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Sturgill Fire Update 09182022

Related Incident: Sturgill Fire

Publication Type: News Sun, 09/18/2022 - 12:00

Double Creek, Sturgill, Nebo, Goat Mountain Two Fires

Highlights: Fire activity will remain minimal through the weekend allowing firefighters to take advantage of the cooler and wetter weather. A suppression repair branch was activated today. The goal of suppression repair is to return damaged areas to a stable condition that reflects pre-fire conditions. Post-fire repair efforts include debris removal, fence and gate repair, dozer line rehab, and other damage repair related to wildland fire suppression operations.

Double Creek Fire: 157,185 acres | 27% contained |740 personnel assigned

The lightning-caused Double Creek Fire is a full suppression fire, with the protection of lives and property the primary objectives. Crews scouted the northern perimeter of the fire to identify areas for suppression actions. Firefighters are planning to take advantage of the cooler and wetter weather to limit the fire’s spread. Crews are continuing to monitor and mop up the west side of the fire.

Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires

The Nebo, Sturgill, and Goat Mountain 2 Fires were lightning-caused and are being managed to protect public and private infrastructure while playing a natural role within designated Wilderness. Managing wildfire is a strategic choice to use naturally ignited fires to accomplish ecological and fuel reduction objectives. For example, certain trees require fire to germinate their seeds. Fire contributes to nutrient cycling, stimulating growth of grasses, herbs, and shrubs and creating new habitat for wildlife. Managed wildfire also reduces built-up fuels that could lead to an even bigger wildfire in the future if left unchecked.

Nebo Fire: 12,588 acres | 92 personnel assigned

Crews will continue mastication and chipping on the 3925 road today, cleaning up the remaining trees and brush left over from prepping that road as a fire break. That work should be completed by end of shift.

Sturgill Fire: 20,075 acres | 52 personnel assigned

The north end of the Sturgill Fire continues to show heat and moderate fire behavior. Work will continue on the shaded fuel break from Lostine to Bear Creek Road. The fuel break is approximately 90 percent completed with the remainder expected to be completed in the coming days. Monitoring and point protection continue around Red’s Horse Ranch.

Goat Mountain 2 Fire: 536 acres | 0 personnel assigned

Fire activity on the Goat Mountain 2 Fire is minimal. Aircraft will continue to monitor the fire as smoke and weather permit.

Weather: Cooler temperatures and higher humidity should persist for the next several days. Showers and thunderstorms are possible throughout the day. Wetting rain is most likely over the Sturgill Fire with a decreased likelihood as the system moves to the Northeast. Precipitation is possible through Thursday then we move into a period of warmer and drier weather beginning on Friday.

Evacuations: There are no evacuation orders in place in Wallowa County.

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Temporary Area Closures: The Wallowa-Whitman National Forest issued Temporary Area Closures for the Double Creek Fire, Nebo Fire, and Sturgill and Goat Mountain 2 Fires. Closure Orders and Maps are available on the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Fire Incident Updates page.

Road Closures: Lostine River Road at the Forest Service boundary is closed. Highway 350 going to the town of Imnaha is open. Lower Imnaha Road and Dug Bar Road are closed, Upper Imnaha Road is closed, Hat Point Road is closed, and FS 39 Road is closed from Target Springs Junction to Ollokot Campground [including the Canal Rd (3920) and Lick Creek Road (3925)].

Airspace: A Temporary Flight Restriction is in place for the Double Creek Fire to provide a safe environment for firefighting aircraft operations over the fire. Be aware that flight restrictions also apply to drones. Drones flying in areas of wildfire activity will cause firefighting aircraft to be grounded. Suspending air operations could decrease the effectiveness of wildfire suppression operations, allowing wildfires to grow larger and unduly threaten lives, property, and natural and cultural resources.

Restrictions: Fire Restrictions are in place for all National Forest System Lands within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. All fires are prohibited except when fueled by liquid petroleum, charcoal contained in a firepan, or contained in a woodstove with a chimney and spark arresting screen. All fires need to be attended at all times, fully extinguished when not attended, and located in an area free of vegetation within three feet of the fire.

Fire Information
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Phone: 541-216-4579
Email: 2022.doublecreek@firenet.gov

Double Creek Fire
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Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires
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Road Closure Update for Double Creek Nebo Sturgill Fires 09172022

Related Incident: Sturgill Fire

Publication Type: Closures Sat, 09/17/2022 - 12:00

The Wallowa County Sheriff's Office issued an updated list of road closures this morning at 10:00 a.m.

