Closure Order: 06-17-07-22-13

Pursuant to 16 USC § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Wenatchee River Ranger District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest (OWNF). This order supersedes Order # 06-17-07-22-12, dated August 17, 2022, signed by Forest Supervisor Kristin Bail. This Order is effective on September 1, 2022, and will remain in effect until December 31, 2022, unless rescinded sooner.

PROHIBITIONS:

1. Entering into or being upon National Forest System Lands closed for the protection of public health and safety, as described below and displayed on the attached map, Exhibit A [36 CFR § 261.53€].

2. Being on a National Forest System trail, as described below and displayed on the attached map, Exhibit A [36 CFR § 261.55(a)].

3. Being on a National Forest System road as described below and displayed on the attached map, Exhibit A [36 CFR § 261.54€].

CLOSURE AREA DESCRIPTION:

National Forest System lands within the following boundary: starting at the OWNF boundary in T. 27 N., R. 16 E., S.16 at the junction of Forest Service Road (FSR) 6500 Little Wenatchee and FSR 6700 Rainy Creek. Proceeding generally west along and including FSR 6500 to the end of the road at Little Wenatchee Ford Trailhead in T. 28 N., R. 14 E., S. 13. Proceeding north along Trail 1525 Little Wenatchee River to the junction with trail 1520 Poe Mountain, then proceeding generally east along and including trail 1520 Poe Mountain to the 6,022 foot elevation highpoint approximately 650 feet northeast of the trail junction with 1543 Little Wenatchee Ridge, then proceeding generally northeast for 2,500 feet to the headwaters of Cougar Creek at 4,800 feet elevation in T. 28 N., R. 14 E., S. 24, then proceeding along Cougar Creek to the confluence with Panther Creek in T. 28 N., R.15E., S. 17, then proceeding northeast along Panther Creek to the end of trail 1522 Panther Creek at the confluence of Ibex and Panther Creeks, then proceeding along and including trail 1522 Panther Creek to the junction with the trail 1521 Mount David. Then crossing to the east bank of the White River and proceeding generally north along the White River to the end of FSR 6400 at the White River Trailhead in T. 28 N., R. 15 E., S. 35, then following and including FSR 6400 generally southeast to the OWNF boundary at Tall Timbers in T. 28 N., R. 16 E., S. 18, then following the OWNF boundary to the west bank of the White River and continuing generally southeast following the White River or OWNF boundary to FSR 6500 at the OWNF boundary in T. 27 N., R. 16 E., S. 16.

The following National Forest System roads, trails, and developed campgrounds and sites are included in this closure, which includes all spur roads and trails leaving from those listed below:

Roads Closed

6400 (at Forest Bdry)

6400-111

6404

6500

6500-113

6500-225

6501

6501-115

6501-117

6501-120

6501-212

6502

6502-111

6502-311

6502-411

6503

6503-200

6503-230

6504

6506

6506-115

6507

6507-400

6507-600

Trails Closed

1540 - Little Wenatchee Gorge

1520 - Poe Mountain

1543 - Little Wenatchee Ridge

1545 - Irving Pass

1522 - Panther Creek

Developed Campgrounds Closed

Lake Creek Campground

Grasshopper Meadows

White River Falls

See Exhibit A – White River Fire Map

EXEMPTIONS:

Pursuant to 36 CFR § 261.50(e), the following persons are exempt from this Order:

1. Any Federal, State, or local officer, or member of an organized rescue or fire-fighting force in the performance of an official duty.

2. Persons with Forest Service Permit No. FS-7700-48 (Permit for Use of Roads, Trails, or Areas Restricted by Regulation Order), specifically authorizing the otherwise prohibited act or omission.

These prohibitions are in addition to the general prohibitions in 36 CFR Part 261, Subpart A.

Violations of these prohibitions are punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 for an individual or $10,000 for an organization, or imprisonment for not more than 6 months, or both (16 USC § 551; 18 USC §§ 3551, 3559, 3571, and 3581).

Executed in Wenatchee, Washington this 1st day of September, 2022.

