A vegetation fire broke out Wednesday morning near Steele Canyon Road in Napa County, rapidly growing to approximately 70 acres and prompting an evacuation warning for part of the surrounding area. The Steele Fire was reported near the 9400 block of Steele Canyon Road at approximately 10 a.m. on September 9, 2026. Firefighters are battling the blaze as authorities work to protect nearby residents and structures. Steele Fire Grows to 70 Acres According to CAL FIRE, the fire had burned approximately 70 acres by 11:16 a.m. and was spreading at a moderate rate. One structure was reported threatened as firefighters worked to contain the vegetation fire. The public has been urged to use caution when traveling in the area because of the ongoing fire response. Evacuation Warning Issued in Napa County Napa County officials issued an evacuation warning at approximately 11:45 a.m. for an area east of Steele Canyon Road, west of Wragg Canyon Road and north of Highway 128. Residents within the warning area were advised to remain alert and be prepared to evacuate if conditions worsen. An evacuation warning does not necessarily mean residents must leave immediately, but it signals that people should be prepared to move quickly if an evacuation order is issued. Firefighters Continue Response Fire crews remain engaged in the response as the Steele Fire continues to burn in Napa County. The combination of vegetation, heat and fire conditions is creating challenging circumstances for firefighters. The National Weather Service has also issued a heat advisory for the Napa area, with temperatures expected to reach the mid-90s on Wednesday. Authorities have not reported any injuries in the latest update. Cause of Steele Fire Under Investigation The cause of the fire had not been established in the latest information available. Fire officials will continue assessing the origin and circumstances of the blaze as suppression operations continue. Residents and motorists in the Steele Canyon Road area should monitor official emergency information and avoid interfering with firefighting operations. Details Detail Information Fire name Steele Fire Location Near 9400 block of Steele Canyon Road, Napa County, California Date September 9, 2026 Reported start Around 10 a.m. Size Approximately 70 acres Fire type Vegetation fire Rate of spread Moderate Structures threatened One Evacuation warning Issued for part of the area Injuries None reported Cause Not yet confirmed Firefighting response Active Disclaimer This article is based on information available during the ongoing Steele Fire response. Fire size, evacuation boundaries, threatened structures and other conditions can change rapidly. Residents in affected areas should follow instructions from Napa County and fire authorities and be prepared to evacuate if an official evacuation order is issued. Post navigation Rohit Rohit Death: Man Who Killed Woman After Stalking Her Dies in Highway 50 Standoff Bethpage Accident Today: Two Seriously Injured After Car Crashes Into Fire Station