Fire Road Closure Updates - Saturday, September 17, 2022, at 10:00 AM

Road Closures:

Lostine River Rd south of the Forest Boundary
Lower Imnaha Rd & Dug Bar Rd closed
Upper Imnaha Rd closed
Hat Point Rd closed
FS 39 Road is closed from Target Springs Junction to Ollokot Campground including the Canal Rd (3920) and Lick Creek Rd (3925)

Sturgill Fire Update 09172022

Related Incident: Sturgill Fire

Publication Type: News Sat, 09/17/2022 - 12:00

Double Creek, Sturgill, Nebo, Goat Mountain Two Fires
September 17, 2022
Daily Update – 8:00 AM

Highlights: The Southern Area Blue Team assumed command of the Double Creek, Sturgill, Nebo, and Goat Mountain 2 Fires at 6:00 a.m. today. The team worked alongside the outgoing Pacific Northwest team yesterday to assess the current situation of the fires and gain knowledge of the area that will help develop their plan moving forward. The Southern Area Blue Team plans to use the favorable current weather to make operational decisions that will set firefighters and the community up well when the forecasted warmer and drier weather arrives. Suppression and protection strategies will continue to be used but the team will also look to establish suppression repair branches in the coming days.

Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires
There are three lightning caused fires within the Eagle Cap Wilderness. The Nebo, Sturgill, and Goat Mountain 2 Fires are being managed to protect public and private infrastructure while playing a natural role within designated Wilderness.

Sturgill Fire: 20,075 acres | 51 personnel assigned
The north end of Sturgill Fire is showing heat and moderate fire behavior. The fire will continue to be monitored by air, and personnel remain at structure protection sites in the area. Work will continue on the shaded fuel break from Lostine to Bear Creek Road. The fuel break is approximately 50 percent completed with the remainder expected to be completed within a week.

Goat Mountain 2 Fire: 536 acres | 0 personnel assigned Fire activity on the Goat Mountain 2 Fire is minimal. Firefighters will continue to monitor the fire by air as smoke and weather permit.

Weather: This weekend will be cool and recent high humidity will remain. There are chances of rain this weekend, but the rain will not fall across a wide area. The system will likely come from the south and the Sturgill Fire currently has the best chance of receiving rain. The Nebo Fire and Double Creek Fire may receive little to no precipitation. This afternoon shows chances for thunderstorms that could last into the evening. One week remains in this period of cooler, wetter conditions before the area trends back to a warmer, drier period.

Evacuations: The Wallowa County Sheriff’s Office rescinded all evacuation levels at 10:00 a.m. on Wednesday, September 14.

Wallowa Whitman National Forest Temporary Area Closures: The Wallowa Whitman National Forest issued Temporary Area Closures for the Double Creek Fire, Nebo Fire, and Sturgill Fire (includes Goat Mountain 2 Fire). Closure Orders and Maps are available on the Wallowa Whitman National Forest Fire Incident Updates page.

Road Closures: Lostine River Road at the Forest Service boundary is closed. Highway 350 going to the town of Imnaha is open. Lower Imnaha Road and Dug Bar Road are closed, Upper Imnaha Road is closed, Hat Point Road is closed, and FS 39 Road is closed from Target Springs Junction to Ollokot Campground [including the Canal Rd (3920) and Lick Creek Road (3925)].

Airspace: A Temporary Flight Restriction is in place for the Double Creek Fire (TFR 2/5592) to provide a safe environment for firefighting aircraft operations over the fire. The Sturgill Fire TFR (TFR 2/3189) was released on September 15 after the fire was placed in patrol status. Flight restrictions also apply to drones. Drones flying in areas of wildfire activity will cause firefighting aircraft to be grounded.

Restrictions: Forest Order #06-16-00-22-04 covers Phase B Fire Restrictions for all National Forest System Lands within the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest, except for the area within a ¼ mile of the Snake River between Hells Canyon Dam, River Mile 247.5, downstream to the Oregon-Washington border at Snake River Mile 176.0, which is regulated by Forest Order #06-16-04-22-01.

Fire Information

Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Phone: 541-216-4579

Email: 2022.doublecreek@firenet.gov

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Updates to Nebo Closures

Related Incident: Nebo Fire

Publication Type: Closures Tue, 10/04/2022 - 12:00

All Closures on the Nebo Fire have been lifted.

