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Fire size: 1,796 acres
Resources assigned: 496
Containment:  12%

CAMAS, Wash. – Containment lines on the Nakia Creek Fire are continuing to hold and firefighters made solid progress during Tuesday’s dayshift, both bolstering existing lines and creating and connecting new ones. Due to this progress, overall containment of the fire has been increased to 12%. The fire remains an estimated 1,796 acres and an infrared (IR) flight overnight should provide an updated size Wednesday morning, as long as conditions allow for it. 
 
A combination of dense fog and smoky conditions on the fire provided some relief to crews today, naturally moderating fire behavior and creating favorable conditions on the line. Temperatures hovered around 60 degrees and light winds kept fire intensity low. Newly arrived resources were able to integrate seamlessly with existing crews and provide added support on the ground. 
 
Tonight, firefighters continue to chip away at the goals set by Oregon Department of Forestry Incident Management Team 2; create fire lines to contain the fire to the smallest size possible and preserve the area’s natural resources while keeping firefighters and residents safe. Along with building containment lines, firefighters will be watching for potential flare-ups and mopping up existing hotspots. Weather conditions overnight are expected to mirror Monday night, with dense fog expected to create visibility challenges. However, it also allows for higher relative humidity; in combination with minimal wind, fire behavior will naturally decrease. Structural firefighters will also be stationed in residential neighborhoods overnight once again to protect and monitor homes in and around the fire. 
 
Safety on this incident remains a top priority, both on the line and around fire camp. Firefighters are being hosted at East County Fire and Rescue Station 91 near Grove Field, a private airport along NE 267th avenue outside of Camas; please be aware of firefighters crossing the roadway and heavy fire vehicle traffic at all hours of the day and night in this area. Traffic flaggers may also be present. 
 
Evacuations: Evacuation levels from the Clark County Sheriff’s Office have not changed at this time. Residents can search their address for current evacuation levels here: https://tinyurl.com/NakiaCreekEvacsEvacuations also include the Larch Mountain Corrections Center. Please check with the Washington Department of Corrections for further information. 

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