The fire burned 8,364 acres (3,385 ha) before it was declared completely contained on September 20.

[1][2] Along with the Rodgers Fire, which was also caused by lightning and burned concurrently in the northern portion of the park, the Red Fire is being managed by Yosemite National Park for ecological resource benefits; both fires are partially corralled by natural barriers such as granite outcrops.

[4][5] The Red Fire caused no fatalities or injuries, nor were any structures damaged or destroyed.

[2] Some hiking trails in the region were temporarily closed for safety.

Smoke from the fire at times caused unhealthy air quality levels within Yosemite Valley, the Central Valley, and other nearby areas.