Nebo Fire Update 10062022

Related Incident: Nebo Fire

Publication Type: News Thu, 10/06/2022 - 12:00

Double Creek, Sturgill, Nebo, Goat Mountain Two Fires

Thursday October 6, 2022 Update – 8:00 AM Northeast Oregon Type 3 Team NOTICE: This will be the last update from the incident team. Highlights: Weather has gradually warmed and become drier each day after the cool and moist conditions last weekend. Very little change in fire behavior and spread has been observed despite the warmer and drier conditions. Fire crews will continue to monitor the north end of the Double Creek and Sturgill Fires for hot spots and use aerial bucket drops when terrain and weather safely allow. The Type 3 team will transition to two Type 4 Teams on Friday, 10/7. Double Creek Fire: 171,530 acres, increased 33 acres | 89% contained | 155 personnel assigned Isolated areas of heat remain in the Cow Creek, Deep Creek, and Lightning Creek drainages on steep and inaccessible terrain. Little growth is expected and the area will be monitored with aerial resources. Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires Sturgill Fire: 21,710 acres, increased 99 acres | 80% of objectives achieved | 60 personnel assigned A fire crew is monitoring the northern edge today and minimal fire activity is expected. Nebo Fire: 12,609 acres, increased 1 acre | 94% of objectives achieved | 0 personnel assigned Goat Mountain 2 Fire: 584 acres, no change in acres | 0 personnel assigned Aerial monitoring will continue but little to no fire activity is expected for the Nebo and Goat Mountain 2 Fires. Weather: Warmer than normal temperatures and dry conditions will persist through the weekend with fuel moistures continuing to gradually trend downward. Early next week another storm system will impact the area with increasing winds Monday and cooler conditions mid-week with the potential for precipitation. Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Temporary Road Closures: Closures are in effect for the Double Creek and Sturgill Fires due to operation of heavy equipment and log hauling. In the Double Creek Fire area the Hat Point Road is closed starting at the forest boundary. The Little Bear Creek Road (FSR 8250) is closed east to the junction with FSR 8250-040 near the Sturgill Fire. Restrictions: Fire Restrictions are in place for the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Campfires should be in fire pits surrounded by dirt, rock, or commercial rings. Flammable material shall be cleared within a 3-foot radius and avoid overhanging limbs. Attend fires at all times and fully extinguish when not attended. Information Wallowa Mountains Office Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Phone: 541-426-5546 Double Creek Fire InciWeb https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8366/ Facebook www.facebook.com/doublecreekfire2022 Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires Sturgill Fire InciWeb https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8364/ Nebo Fire InciWeb https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8363/ Goat Mountain 2 Fire InciWeb https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8380/

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Updates for the Nebo Fire

Related Incident: Nebo Fire

Publication Type: Announcement Sun, 10/02/2022 - 12:00

Updates for the Nebo Fire will be posted weekly on Thursdays.
Additional updates will be posted when significant changes occur.

Nebo Fire Update 90302022

Related Incident: Nebo Fire

Publication Type: News Sat, 10/01/2022 - 12:00

Double Creek, Sturgill, Nebo, Goat Mountain Two Fires

September 30, 2022 Update – 8:00 AM Northeast Oregon Type 3 Team

NOTICE: This update will be provided every 3 days and when significant changes occur.

Highlights: The Northeast Oregon Type 3 Team has assumed command of all fires from the Southern Area Blue Team. During the last 24 hours between a quarter inch to over an inch and a half of precipitation has fallen on the area. Cool, moist conditions are expected to remain through Saturday. Today crews will assess fires to determine what affect the rain had on remaining areas of heat. Suppression repair is nearly complete and those resources will be reassigned and the overall team size will drop as the Southern Area Blue Team departs.

Double Creek Fire: 161,591 acres, increased 81 acres | 89% contained | 436 personnel assigned
Areas of heat remain in the Cow Creek and Lightning Creek drainages. The northern portion received drenching rains overnight, and crews will assess fuel conditions in those areas today. Suppression repair along the western side of the fire is nearly complete. Little to no fire spread is expected today due to the wet conditions.

Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires

Sturgill Fire: 21,509 acres, increased 466 acres | 72% of objectives achieved | 60 personnel assigned The fire area received wetting rain overnight and crews will survey the northern edge of the fire near Standley Guard Station and Red’s Horse Ranch. Monitoring will continue with little to no fire activity expected today.

Nebo Fire: 12,607acres, increased 5 acres | 90% of objectives achieved | 0 personnel assigned

Goat Mountain 2 Fire: 584 acres, increased 36 acres | 0 personnel assigned This area will continue to be monitored today. Nearly a half inch of precipitation fell on the fire area and little to no fire activity is expected today.

Weather: Substantial precipitation occurred yesterday and overnight. Today will remain cloudy and cool with temperatures struggling to reach 60 degrees. Light rain is expected through the day. Relative humidity will stay above 60% today and tonight. Over the weekend, a very gradual warming and drying trend is expected.