______________________________

KRISTIN M. BAIL

Forest Supervisor

 Actualización de los incendios White River y Irving Peak Fire2 de septiembre de 2022 - 9:00 AMPlain, WA – Los incendios de White River e Irving Peak comenzaronmediante rayos el 11 de agosto. Arden en el Bosque Nacional Okanagan-Wenatchee, a unas15 millas al noroeste de Plain, WA.Estrategia de extinción: Los administradores de los incendios estánrefinando una estrategia a largo plazo que incluye el uso de líneas perimetralesprimarias y de contingencia para la contención. Las tácticas incluyen lafinalización y el refuerzo de los cortafuegos (carreteras y línea de mano). Puedeser que el humo sea visible para el futuro cercano.Operaciones – Hoy, el clima cálido, seco y ventoso será una prueba para eltrabajo que se ha hecho hasta ahora para controlar los incendios. Se anticipaque el clima, junto con la alineación del terreno, podría causar un día de fuegomuy activo lo que resultará en columnas de humo visibles.Incendio White RiverAcres: 1,194; 1% contenciónUbicación: Área de Sears Creek del drenaje del río White, unas 14 millas alnoroeste de Plain, WAAyer, el incendio White River permaneció activo a lo largo del extremo oeste yel fuego se desplazó sobre la cima de Wenatchee Ridge. Las cuadrillaseliminaron materiales inflamables alrededor de una estación meteorológicaautomatizada remota (RAWS) y un monitor sísmico de la Universidad deWashington. En el perímetro sureste, los bomberos terminaron la línea demano indirecta desde Spur Road 111 hasta el prado verde al usar estascaracterísticas húmedas naturales como línea de contención. Hoy, losbomberos estarán listos para responder con ataque inicial a cualquier nuevoincendio que empiece mientras recuperan equipo que no se está usando ymonitorearán el fuego por si se pone más activo.Incendio Irving PeakAcres: 2,381; 2% contenciónUbicación: Unas 16 millas al noroeste de Plain, WAAyer, los bomberos trabajaron para terminar las operaciones de quema decarburantes en una parte del perímetro suroeste y así desplazar el fuego a lalínea de contención preparada a lo largo de Forest Service Road (FSR) 6504 aFSR 200 eliminando combustibles para fortalecer el borde del incendio. Sigueel trabajo de triturar y astillar a lo largo de Spur Road 311. Hoy, los bomberosse centrarán en extinguier cualquier sección de combustibles no quemados quequeden de las operaciones de quema de carburantes ayer y continuaránpreparando las carreteras.Comportamiento del clima y los incendios: se ha emitido un aviso decalor para el área. Hoy existe la posibilidad de que haya un comportamiento defuego acitvo debido a la combinación pronosticada de inestabilidadatmosférica adicional, temperaturas de 95 grados, baja humedad relativa deunos 15% y vientos del sureste con ráfagas de hasta 20 mph.Pronóstico la de calidad del air y humo – Existe la alta posibilidad deque los niveles de humo en el área de Lake Wenatchee aumenten a través deldía. El pronóstico actual del humo, junto con información sobre lasrecomendaciones de salud de la calidad del aire durante las condiciones dehumo, está disponible en: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/84d849be y enWashington Smoke Blog https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/Cierres – Están en su lugar varios cierres de carreteras y áreas para laseguridad de los bomberos y el público. Los directores de los incendiospiden a las personas que por favor respeten estos cierres mientrasse recrean en el área. Un cierre de emergencia, emitido por el ServicioForestal, permanece en su lugar para little Wenatchee Road (Forest ServiceRoad [FSR] 65) y esto incluye la sección entre el límite del Bosque Nacional yel cruce de FSR 65 y FSR 6700.Para obtener información adicional sobre los cierres actuales, visite el BosqueNacional Okanogan-Wenatchee - Hogar (usda.gov).Restricciones: No se permiten fogatas en ningún lugar dentro del BosqueNacional Okanogan-Wenatchee. Ahora están en efecto las restricciones deEtapa 2 para todo el bosque, incluidos los campamentos y las áreas silvestres:https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/okawen/alerts-notices/?cid=fsbdev3_053600Evacuaciones: Los niveles actuales de evacuación del condado de Chelanincluyen una evacuación de Nivel 2 (Prepárese) para Sears Creek Road yNivel 1 (Manténgase alerta) para White River Road y Little WenatcheeRoad. https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emergency-management/pages/activeemergenciesImpactos recreativos: Aparte del cierre del bosque y las restricciones contraincendios, los oficiales de los incendios recomiendan evitar recrearse en lasáreas de Little Wenatchee y White River Road (FS Roads 6500 y 6400). Sepuede ver el humo desde el Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) y este permaneceabierto y no se ve directamente afectado por los incendios. Sin embargo, lospuntos de partida de Little Wenatchee Ford y White River están cerrados y nose pueden utilizar para acceder al PCT. El Buck Creek-Spider MeadowLoop está abierto y accesible, pero el humo y la actividad de fuego cercanospueden afectar el área.Mensaje de seguridad – A partir del día de hoy, se espera que halla másactividad debido a los visitantes ya que se acerca el fin de semana festivo. Sepide al público que por favor tenga cuidado con los bomberos y los vehículos deextinción de incendios en el área.¿Va jalar un remolque o barco este fin de semana festivo? Debido a la bajahumedad y las altas temperaturas, cualquier chispa de una cadena deseguridad de arrastre pudiera en un instante crear un incendio grande. Porfavor, sea responsable y tómese un momento para revisar sus cadenas.Recursos- Personal total asignado: 321, incluyendo 2 cuadrillas de mano Tipo1 (Hotshot); 2 cuadrillas de mano IA (Ataque inicial) Tipo 2; 2 cuadrilla demano Tipo 2; 1- cuadrilla de campamento; 2 helicópteros de carga pesada; 1helicóptero de carga mediana; 1 helicópteros de carga ligera; 17 camionesbomberos; 1 topadora; 2 trituradoras; 6 tanques de agua; y 132 personal aéreo.

