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Fire remains in footprint despite multiple flare-ups.

BONANZA, Ore. – Firefighters were ready for critical fire weather conditions today with the expected Red Flag Warning over the fire area. Gusty winds, low relative humidity, and high temperatures tested the work that firefighters completed. There were some internal “flare-ups” well within the fire that crews managed quickly. Crews responded to and extinguished several flare-ups in brush and grass.

For the remainder of the fire, crews will focus on gridding and seek and destroy missions to extinguish any existing heat. Confidence in containment continues to grow as more depth is gained in mop up operations. Tonight, crews will use infrared cameras throughout the fire area identifying hot spots. Heat is not always seen with the naked eye, so having handheld heat detection tools helps locate problem areas.

The hot, dry weather is expected to ease tomorrow. The forecast calls for temperatures in the low 80s and minimal wind. Lightning is expected late next week with a small chance of showers. Higher nighttime relative humidity will complement the crews’ work. Evacuations downgraded as of Thursday, July 27 at 11:00 a.m.:

Level 2 (BE READY)- all areas inside the fire perimeter.
For the most current evacuation information, call the Klamath County hotline at 541-205-9730, and sign up for Klamath County alerts at http://alerts.klamathcounty.org. The American Red Cross is handing out cleaning kits to those affected by the fire. They are located at Living Springs Church, 31601 Mission Street, Bonanza, Oregon 97623.

Recovery Contact Information for services and resources for those impacted by the community with unmet needs, residential cleanup guidance, disaster social services and donations are available here: https://tinyurl.com/bddatnxv.