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Temporary Area Closures: Closure orders are in effect for the Double Creek, Nebo, and Sturgill Fires. Closure Orders and Maps are available here. Roads within area closures and Forest Service Road (FSR) 8250 east to the junction with FSR 8250-040, FSR 3900-100, and FSR 3900-200 remain closed.

Road Closures: Upper Imnaha Road, Hat Point Road, Lower Imnaha Road, and Dug Bar Road are closed.

Restrictions: Fire Restrictions are in place for the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Campfires should be in fire pits surrounded by dirt, rock, or commercial rings. Flammable material shall be cleared within a 3-foot radius and avoid overhanging limbs. Attend fires at all times and fully extinguish when not attended.

Fire Information Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Phone: 541-216-4579 Email: 2022.doublecreek@firenet.gov Double Creek Fire
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Nebo Fire Update 09302022

Related Incident: Nebo Fire

Publication Type: News Fri, 09/30/2022 - 12:00

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Update – 8:00 AM Northeast Oregon Type 3 Team NOTICE: This update will be provided every 3 days and when significant changes occur. Highlights: The Northeast Oregon Type 3 Team has assumed command of all fires from the Southern Area Blue Team. During the last 24 hours between a quarter inch to over an inch and a half of precipitation has fallen on the area. Cool, moist conditions are expected to remain through Saturday. Today crews will assess fires to determine what affect the rain had on remaining areas of heat. Suppression repair is nearly complete and those resources will be reassigned and the overall team size will drop as the Southern Area Blue Team departs. Double Creek Fire: 161,591 acres, increased 81 acres | 89% contained | 436 personnel assigned Areas of heat remain in the Cow Creek and Lightning Creek drainages. The northern portion received drenching rains overnight, and crews will assess fuel conditions in those areas today. Suppression repair along the western side of the fire is nearly complete. Little to no fire spread is expected today due to the wet conditions. Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires Sturgill Fire: 21,509 acres, increased 466 acres | 72% of objectives achieved | 60 personnel assigned The fire area received wetting rain overnight and crews will survey the northern edge of the fire near Standley Guard Station and Red’s Horse Ranch. Monitoring will continue with little to no fire activity expected today. Nebo Fire: 12,607acres, increased 5 acres | 90% of objectives achieved | 0 personnel assigned Goat Mountain 2 Fire: 584 acres, increased 36 acres | 0 personnel assigned This area will continue to be monitored today. Nearly a half inch of precipitation fell on the fire area and little to no fire activity is expected today. Weather: Substantial precipitation occurred yesterday and overnight. Today will remain cloudy and cool with temperatures struggling to reach 60 degrees. Light rain is expected through the day. Relative humidity will stay above 60% today and tonight. Over the weekend, a very gradual warming and drying trend is expected. Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Temporary Area Closures: Closure orders are in effect for the Double Creek, Nebo, and Sturgill Fires. Closure Orders and Maps are available here. Roads within area closures and Forest Service Road (FSR) 8250 east to the junction with FSR 8250-040, FSR 3900-100, and FSR 3900-200 remain closed. Road Closures: Upper Imnaha Road, Hat Point Road, Lower Imnaha Road, and Dug Bar Road are closed. Restrictions: Fire Restrictions are in place for the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Campfires should be in fire pits surrounded by dirt, rock, or commercial rings. Flammable material shall be cleared within a 3-foot radius and avoid overhanging limbs. Attend fires at all times and fully extinguish when not attended. Fire Information Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Phone: 541-216-4579 Email: 2022.doublecreek@firenet.gov

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Nebo Fire Update09292022

Related Incident: Nebo Fire

Publication Type: News Thu, 09/29/2022 - 12:00

Double Creek, Sturgill, Nebo, Goat Mountain Two Fires
September 29, 2022
Daily Update – 8:00 AM

Highlights: Yesterday saw an increase in fire behavior across the fires. Today crews will assess those active fire areas and resources stand ready to respond to any changes. Overnight precipitation and more moisture today should substantially reduce fire activity.

Double Creek Fire: 161,510 acres, no change | 89% contained | 436 personnel assigned
The northern region was very active yesterday in the Cow Creek and Lightning Creek drainages. The northern portion received wetting rains overnight, and crews will assess fuel conditions in those areas today to determine resource needs for the next few days. Along the western side of the fire, suppression repair is nearly complete.

Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires Sturgill Fire: 21,103 acres, no change | 72% of objectives achieved | 60 personnel assigned
The fire was very active yesterday and burned towards the Stanley Guard Station. Helicopters dropped water to slow fire spread and firefighters were in place to protect structures. The fire also moved toward Red’s Horse Ranch yesterday, where a structure protection task force remained in place. Active monitoring will continue today.