 White River and Irving Peak Fires Update for September 2, 2022. Lightning started the White River and Irving Peak Fires on August 11. The fires are burning on the Okanagan-Wenatchee National Forest, northwest of Plain, WA. \
Suppression Strategy – Fire managers are refining a long-term strategy including the use of primary and contingency perimeter lines for containment. Tactics include completion and reinforcement of fire lines (roads and hand line). Smoke could be visible for the near future.
Operations – Today’s hot, dry, and windy weather will be a test on the work completed so far to contain the fires. It’s anticipated the weather, along with terrain alignment, could result in a very active fire day with visible smoke columns.
White River Fire Acres: 1,194; 1% contained Location: Sears Creek area of the White River drainage, approximately 14 miles NW of Plain, WA.
Yesterday, the White River Fire remained active along the west edge and the fire burned over the top of Wenatchee Ridge. Crews worked to remove flammable materials from around a remote automated weather station (RAWS) and a University of Washington seismic monitor. On the southeast perimeter, firefighters completed indirect hand line from spur road 111 into the green meadow using these natural wet features as a containment line. Today, firefighters will remain ready to respond to initial attack on any new fire starts while back hauling unused equipment, and monitoring the fire for increased activity.
White River Fire Acres: 1,194; 1% contained Location: Sears Creek area of the White River drainage, approximately 14 miles NW of Plain, WA.
Yesterday, the White River Fire remained active along the west edge and the fire burned over the top of Wenatchee Ridge. Crews worked to remove flammable materials from around a remote automated weather station (RAWS) and a University of Washington seismic monitor. On the southeast perimeter, firefighters completed indirect hand line from spur road 111 into the green meadow using these natural wet features as a containment line. Today, firefighters will remain ready to respond to initial attack on any new fire starts while back hauling unused equipment, and monitoring the fire for increased activity.
Irving Peak Fire Acres: 2,381; 2% contained Location: Approximately 16 miles NW of Plain, WA
Yesterday, firefighters worked to complete the burnout operations on a portion of the southwest perimeter bringing fire down to the prepared containment line along Forest Service Road (FSR) 6504 to FSR 200 removing fuels to secure the edge of the fire. Masticating and chipping along spur road 200 to the 311 isongoing. Today, firefighters will focus on the clean-up of any pockets of unburned fuels remaining from yesterday’s burn-out operations and continue road prep work.
Weather and Fire Behavior – A Heat Advisory has been issued for the area. Today’s forecasted combination of additional atmospheric instability, 95-degree temperatures, low relative humidity near 15%, and southeast winds with gusts to 20 mph have the potential to create active fire behavior.
Air quality and smoke outlook - Smoke levels in the Lake Wenatchee area have a high probability to increase throughout the day. The current smoke outlook, along with information about air quality health recommendations during smoky conditions, is available at: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/84d849be and at Washington Smoke Blog https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/
Closures – Several road and area closures are in place for the safety of firefighters and the public. Fire managers are asking people to please respect these closures while recreating in the area. An emergency closure, issued by the Forest Service, remains in place for the Little Wenatchee Road (Forest Service Road [FSR] 65) to include the section between the National Forest boundary and the junction of FSR 65 and FSR 6700. For additional information about current closures, please visit the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest - Home (usda.gov).
Restrictions - Campfires are not allowed anywhere within the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Stage 2 Restrictions are now in effect for the entire forest, including campgrounds and wilderness areas: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/okawen/alerts-notices/?cid=fsbdev3_053600
Evacuations- Current Chelan County evacuation levels include a Level 2 evacuation (Be Prepared) for Sears Creek Road and Level 1 (Stay Alert) for White River Road and Little Wenatchee Road. https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emergency-management/pages/active-emergencies
Recreation impacts- In addition to the Forest closure and fire restrictions, fire officials recommend avoiding recreating in the Little Wenatchee and White River Road (FS Roads 6500 and 6400) areas. Smoke is visible from the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). The PCT remains open and is not directly impacted by the fires. However, the Little Wenatchee Ford and White River Trailheads are closed and cannot be used to access the PCT. The Buck Creek-Spider Meadow Loop is open and accessible, but smoke and nearby fire activity may impact the area.
Safety message – Increased visitor activity is expected beginning today with the holiday week-end approaching. The public is asked to please watch out for firefighters and firefighting vehicle traffic in the area. Are you pulling a trailer or boat this holiday weekend? With the low humidity and high temperatures, a small spark from a dragging safety chain can quickly create a large fire. Please be responsible and take a moment to check your tow chains.

