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Umpqua Fires October 2, 2023
2023 Chilcoot Fire UNF, Grizzly Fire
Publication Type: News 10/06/2023
Crews are now re-engaged after the heavy rains, and the drying trend throughout the week will help suppression repair efforts. A UAS (unmanned aerial system) module is being utilized to perform reconnaissance to better assist firefighters locate hotspots along the fire perimeter.
Dinner: Crews continue to backhaul slash off of the fireline. Suppression repair is estimated to be complete in 2 operational shifts. Containment– 95%
Grizzly: Backhaul is complete and crews continue to patrol the fire. Containment – 0%
Brice Creek: Suppression repair is complete to forest standards and the fire remains in patrol status. Containment – 95%
Chilcoot: Dozer lines are being repaired and roads will be graded. Containment – 82%
Ridge: Suppression repair continues and is expected to be complete in 3 operational shifts. Containment – 95%
A temporary flight restriction has been put in place over the fire area to provide a safe environment for air resources and firefighters who are engaged in mop up and suppression actions on the ground. FAA Temporary Flight Restrictions -- Graphics
There is a forest closure for portions of the Umpqua National Forest in response to fire activity in the area to protect public and wildland firefighter safety.
Fire Information: (541) 900-5862, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Email: 2023.chilcoot@firenet.gov
Facebook:
https://www.facebook.com/chilcootridgefires2023
https://www.facebook.com/bricecreekdinnergrizzlyfires2023/
Inciweb:
Grizzly Fire Inciweb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-grizzly-fire
Chilcoot Fire Inciweb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-2023-chilcoot-fire-unfP