Nebo Fire: 12,602 acres, no change | 78% of objectives achieved | 0 personnel assigned

Goat Mountain 2 Fire: 548 acres, no change | 0 personnel assigned
Quiet for 13 days, the Goat Mountain 2 Fire made a run to the east, slopping over a ridgeline and backing down the west side of the Lostine River drainage. Helicopters made several water drops to slow the fire growth. This area will also continue to be monitored today.

Weather: A cold front moved through overnight bringing precipitation, higher relative humidity, and much cooler temperatures that will linger into Friday. Over the weekend, a gradual warming and drying trend is expected.

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Temporary Area Closures: Closure orders are in effect for the Double Creek, Nebo, and Sturgill Fires. Closure Orders and Maps are available here. Roads within area closures and Forest Service Road (FSR) 8250 east to the junction with FSR 8250-040, FSR 3900-100, and FSR 3900-200 remain closed.

Road Closures: Upper Imnaha Road, Hat Point Road, Lower Imnaha Road, and Dug Bar Road are closed.

Restrictions: Fire Restrictions are in place for the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Campfires should be in fire pits surrounded by dirt, rock, or commercial rings. Flammable material shall be cleared within a 3-foot radius and avoid overhanging limbs. Attend fires at all times and fully extinguish when not attended.

Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
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Email: 2022.doublecreek@firenet.gov

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Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires
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Nebo Fire Update 09282022

Related Incident: Nebo Fire

Publication Type: News Wed, 09/28/2022 - 12:00

Double Creek, Sturgill, Nebo, Goat Mountain Two Fires
September 28, 2022
Daily Update – 8:00 AM

Highlights: Today will be very similar to yesterday with hot, dry, and breezy conditions and lower fuel moistures with increased fire behavior where pockets of heat remain. Close monitoring of areas of concern will be conducted and resources are pre-positioned to respond quickly as conditions change. Post-fire suppression repair will continue in portions of all fire areas as safety and conditions allow.

Double Creek Fire: 161,510 acres, 3,697 acre increase | 89% contained | 407 personnel assigned The northern edge of the fire remains active with some movement into the Cow Creek Drainage overnight. Monitoring of this area continues with crews prepared to respond as needed. Substantial daily progress is being made in suppression repair along the western edge of the burn area and should be completed within a few days. Change in acreage due to growth and adjustment for accuracy.

Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires Sturgill Fire: 21,103 acres, 191 acre increase (adjusted) | 72% of objectives achieved | 60 personnel assigned Less active burning occurred in the northwest corner yesterday with little movement. Additional crews have been deployed to Red’s Horse Ranch to reinforce existing structure protection as a precaution.

Nebo Fire: 12,602 acres, 2 acre increase | 78% of objectives achieved | 0 personnel assigned

Goat Mountain 2 Fire: 548 acres, 12 acre increase | 0 personnel assigned Will continue to monitor these fires from aircraft as smoke and weather permits. The Goat Mountain 2 Fire generated most of the smoke observed yesterday with rocky terrain and bordering fire scars limiting fire spread.

Weather: High temperatures will be from the mid 70s to mid 80s in most valleys, and up to the mid 90s below 3000 ft. Ridgetop temperatures will be in the 70s with relative humidity in the 10 to 20% range for all elevations. Breezy winds expected with gusts to 28 mph at ridgetops and to 23 mph in valleys. Humidity recovery will be good tonight with valley relative humidity reaching 70 to 90% and 60 to 70% on ridgetops.

Wallowa-Whitman National Forest Temporary Area Closures: Closure orders are in effect for the Double Creek, Nebo, and Sturgill Fires. Closure Orders and Maps are available here. Roads within area closures and Forest Service Road (FSR) 8250 east to the junction with FSR 8250-040, FSR 3900-100, and FSR 3900-200 remain closed.

Road Closures: Upper Imnaha Road, Hat Point Road, Lower Imnaha Road, and Dug Bar Road are closed.

Restrictions: Fire Restrictions are in place for the Wallowa-Whitman National Forest. Campfires should be in fire pits surrounded by dirt, rock, or commercial rings. Flammable material shall be cleared within a 3-foot radius and avoid overhanging limbs. Attend fires at all times and fully extinguish when not attended.

Fire Information
Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Phone: 541-216-4579
Email: 2022.doublecreek@firenet.gov

Double Creek Fire
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Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires
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Nebo Fire InciWeb https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8363/
Goat Mountain 2 Fire InciWeb https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8380/
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