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8282022 Crockets Knob Fire Update

Related Incident: Crockets Knob Fire

Publication Type: News Sun, 08/28/2022 - 12:00

Crockets Knob Fire Update

SIZE: 1,447 Acres
CONTAINMENT: 0%
CAUSE: Lightning
PERSONNEL: 258
LOCATION: 19 miles north of Prairie City

Northwest Incident Management Team 12 assumed command of Crockets Knob Fire as of 7:00 AM this morning.

Weather: A cold front moving through the area has contributed to gusty winds across the fire, fueling increased fire behavior. Temperatures will be slightly lower through Sunday night, but a warming and drying trend is predicted beginning Monday.

Operations: Yesterday, firefighters continued work along the southern edge of the fire near Big Boulder Creek, as well as removing brush and fuels along FSR 45. Work will continue to strengthen containment lines ahead of an expected warming and drying trend next week that could increase fire activity. Type 1 interagency “hotshot” crews have been engaged in constructing line in steep and rugged terrain along the eastern edge of the fire. Due to difficult access, challenging terrain and long extraction times, the Incident Management Team and local fire managers are working to ensure that adequate emergency medical resources are located strategically around the fire to respond to any potential firefighter injuries or accidents. Today, crews and heavy equipment will be working to improve road systems on the western flank as containment line as well as scouting roadless areas for natural features to improve as fireline.

Closures: Road, trail, campground, and area closures are in effect. An area closure is in effect starting at the junction of County Road 20 and FSR 45, east to Sunshine Guard Station, north on FSR 2000909 to the junction at FSR 4550, northeast on FSR 4555, then northeast to Sunrise Butte Trail #255, northeast to the junction with Princess Trail #251, east to Blue Mountain Trail #6141, northwest to FSR 45, and back south to the junction of County Road 20. All boundary roads and trails will be closed EXCEPT County Road 20 from the junction of FSR 45 to the junction of FSR 2000909 at Sunshine Guard Station. For full area closure information and map, please visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/malheur

Smoke may be visible to nearby communities and Forest visitors. Smoke and air quality impacts within the state can be monitored by visiting: http://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com

Fire Information:

FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/CrocketsKnobFire
INCIWEB: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8355/
TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTION: There is a Temporary Flight Restriction over the Crockets Knob Fire area. Wildfires are a No Drone Zone

Crockets Knob Area Closure Order issued August 28 2022

Related Incident: Crockets Knob Fire

Publication Type: Closures Sun, 08/28/2022 - 12:00

Road, trail, campground, and area closures are in effect. Please view the Related Information for full closure information and map.

8272022 Crockets Knob Fire Update

Related Incident: Crockets Knob Fire

Publication Type: News Sat, 08/27/2022 - 12:00

Crockets Knob Fire Update – August 27, 2022

Location: 19 miles north of Prairie City, Oregon
Start Date: August 22, 2022
Cause: Lightning
Current Size: 1,285 acres
Containment: 0%

Current Situation: The Crockets Knob fire remained active yesterday and overnight. The fire continued to burn in all directions, but most of the fire activity occurred along the southern and eastern perimeter. Large Air Tankers (LATs) were again utilized near FSR 436 and FSR 4550 where the fire remained most active. The priority for fire crews today is to strengthen containment lines along the southern edge of the fire near Big Boulder Creek. Crews and heavy equipment continue to make progress chipping and thinning to remove brush along FSR 45 as fire behavior along the western flank remains minimal. A Type 2 Incident Management Team has been ordered and will transition Sunday morning with the current High Desert Type 3 team.

Evacuations: There are no evacuations in place.

Closures: Road, trail, campground, and area closures are in effect. This includes portions of Forest Service Road (FSR) 45 from County Road 20 north to Indian Rock Trailhead, as well as portions of FSR 4550 from FSR 4555 west to the intersection of FSR 45. The Princess Trail is closed from the trailhead to Forest Service Trail (FST) #251, as well as the Big Boulder Trail from the trailhead north to Head O’Boulder camp. Additionally, Indian Rock Trail is closed from Head O’Boulder camp north to Sharp Ridge/Squaw Rock trailhead. Head O’Boulder camp is also closed. An area closure is also in effect from FSR 45, south to FSR 4550, east to FSR 749, north to FSR 436, north to FST #251, northwest to FSR 537, then west back to the junction of FSR 45. For full area closure information and map, please visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/malheur.

Smoke: Smoke may be visible to nearby communities and Forest visitors. Smoke and air quality impacts within the state can be monitored by visiting: http://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com.

Public Safety: The closure order is in place to provide for public and firefighter safety during an active and developing wildfire incident. Travelers should be extra cautious of increased fire vehicle traffic along County Road 20. Prospective hunters should plan around the closure area when scouting camp locations and hunting grounds. Forest visitors should be aware of changing fire conditions and plan alternate travel routes if additional road closures are put in place. Fire danger on the Malheur National Forest remains HIGH. Please visit the Forest webpage for current public use restrictions: https://www.fs.usda.gov/malheur.

