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Red Rock Fire  

Operations:   

Thanks to a favorable weather day, crews have made further progress increasing completion by an additional 8 percent. Fire Managers continue to work closely with local resource advisors to finish repairs and focus the efforts of fire resources prior to the incoming weather. Crews have almost completed the removal of pumps, hoses, and portable water tanks along multiple areas of the fire. Additionally, several pieces of equipment will be finishing repairing dozer line and other areas impacted by fire suppression activities. 

Additional Information  

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Weather changes have significantly reduced fire activity, prompting a multifaceted suppression strategy for the Red Rock Fire that combines containment and confinement tactics. 

Fire Area Map

Sun, 10/27/2024 - 10:06

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Fire Area Map

• Containment involves establishing control lines expected to halt the fire's spread. 
• Confinement uses natural features—such as rock bands, ridges, burn scars, or changes in fuel types—to limit growth. 

Both strategies are expressed as percentages, reflecting overall progress. The Red Rock Fire will be reported as completion percentages, with a continued focus on protecting critical assets and ensuring the safety of firefighters and the public.

Weather: 

Today will be the beginning of a trend of dropping temperatures, and snow to the upper elevations of the fire. This snow line with be decreasing almost to the valley floor as the system moves through on Monday with snow amounts of up to 4” possible. 

Closures: 

The Red Rock Closure Order, Number: 04-13-24-027 remains in effect. Please adhere to closure orders, as this is crucial for the safety of both the public and firefighters. Even in areas with minimal fire activity, crews are continuing to operate heavy equipment and make repairs. Barricades and closures will be posted at road intersections and forest boundaries. In coordination with the Lemhi County Sheriff's Office and the Salmon-Challis National Forest, residents of Yellowjacket and Panther Creek may access their properties via the road, after checking in with the road guard. For more info:  https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/scnf/alerts-notices.