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The Hurricane Fire was ignited on the afternoon of August 28, when a series of lightning strikes occurred on the Olympic Peninsula. The Fire showed little to no change from yesterday. It remains at 4 acres and 95% contained. Six fire personnel are working the fire. Hurricane Ridge Road will remain open to the public.
Firefighters face challenges such as steep and rugged terrain as well as falling rocks and rolling debris. Public and firefighter safety is the highest priority on the Hurricane Fire and Eagle Point Fire.
The Obstruction Point Road will be closed to all traffic.
There are currently six confirmed fires burning in Olympic National Park after the August 28 lightning strikes.
Hurricane
Initial Report - 8/28/23
Estimated Size - 4 acres
Location - 2,000 ft below Hurricane Ridge parking area
For more information on the other fires burning within Olympic National Park, please visit: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-news/waolp-eagle-point-fire-
Active Fire Information - Incident Information System: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/
Olympic National Park information: www.nps.gov/olym
Olympic National Forest information: www.fs.usda.gov/olympic
State and county area burn bans: www.waburnbans.net
| Current as of | Sat, 09/16/2023 - 14:29 |
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| Incident Type | Wildfire |
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | |
| Incident Commander | Olympic Interagency Fire Management - Olympic National Park and Olympic National Forest |
| Coordinates |
47° 57' 52.1'' Latitude
-123° 29' 49.8
'' Longitude
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| Total Personnel: | 30 |
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| Size | 4 Acres |
| Percent of Perimeter Contained | 95% |
| Fuels Involved | Heavy dead and downed fuels |
| Weather Concerns | The upper-level ridge over the area today will move east tonight. A weakening frontal system will pass over the site late Sunday bringing cooler temperatures and the chance for showers. Continued seasonal conditions expected through at least the middle of next week. Smoke from the Hurricane and Eagle Point Fires may be visible depending on weather conditions. |
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