 Fire The White River and Irving Peak Fires are burning near each other in the White River and Little Wenatchee River drainages upstream from Lake Wenatchee. They have burned a total of 3,575 acres and are 1% contained. Firefighters are patrolling roads to monitor and hold the fires. The fires have reached the roads at several locations.

Smoke from the fires on Thursday was observed to be settling into the river drainages, especially the lower portion of the White River drainage.

Todays fire activity is expected to be slow backing on the lower slopes with pockets of higher intensity. Upper slopes and ridge tops will be more active. The Irving Peak Fire could continue a slow flanking movement to the east and west. Smoke The smoke that accumulated in the valleys yesterday near the fires has moved downriver with the typical down valley winds that occur at night. This smoke will impact the communities in the Wenatchee River Valley, mainly in early morning. West winds in the afternoon will move smoke toward the Columbia River. The west end of Lake Wenatchee can expect UNHEALTHY level smoke in the morning. The east end of the lake and Plain can expect USG levels in the morning then MODERATE. Leavenworth, Cashmere and Wenatchee will be MODERATE.

Smoke from other fires in the North Cascades will add to what is in the Columbia River valley and impact Wenatchee.

For the Holiday weekend persistent MODERATE conditions can be expected overall. There could be increasing smoke if critical fire weather conditions during the day Friday causes increased fire growth and smoke.

 Actualización de los incendios White River e Irving Peak 1 de septiembre de 2022 - 9:00 AM

White River and Irving Peak Fire Update September 1, 2022 9:00 AM

Plain, WA – Lightning started the White River and Irving Peak Fires on August 11. The fires are burning on the Okanagan-Wenatchee National Forest, northwest of Plain, WA.

Operations – The White River and Irving Peak fires are being fought using a full suppression tactic. Firefighters are using indirect attack methods and aircraft to check fire spread due to the very steep and inaccessible terrain which makes direct attack difficult.

White River Fire Acres: 1,165; 1% contained
Location: Sears Creek area of the White River drainage, approximately 14 miles NW of Plain, WA.

Yesterday, the White River Fire remained active along the southern edge. Helicopters delivered water drops to reduce fire spread to the south and southeast. There was a visible column of smoke in the southwest corner and wind from the west sheared the column off, pushing smoke into the White River Canyon. Fuel moisture remains high along the fire’s eastern edge, impeding growth toward White River Road. The southeast corner of the fire continues to be busy with crews and equipment doing road and structure preparations.

Irving Peak Fire Acres: 2,239; 2% contained
Location: Approximately 16 miles NW of Plain, WA

Yesterday afternoon the Irving Peak Fire received gusts on the ridges between 25-30 mph. The winds pushed the fire 1.5 miles west along the Wenatchee Ridge towards Poe Mountain. Fire remains on the upper quarter of the slope and is not currently moving down the slope. Firefighters conducted burnout operations, removing unburned fuels, along the southwest portion of the fire to bring the fire's edge to established hand lines. A column of smoke was visible due to consumption of pockets of fuels on the northeast corner. Fire behavior on the lower half of slopes remained low intensity primarily burning surface fuels.

