The Pickett Fire near Calistoga nearly doubled in size Thursday night, reaching 2,131 acres with no containment, according to Cal Fire.

Fire officials mapped the blaze’s new footprint at 11:15 p.m., showing rapid spread from the 1,200 acres reported around 5:20 p.m.

The brush fire, first reported shortly before 3 p.m. in the 2300 block of Pickett Road, is continuing to push, particularly in the southeast direction. Cal Fire said hundreds of personnel have been assigned to the blaze, working overnight with dozens of engines, crews, bulldozers, water tenders, and at least three helicopters.

Evacuation orders remain in effect for zones E114 and E120, with warnings in surrounding areas. Overnight shelter for evacuees is available at Crosswalk Community Church at 2590 First St. in Napa, the

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