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Chiloquin, Ore. – Work done on the Copperfield Fire proved successful at holding containment through Red Flag warnings yesterday. During the night shift the IR flight detected a single hot spot which surfaced with the increase of wind. Night crews were able to focus efforts on the heat. Crews continued their success in expanding the perimeter depth of the fire in previously burned areas (black line) that are now cold and being mopped up. Containment increased to 57%.

Today’s weather calls for slightly cooler temperatures and lighter winds. The crews will take advantage of these conditions to continue their push deeper into the black areas around the fire perimeter. Focus will be on the west end, near Corbell Butte.

With the thunderstorms in the area yesterday some crews may be used for initial attack for any new fire starts from lightning. In addition, some crews will begin preparing for transition, demobing to be available for other new fires starts throughout the state.

Evacuation levels will continue to be evaluated with the increase of the fire containment. Evacuation levels are determined by the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in conjunction with fire officials and agency administrators. Current evacuation areas and levels can be found at https://www.klamathcounty.org/300/Emergency-Management.