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Deep Fire Update August 24, 2023
Deep Fire
Publication Type: News 08/25/2023
CURRENT SITUATION
The Deep Fire is currently 3,823 acres and is 51% contained.
Firefighters made good progress yesterday, and, aided by the weather, the Deep Fire did not grow in acreage, although there is still heat holding inside the fire perimeter. Aerial reconnaissance showed mostly smoldering with some small areas of is open flame and isolated burning snags. However, it also showed that the fire has run into rocks and lighter fuels, especially on the north and east edges. No heat is showing in those areas on infrared flights or through direct observation.
The west side of the fire continues to hold well. Crews are continuing to experience rollout of burning material from the steep slope down to the west side of the Stuart Fork Trail, and they are continuing to patrol for that and mop up any areas of heat they find remaining.
On the southern end of the fire, crews are looking for opportunities to contain the fire at its active edge. They are simultaneously building new lines parallel to the edge and opening and improving contingency lines to ensure they can stop the fire should it advance toward the south. Protecting structures and other private property in the area, including the Van Matre and other inholdings, the Trinity Alps Resort, and private timberlands remains the highest priority.
WEATHER
A Red Flag Warning for abundant lightning on dry vegetation has been issued for areas to our west, but NOT over the fire area. However, fire staff is remaining vigilant and preparing for strong outflow winds which could cause rapid fire growth, especially in areas with continuous heavy vegetation. Areas of particular concern are the northwest corner of the fire near Oak Flat, and the southern area, near Cherry Flat.
ROAD CLOSURES
There are currently no road closures associated with the Deep Fire. For information on roads in the area, visit https://dot.ca.gov/
FOREST CLOSURES
There is a forest closure associated with the Deep Fire. For current information on forest closures, visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/stnf
EVACUATION UPDATES
For the latest evacuation information from the Trinity County Sheriff’s Department: https://www.facebook.com/people/Trinity-County-Sheriffs-Office/100064589806351/
For information on evacuation resources from the Trinity County Office of Emergency Services: https://www.trinitycounty.org/OES
To sign up for codeRED notifications: text “TrinityCA” to 99411.