Mill Lake Fire Road and Trail Closure

 Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), the following acts are prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands, trail and areas as described below, within the Stevensville Ranger District on the Bitterroot National Forest, Ravalli County, Montana.

PROHIBITIONS

1. Being on the Described Roads and Trails, 36 C.F.R. § 261.55(a). It is prohibited to be on the roads and trails listed below.

EXEMPTIONS

 Pursuant to Title 36 C.F.R § 261.50(e), the following persons are exempt from this Order:

1. Persons with a special use authorization or other Forest Service authorization specifically exempting them from the effect of this Order. 36 CFR § 261.50(e)(1).

2. Any Federal, State, or local officer or member of an organized rescue or fire fighting force in performance of an official duty. 36 CFR § 261.50(e)(4).

CLOSED TRAILS

1.     Mill Creek, National Forest System Trail #364

2.     Cow Creek, National Forest System Trail #3

3.     Hauf Lake, National Forest System Trail #309

4.     Sears Lake, National Forest System Trail #312

5.     Sheafman Creek, National Forest System Trail #82

6.     A section of Fred Burr, National Forest System Trail #38, from the west end of Fred Burr Reservoir (Township 7N, Range 21W, SE quartersection of Section 15) to its intersection with Mill Creek Trail #364

CLOSED ROADS

1.     Cow Creek, National Forest System Road #438, uphill of the gate at the Bitterroot NF boundary line (Township 7N, Range 21W Section 33)

PURPOSE

The purpose of this order is for public health and safety due to fire activity from the Mill Lake fire in the Mill Creek drainage and related suppression activities.

DESCRIBED AREA

All lands on the Stevensville Ranger District, Bitterroot National Forest accessible by the above listed roads and trails in the Mill Creek, Sheafman Creek and Fred Burr drainages.

IMPLEMENTATION

1.     This Order shall be in effect from September 4th, 2022 until fire conditions recede and this order is rescinded.

2.     Unless otherwise expressly defined in this Order, the terms used in this Order are defined by the regulations of the Secretary of Agriculture, 36 C.F.R. Chapter II, Parts 200-299. If there are terms in this Order that are not expressly defined in the Order or 36 C.F.R. Chapter II, Parts 200-299, their meaning shall be determined by their plain language definitions.

3.     A violation of the above prohibitions is punishable as a Class B misdemeanor by a fine of not more than $5,000 for individuals and $10,000 for organizations, or by imprisonment for not more than six months, or both. 16 U.S.C. § 551; 18 U.S.C. §§ 3559, 3571, and 3581.

4.     Contact the Stevensville Ranger District, (406) 777-5461, and Bitterroot National Forest Supervisor’s Office in Hamilton, MT, (406) 363-7100, for more information about this Order.

5.     This Order supersedes any previous Orders prohibiting the same or similar acts on the same Described Road and Trails.

 Final News Release September 12, 2022

 News Release September 11, 2022

 Davenport, WA - The Seven Bays Fire is located approximately 15 miles northwest of Davenport, WA. This fire started on Sunday, September 4th and has burned approximately 1,232 acres of rangeland, stubble and scattered forest lands (acre increase due to mapping adjustments). The fire is 65% contained. Evacuations: No Evacuation levels.

 Road Closure:  No Road Closures.

  Friday,   Fire fighters continued mop up along the fire perimeter extending more than 75 feet from the fire edge.  Division A is now in patrol status. Repair work began on interior dozer line.  This work increased fire containment to 65%.

 Saturday, Firefighter’s will continue mop up around the fire perimeter and continue repairing interior and perimeter dozer lines.  Excess resources will be released.

 Weather:   Saturday weather is predicted high of 84 degrees, with winds (20ft) out of the northeast 8 - 11 mph with gusts to 18 mph.

 When residents of a fire-prone community clear brush, trees and other flammable materials away from their homes and other structures, it helps keep residents and firefighters safe.   Visit wildfireready.com for more information.
 
 

Quick Facts

Seven Bays Road Fire

Incident Start date: September 4, 2022

Approximate Size: 1,232 acres

Containment:  65% Contained

Assigned Resources on the Incident

 News Release September 9, 2022

 News Release September 7, 2022

 News Release September 6, 2022 Davenport, WA - The Seven Bays Fire is located approximately 15 miles northwest of Davenport, WA. This fire started on Sunday, September 4th and has burned approximately 1,000 acres of rangeland, stubble and scattered forest lands.   Acre increased is mostly due to updated mapping of the fire.    

 9/7/22
 

Road Closure:  No Road Closures

Start Date: 09/05/2022

Location:  Converse Creek drainage in the Santa Ana River watershed in San Bernardino County CA

Engines:  10

Crews: 6

Water Tenders:  2

Size: 1,079 acres

Percent containment: 79%

Cause: Undetermined

Dozers:  2

Aircraft: 2

Total Personnel:  256

CURRENT CONDITIONS:

Very little fire behavior has been observed in the Radford fire area due to the rainfall brought by the remnants of tropical storm Kay. There is still open fire line on the western perimeter. Yesterday, crews were inserted into this hard to access section and worked hot spots. Resources will continue to rigorously work in this difficult terrain today. Heat remains underground and firefighters will be looking for deep ground fuels still holding heat to remove all threats to the fire’s spread.

California Interagency Incident Management Team 11 would like to recognize the communities of Big Bear and Big Bear Lake for their generosity and hospitality during the Radford Fire. Traditionally fire personnel will pitch tents at the incident command post’s camp. However, with the prediction of inclement weather conditions, Visit Big Bear went to work and immediately secured lodging at local hotels, motels, and private home rentals to accommodate over 700 firefighters. Firefighters and fire support staff have been able to get much needed rest before returning to their assignments. In addition to giving the firefighter’s housing, the community has shown an outpouring of support through donations and signs around the area thanking the firefighters.

WEATHER:

This afternoon is likely to bring thunderstorms as a result of the remnants of tropical storm Kay. Temperatures are slightly cooler today with highs in the mid to upper 60s. Winds are out of the west/southwest at 4-8 mph and up to 15 mph on the ridges. High pressure builds into the north later in the week for an increase in temps over the thru the weekend.

ROAD CLOSURES:  Club View Dr. at FS Road 2N10 

FOREST CLOSURES:

SAN BERNARDINO NATIONAL FOREST

Forest Order No. 05-12-52-22-07 Check the San Bernardino National Forest Webpage at https://www.fs.usda.gov/sbnf

BIG BEAR VISITORS:   For your safety with the lingering storm and current fire, you are welcome to visit us at a later date. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation! Your safety is our priority.

READY SET GO!

Successfully preparing for an emergency is vital. Visit the below link for resources that will help you prepare.

Ready! Set! Go! Fire – San Bernardino County Fire Protection District (sbcfire.org)

TELEPHONE EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM (TENS):

The San Bernardino County Sheriff and Fire Departments will send high-speed mass notifications via telephone and text messages through the Telephone Emergency Notification System (TENS). Visit the link below to sign up or call 211 or (909) 980-2857 for assistance in registering. https://bit.ly/3x6hscG