Fire Information:
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8355/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MalheurNationalForest
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MalheurNF

8262022 Crockets Knob Fire Update

Related Incident: Crockets Knob Fire

Publication Type: News Fri, 08/26/2022 - 12:00

Crockets Knob Fire Update – August 26, 2022

Location: 19 miles north of Prairie City, Oregon
Start Date: August 22, 2022
Cause: Lightning
Current Size: 1,000 acres
Containment: 0%

Current Situation: The Crockets Knob Fire experienced significant growth yesterday influenced by strong north and west winds. Some spotting occurred across Big Boulder Creek drainage and FSR 436. Two Large Air Tankers (LATs) dropped retardant along the southern flank to slow progression into the nearby Badger Creek drainage. A cold front is expected to move through the fire area late Friday afternoon into Saturday, which has the potential to produce strong winds. Firefighters and heavy equipment have continued prepping and removing brush along FSR 45 and FSR 537 to connect indirect lines along the western and northern fire edges. Hotshot crews are making good progress on handline construction, while also utilizing existing trail systems, to complete indirect containment lines along the east side of the fire. Fire personnel continue to evaluate options for containment lines in anticipation of the incoming weather system.

Evacuations: There are no evacuations in place.

Closures: Road, trail, campground, and area closures are in effect. This includes portions of Forest Service Road (FSR) 45 from County Road 20 north to Indian Rock Trailhead, as well as portions of FSR 4550 from FSR 4555 west to the intersection of FSR 45. The Princess Trail is closed from the trailhead to Forest Service Trail (FST) #251, as well as the Big Boulder Trail from the trailhead north to Head O’Boulder camp. Additionally, Indian Rock Trail is closed from Head O’Boulder camp north to Sharp Ridge/Squaw Rock trailhead. Head O’Boulder camp is also closed. An area closure is also in effect from FSR 45, south to FSR 4550, east to FSR 749, north to FSR 436, north to FST #251, northwest to FSR 537, then west back to the junction of FSR 45. For full area closure information and map, please visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/malheur.

Smoke: Smoke may be visible to nearby communities and Forest visitors. Smoke and air quality impacts within the state can be monitored by visiting: http://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com.

Public Safety: The closure order is in place to provide for public and firefighter safety during an active and developing wildfire incident. Prospective hunters should plan around the closure area when scouting camp locations and hunting grounds. Forest visitors should be aware of changing fire conditions and plan alternate travel routes if additional road closures are put in place. Fire danger on the Malheur National Forest remains HIGH. Please visit the Forest webpage for current public use restrictions: https://www.fs.usda.gov/malheur.

Fire Information:
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8355/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MalheurNationalForest
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MalheurNF

8252022 Crockets Knob Fire Update

Related Incident: Crockets Knob Fire

Publication Type: News Thu, 08/25/2022 - 12:00

Crockets Knob Fire Update – August 25, 2022

Location: 19 miles north of Prairie City, Oregon
Start Date: August 22, 2022
Cause: Lightning
Current Size: 225 acres
Containment: 0%

Current Situation: The Crockets Knob Fire was reported the morning of August 22 after abundant lightning moved through the Malheur National Forest. The fire is predominantly moving south/southeast, burning through timber and brush within the 1996 Summit Fire scar, but active fire behavior is observed along all flanks. Due to the rugged terrain and level of fire activity, there is limited access for fire crews to safely engage the fire directly. Firefighters and heavy equipment are making good progress along the 45 and 537 Roads, removing brush and timber to create a fuel break, with the intent to establish indirect containment lines. There are currently 140 personnel working on the incident including two Interagency Hotshot Crews, fire engines, heavy equipment, helicopters, and fixed-wing aircraft. There are no structures immediately threatened.

Evacuations: There are no evacuations in place.

Closures: Road, trail, campground, and area closures are in effect. This includes portions of Forest Service Road (FSR) 45 from County Road 20 north to Indian Rock Trailhead, as well as portions of FSR 4550 from FSR 4555 west to the intersection of FSR 45. The Princess Trail is closed from the trailhead to Forest Service Trail (FST) #251, as well as the Big Boulder Trail from the trailhead north to Head O’Boulder camp. Additionally, Indian Rock Trail is closed from Head O’Boulder camp north to Sharp Ridge/Squaw Rock trailhead. Head O’Boulder camp is also closed. An area closure is also in effect from FSR 45, south to FSR 4550, east to FSR 749, north to FSR 436, north to FST #251, northwest to FSR 537, then west back to the junction of FSR 45. For full area closure information and map, please visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/malheur.

Smoke: Smoke may be visible to nearby communities and Forest visitors. Smoke and air quality impacts within the state can be monitored by visiting: http://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com.

Public Safety: The closure order is in place to provide for public and firefighter safety during an active and developing wildfire incident. Please review all current closures before heading out to recreate in the area. With archery season opening Saturday, August 27th, hunters should plan around the closure area when scouting potential camp locations and hunting grounds. Additionally, the public are encouraged to be aware of the HIGH fire danger on the Malheur National Forest. Current fire conditions and public use restrictions can be found on the Forest webpage: https://www.fs.usda.gov/malheur.