Today, crews will continue to work along the southern edge of the fire as it slowly moves down slope toward the FS 6504 and existing handline along the 200 spur road. Weather and fire behavior- Today will be another warm, dry day. Wind gusts of 20 mph are possible along ridge lines and flanking (lateral movement of the fire) is expected, especially along the upper 1/3 rd of slopes and smaller spot areas near the edges of the fire will consolidate together.

Smoke will impact the Lake Wenatchee and White River areas today, especially as interior fuel pockets burn. Air quality and smoke outlook- The current smoke outlook, along with information about air quality health recommendations during smoky conditions, is available at: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/84d849be

Closures- The Forest Service has issued an emergency closure for the Little Wenatchee Road (Forest Service Road [FSR] 65) to include the section between the National Forest boundary and the junction of FSR 65 and FSR 6700. This closure is in place for firefighter and public safety due to Irving Peak Fire traffic on the roadway. For additional information about current closures, please visit the Okanogan?Wenatchee National Forest - Home (usda.gov) .

Restrictions- Campfires are not allowed anywhere within the Okanogan?Wenatchee National Forest. Stage 2 Restrictions are now in effect for the entire forest, including campgrounds and wilderness areas: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/okawen/alerts-notices/?cid=fsbdev3_053600

Evacuations- Current Chelan County evacuation levels include a Level 2 evacuation (Be Prepared) for Sears Creek Road and Level 1 (Stay Alert) for White River Road and Little Wenatchee Road. https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emergency-management/pages/active?emergencies Recreation impacts-

In addition to the Forest closure and fire restrictions, fire officials recommend avoiding recreating in the Little Wenatchee and White River Road (FS Roads 6500 and 6400) areas.

Smoke is visible from the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). The PCT remains open and is not directly impacted by the fires. However, the Little Wenatchee Ford and White River Trailheads are closed and cannot be used to access the PCT. The Buck Creek-Spider Meadow Loop is open and accessible, but smoke and nearby fire activity may impact the area.

Safety message- Are you pulling a trailer or boat this holiday weekend? With the low humidity and high temperatures, a small spark from a dragging safety chain can quickly create a large fire. Please be responsible and take a moment to check your tow chains.

Resources- Total personnel assigned: 374 including 2-Type 1 (Hotshot) hand crews; 2-Type 2 IA (Initial Attack) hand crews; 2-heavy lift helicopters; 1- medium lift helicopter; 2-light lift helicopters; 13 engines; 1 dozer; 2 masticators; 6 water tenders; and 145 overhead personnel.

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Fires

The White River and Irving Peak Fires are burning near each other in the White River and Little Wenatchee drainages upstream from Lake Wenatchee. They have burned a total of 2,665 acres and are 1% contained. Firefighters are patrolling where roads have been improved to hold the fires and monitoring them as they approach. Today the fires areexpected to continue slowly backing downhill with isolated flareups in heavy fuel. The Irving Peak Fire should also continue a slow flanking movement to the east along the slope near the top of the ridge. The Irving Peak Fire could be more active than the White River Fire due to more exposure to the sun and wind.
Smoke
The fires yesterday produced more smoke than in recent days. It accumulated in the drainages near the fires and at Lake Wenatchee overnight. The smoke will be held in place until a strong morning inversion lifts. Up valley winds will then move smoke away from the lake with some staying trapped near the surface. The west end of Lake Wenatchee can expect UNHEALTHY level smoke in the morning. The east end will have MODERATE levels until mid to late afternoon. GOOD conditions should prevail from Leavenworth to Wenatchee.

Source: https://www.wildlandfiresmoke.net/
 

Contact: Fire Information at (509) 202-4184 from 8AM-8PM;  email: 2022.whiteriver@firenet.gov

White River and Irving Peak Fires Update August 30, 2022 - 9:00 AM

Plain, WA – Lightning started the White River and Irving Peak Fires on August 11. They are burning on the Okanagan-Wenatchee National Forest, northwest of Plain, WA.

Special announcement- Northwest Incident Management Team 8, Incident Commander Kevin Stock, assumed management of the fires last night.

Operations-

White River Fire
Acres: 1,058, 1% contained.
Location: Sears Creek area of the White River drainage, approximately 14 miles NW of Plain, WA.

Helicopters checked fire behavior in the southeast corner of the fire, using buckets of water to reduce heat and fire spread. Today, crews will monitor fire progression near Sears Creek. They will patrol the small Grasshopper Meadows Fire and check and monitor hose and sprinkler lays along White River Road.

