegrowers. The incident commander has expressed concerns about the potential for hot, dry materials to reignite as crews work to clear vegetation along the fire lines.

Looking ahead, the weather forecast suggests that conditions may improve, with higher humidity and a marine layer expected to move in on Tuesday. However, the Pickett Fire's smoke is likely to remain noticeable until the fire is fully contained, as there is still a significant amount of dry vegetation burning.