Fire Information:
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8355/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MalheurNationalForest
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MalheurNF

8242022 Crockets Knob Fire Update

Related Incident: Crockets Knob Fire

Publication Type: News Wed, 08/24/2022 - 12:00

Crockets Knob Fire Update – August 24, 2022

Location: 19 miles north of Prairie City, Oregon
Start Date: August 22, 2022
Cause: Lightning
Current Size: Approximately 150 acres
Containment: 0%

Current Situation: The Crockets Knob Fire was reported the morning of August 22 after significant lightning occurred across the Malheur National Forest. The fire is actively burning in all directions and is predominately moving to the west through grass, shrubs, and timber in the 1996 Summit Fire scar. Due to the steep and rugged terrain, access to the fire is limited. Fire crews are evaluating options for containment lines and continue to prepare the 45 Road and 537 Road. There are currently 140 personnel working on the incident including fire engines, hand crews, heavy equipment, helicopters, and Single Engine Air Tankers. Falling teams have been ordered to assist in mitigating hazard trees in the area. There are no structures immediately threatened.

Evacuations: There are no evacuations in place.

Closures: A fire area closure is expected today, August 24, 2022. Please visit the Fire Information links listed below for current closure information.

Smoke: Smoke may be visible to nearby communities and Forest visitors. Smoke and air quality impacts within the state can be monitored by visiting: http://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com.

Public Safety: Please be aware of the closure area noted above. There will be increased fire traffic on in the fire area; please be extra cautious while driving in the vicinity. The public are encouraged to be aware of the HIGH fire danger on the Malheur National Forest. Current fire conditions and public use restrictions can be found on the Forest webpage: https://www.fs.usda.gov/malheur.

Fire Information:
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8355/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MalheurNationalForest
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MalheurNF

Sullivan Fire Update as of August 25 2022

Related Incident: Sullivan Fire

Publication Type: News Thu, 08/25/2022 - 12:00

Sullivan Fire Update

August 25, 2022

Start Date: August 22, 2022 Cause: Under Investigation Location: 13 miles north of Hot Springs, Montana. Estimated Size: 80 acres Containment: 30% Personnel: 55

Incident Command: Local Type 3 organization

Evacuations and Closures: None

Activity: A couple acres spotted over the control line yesterday, fire crews were able to take care of these spots. Today, firefighters will continue to secure perimeter and grid for hot spots.

Weather: Mostly cloudy. Rain showers and chance of thunderstorms. Temp- 80-85 valleys and 60-65 ridges. RH- 40-50 percent valleys and 60-70 percent ridges. Wind- Southeast 5-10 mph early in the morning becoming southwest in the afternoon.

Sullivan Fire Update as of August 23 2022

Related Incident: Sullivan Fire

Publication Type: News Tue, 08/23/2022 - 12:00

Sullivan Fire Update

August 23, 2022

Start Date: August 22, 2022 Cause: Under Investigation Location: 13 miles north of Hot Springs, Montana. Estimated Size: 80 acres Containment: 10% Personnel: 55

Incident Command: Local Type 3 organization

Evacuations and Closures: None

Activity: Crews and equipment were able to complete a control line around the perimeter of this fire. Heavy Air Tankers and Single Engine Air Tankers were used in grass openings to slow the fires spread. Today, firefighters will continue to secure perimeter and grid for hot spots.

Weather: Partly cloudy. Chance of thunderstorms in the afternoon. Temp- 90-95 valleys and 65-70 ridges. RH- 25-35 percent valleys and 37-47 percent ridges. Wind- Ridge top… Northeast up to 5 mph becoming east late in the morning, then becoming west in the afternoon.

Revais Fire Update for August 25 2022

Related Incident: Revais Fire

Publication Type: News Thu, 08/25/2022 - 12:00

Revais Fire Update

August 25, 2022

Start Date: August 20, 2022 Cause: Lightning Location: 4 miles west of Dixon, Montana. Estimated Size: 20 acres Containment: 0% Personnel: 55

Incident Command: Local Type 4 organization, Josh Williams, Incident Commander, Cody Couture, Trainee.

Evacuations and Closures: There are no evacuations and there are no structures threatened at this time. The 6000 and 7000 Roads are closed in Revais. The 7000 Road from Valley Creek coming into Revais is closed. The 6000 Road from Magpie coming into Revais is closed.

Activity: This fire is located in very steep, rocky, rugged terrain. Aviation will be used to slow the fire. A control line and fuel break are being constructed at the bottom of Revais Creek near structures.

Road Closures

Related Incident: Revais Fire

Publication Type: Closures Thu, 08/25/2022 - 12:00

The 6000 and 7000 Roads are closed in Revais. The 7000 Road from Valley Creek coming into Revais is closed. The 6000 Road from Magpie coming into Revais is closed.

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