Fire Threatens Historic Peralta Hacienda | Oakland News

Oakland News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 30, 2026 · 1m

A fire struck Peralta Hacienda Historical Park early Sunday, narrowly missing damage to the historic home thanks to firefighters’ swift response. While the interior remains intact, smoke lingers and power is out. Investigators suspect electrical issues, echoing a troubling trend: just months prior, the Camron Stanford House also burned, derailing its reopening. Across the city, historic properties—many neglected for decades—are vulnerable, with recent fires also hitting the Miller Avenue Library and Lake Merritt sites. The park’s executive director praised neighbors and crews, but warned of…