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2620 Road Fire

Incident Commander: Kent Stanford/Blair Joiner

Fire Information Phone Number: 360-323-1903

Email: 2024.2620Road@firenet.gov

Facebook: www.facebook.com/2620RoadFire2024

InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/waolc-2620-road-fire

Update as of:                        August 23, 2024

Estimated size:                   403 acres 

Containment:                        15%

Start Date/Time:             8/14/2024 at 5:00 PM

Area of Origin:                West of Brinnon, North of Duckabush Rd. on Mt. Jupiter

Cause:                              Undetermined

Structures Damaged:    None

Update: Containment around the fire increased to 15% yesterday!  Mop up using extensive hose lays will continue around the fire, aided by helicopter bucket drops in areas of steep, inaccessible terrain. Crews are mopping up 100 to 300 feet inside the containment line in an effort to reduce the potential of fire crossing the lines. Overnight rain has created poor road conditions and slippery footing for crews, but a strong effort is being made to continue work. Fire Management is closely watching incoming weather and adjusting tactics to ensure crew safety during ongoing field operations. 

There will be considerable movement of equipment and personnel today in order to continue fire line construction and mop up efforts. Thank you to the public for continuing to stay out of the fire area while crews are working. The last few weeks have been challenging for everyone. Fire Management appreciates the support, patience, and understanding in the community during this time.  Great work has been accomplished, and more great work is underway.

Weather: There is a higher chance of showers with significant accumulation across the fire area over the next several days.   Accumulation is expected between 0.1” and 0.75” of rain.   

Air Restrictions: The Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) remains in place over the fire which is in effect 24/7. Penalties for flying in a restricted air space can carry significant fines in excess of $30,000.  Please remember that if you fly, we can’t.

Evacuation Levels: The Duckabush Road Evacuation Level is now a Level 1 from the 1000 block and above.

Road Closures: Duckabush Road and Mt. Jupiter Road (2620 Road) remain closed except for residents on these roads.

Forest Closures:  Olympic National Forest has updated closures are located at www.fs.usda.gov and Olympic National Forest – Alert and Closures web page