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Whisky Creek Fire update 09-14-2024
Whisky Creek Fire
Publication Type: News - 09/14/2024 - 11:31
Whisky Creek Size: 3,084 acres | Start Date: July 20 | Cause: Human | Containment: 25%
Total Resources: 121 | Hand Crews: 3 | Engines: 3 | Dozers: 2 | Heavy Equipment: 2 | Helicopters: 1
The Whisky Creek Fire is in steep and rugged terrain within the Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness in the Mt. Hood National Forest. The fire remains within the control lines along the southern and eastern edge. The Eagle Creek Fire scar continues to be a barrier along the western and northern edges of the fire.
The last 24 hours produced minimal fire behavior as fire crews continued working to repair Forest Roads 2820 and 2810. Firefighters patrolled lines from the Southeast portion of the fire all the way to Green Point Mountain and north to the Eagle Creek burn scar. Crews completed full repair on hand lines around the spot fires above Black Lake. An infrared (IR) flight was performed last night to show the fire has increased in size by 37 acres over the last three days for a total of 3,084 acres.
Hood River County has announced they have re-opened some roads and bike trails in addition to opening Kingsley Campground. For more information on which roads and areas have been opened please visit the Hood River County website: https://www.hoodrivercounty.gov/forestry
Weather: The current high-pressure system will be moving out of the area tonight and is being followed by a low-pressure system which will remain well into tomorrow. This will bring another round of cooler temperatures as well as a chance of showers.
For smoke forecasts and safety, visit: oregonsmoke.org.
Closures: Area closures remain in the Mt. Hood National Forest, Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area, and Hood River County. Closures are put into place for the safety of the public and fire crews; intrusion into a closure area can disrupt fire suppression and repair activities, endanger lives and property, and can result in fines. Closure information is at: https://linktr.ee/whisky_creek.2024.
Safety: The public plays an important role in preventing the next wildfire; please use caution with all potential ignition sources. For prevention tips see: https://keeporegongreen.org. The Temporary Flight Restriction remains in effect for the Whisky Fire: https://tinyurl.com/2s49yrj4. Fire restrictions are in place on the Mt. Hood National Forest: https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/mthood/fire.
