Crews are making good progress on the Rim fire, particularly on its northwest side, though winds sparked new spot fires and the blaze is continuing to expand to the northeast, said U.S. Forest Service spokesman Trevor Augustino.
Winds have declined from earlier in the week, and a short rain shower Saturday night and higher humidity levels have helped mitigate some of the fire danger, he said.
"Any rain we get would be a tremendous asset," he said, adding that the drought conditions and rugged, remote terrain have been challenging for firefighters.
Wind shifts Friday pushed smoke into the Yosemite Valley, which appeared hazy with decreased visibility Sunday afternoon in webcam images from around the park. Another shift in the wind is expected Monday or Tuesday, which should help clear the smoke out of the area, said park ranger Kari Cobb.
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