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The La Bonte Fire is now at 100% containment. Tomorrow, September 27, command of the fire will be transferred to a local Type 5 Incident Commander.
Crews will continue to monitor the fire, ensuring that pockets of heat are not a threat to the containment line and taking action if needed. Smoke may still be visible from the fire's interior.
| Current as of | Fri, 11/01/2024 - 11:26 |
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| Incident Time Zone | America/Denver |
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
| Cause | Undetermined |
| Date of Origin | |
| Location | 20 miles south of Douglas and 6 miles west of Esterbrook |
| Coordinates |
42° 25' 46'' Latitude
-105° 31' 40
'' Longitude
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| Total Personnel: | 9 |
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| Size | 3,484 Acres |
| Percent of Perimeter Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | 10/04/2024 |
| Planned Actions |
We will continue to focus on direct line improvement on the western flank in addition to continuing to patrol dozer lines and containment perimeter. |
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| Projected Incident Activity |
Secure the fire edge and mop up. |
| Remarks |
Stopping fire expansion to the west is critical, as there are very few options to catch west and northwestern growth of the fire through timber fuel types in rugged country if the fire moves out the current footprint. |