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Location: Shasta County, CA                        

Start Date:  Wednesday, October 9, 2024, at 6:57 p.m.       

Cause: Under Investigation                           

Size: 2,304                                                      

Percent Contained:  0%                                

Vegetation: Timber, Chapparal

Number of Personnel Assigned: 418

As of October 12, 2024, the Shoe Fire has burned 2,304 acres and remains at 0% containment. Last night, during the evening shift on October 11, fire behavior was moderated due to increased precipitation.

Complex California Interagency Incident Management Team 13 has taken command of the fire as of 7:00 a.m., October 12, 2024. 

Firefighters are combating the fire, which is currently advancing northeast along the Sulanharas drainage. Due to the steep and rugged terrain, aerial resources are the primary focus, with water-dropping operations set to continue throughout the day. Ground crews are diligently working to establish containment lines to support full suppression efforts. Structure protection measures are in place, with firefighters prepared to respond swiftly if the fire threatens any residences.

Fire is predominantly moving northward, fueled by timber in the challenging landscape. While extreme wind patterns are not anticipated in the area, any moisture recovery from the previous operational period may diminish due to rising temperatures and low relative humidity expected throughout the day.

There is currently a mandatory evacuation in the Lakehead area in zone LKH-1448-B. Residents are urged to evacuate immediately as there is imminent fire danger. Evacuation information and alerts can be found by visiting protect.genasys.com

The information staff of the Shoe Fire are working diligently to provide timely and accurate information to the public. Fire updates can routinely be found on the dedicated Shoe Fire 2024 Facebook page: www.facebook.com/2024ShoeFire/

WEATHER: The forecast for the area indicates a cooling trend over the next few days, along with a possibility of rain.

EVACUATIONS:  Zone LKH-1448-B 

ROAD CLOSURES:

• Fenders Ferry Road at Pit River 7 Bridge: West-Bound Fenders Ferry Road (Also known as 34N17 - Forest Service Road 27) at the Pit River Bridge/Pit 7
• Ferry Road is closed at McCloud Bridge: East-Bound Fenders Ferry Road at the McCloud River Bridge