Yosemite Valley to remain closed; Ferguson Fire burns 89,633 acres

Due to increased Ferguson Fire activity in the areas adjacent to and on Yosemite National Park, park administrators and fire managers have made the decision to extend the current park closures indefinitely.

"The fire activity inside Yosemite National Park is dynamic," said park officials in a press release. "Over the past 48 hours, fire has impacted all of the roads used to access Yosemite Valley, burning dead and downed trees that can become very explosive and fall without warning."

Since starting 24 days ago, the Ferguson Fire has burned 89,633 acres and the fire is 38 percent contained.

2,689 personnel are currently engaged on the fire.

Fire managers are continuously assessing conditions in the area and will work directly with and will immediately advise park managers as conditions change and it becomes safe to reopen.