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Currently the Siouxon Fire is burning in steep, remote terrain, surrounded to the west, north and east by the 2020 Big Hollow burn scar, in the southwest corner of the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. Fire staff were not able to fly today so there is no official updated acreage, but it is estimated to be at about 200 acres. The fire is burning in heavy timber and light slash.

It is anticipated that the burn scars, especially where there was high severity burn, will slow the fire’s spread. Fire personnel are actively monitoring the situation and taking steps to manage the fire and provide for public safety.

Fire behavior: Fire behavior is moderate with creeping, smoldering, and backing. Cloud cover remained over the are most of the day and the fire received a good amount of rain. Some moisture is reaching hot spots resulting in steam. This will create an increase in smoke coming from the fire. Recent rain may have tamped down the open flames, but fire activity will increase again as the moisture dissipates.

Weather: After a recent period of light rain, the weather is is forecast to turn warmer and drier this weekend. It is expected to produce an increase in fire activity.

Closures: To help protect the public an area closure had been put in place. Key closures include: Forest Roads 57 and 58, upper 64, Trail #130 (Siouxon Trail), and Trail #129 (Huffman Peak Trail).  View Siouxon Fire Closure Order. View a Closure Map.

Fire restrictions are in place: Campfires are currently PROHIBITED within the Forest except at some designated developed campgrounds. Exceptions include: Portable stoves, lanterns/heating devices using liquefied/bottled fuel, such as propane, are OK as they can be instantly switched off.

Human caused fires are preventable. Remember, when permissible, make sure that your campfire is never left unattended, and when you leave ensure that your fire is dead out and cold to the touch.

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Contact: Mt. Adams Ranger District, (509) 395-3400 Mon-Sat.

Forest-wide Fire Information & Updates: http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/gp/fire.