Irving Peak Fire
Acres: 1,725; 1% contained.
Location: Approximately 16 miles NW of Plain, WA.

The south and east edges of the fire grew yesterday. Firefighters will continue to burn out unburned fuels between the fire’s edge and the containment line on the 6504 Road. Crews will complete chipping in the area. Firefighters are clearing roads with heavy equipment as needed to improve containment lines on the #200 and #311 roads.

Weather and fire behavior- Weather is becoming warmer and drier this week with potential for moderate to more active fire behavior. The fires may spread as fuels dry out, especially where winds align with slopes. Firefighters are assessing operations to ensure readiness for the weather change.

Smoke continues to linger in valleys. Expect temperatures into the 90s today. Light winds, moderate inversions, and poor relative humidity recovery at night will maintain moderate to active fire behavior through the week. The current smoke outlook, along with information about air quality health recommendations during smoky conditions, is available at: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/84d849be

Closures- The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has issued a closure order for the White River Fire and Irving Peak Fire area: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf

Restrictions- Campfires are not allowed anywhere within the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Stage 2 Restrictions are now in effect for the entire forest, including campgrounds and wilderness areas: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/okawen/alerts-notices/?cid=fsbdev3_053600

Evacuations- Current Chelan County evacuation levels include a Level 2 evacuation (Be Prepared) for Sears Creek Road and Level 1 (Stay Alert) for White River Road and Little Wenatchee Road. https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emergency-management/pages/active-emergencies

Recreation impacts- In addition to the forest closure and fire restrictions, fire officials recommend avoiding recreating in the Little Wenatchee and White River Road (FS Roads 6500 and 6400) areas. Smoke is visible from the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). The PCT remains open and is not directly impacted by the fires. However, the Little Wenatchee Ford and White River Trailheads are closed and cannot be used to access the PCT. The Buck Creek-Spider Meadow Loop is open and accessible but smoke and nearby fire activity may impact the area. Use the links below for updated fire and air quality information.

Safety message- Warming and drying weather can lead to fire growth and the potential for new starts. There is still at least another month of fire season ahead. Please use caution with anything that could cause a spark and continue to be safe and aware of your surroundings.

Resources- Total personnel assigned: 360, including 2-Type 1 (Hotshot) hand crews; 2-Type 2 IA (Initial Attack) hand crews; 1-Type 2 hand crew; 2-heavy lift helicopters; 1-medium lift helicopter; 2-light lift helicopters; 13 engines; 1 dozer; 1 masticator; 6 water tenders; and 137 overhead personnel.

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Aspectos destacados: Los incendios de White River e Irving Peak comenzaron mediante rayos el 11 de agosto. Arden en el Bosque Nacional Okanagan-Wenatchee, a unas15 millas al noroeste de Plain, WA.

Hoy concluye el trabajo de 14 días del equipo 7 del Noroeste en los incendios de White River e Irving Peak. El equipo 8 del Noroeste, con el Comandante de Incidentes Kevin Stock, asumirá el mando de los incendios a las 8:00 p.m. el 29 de agosto.

Operaciones: Los bomberos han terminado la preparación de las carreteras alrededor del incendio White River y a lo largo de Little Wenatchee Road. Siguen patrullando a lo largo de White River Road y Sears Creek Road. Las trituradoras ahora trabajan a lo largo de los sistemas de carreteras 200 y 311.
Ayer, el incendio de Irving Peak llegó hasta Forest Road 6504, lo que creo un punto de anclaje para los bomberos. Un punto de anclaje es una barrera que detiene la propagación del fuego y así los bomberos pueden comenzar a extinguir por el borde del incendio a lo largo de Forest Road 6504.

Evacuaciones: Los niveles actuales de evacuación del condado de Chelan incluyen una evacuación de Nivel 2 (Prepárese) para Sears Creek Road, Nivel 1 (Manténgase alerta) para White River Road y Little Wenatchee Road. https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emer.../pages/active-emergencies

Para obtener un mapa de evacuación interactivo del condado de Chelan, visite https://tinyurl.com/whiteriverevacuationmap.

Para inscribirse en el sistema de alerta de emergencia del condado de Chelan, visite https://public.alertsense.com/signup/?regionid=1184.

Clima y comportamiento del fuego: Hoy continúan las condiciones cálidas y secas, y los combustibles especialmente en áreas de terrenos más altos se están secando. El humo pudiera persistir en algunas áreas debido a las inversiones matutinas y los vientos más débiles. Las áreas con humo pudieran ser más frescas de lo previsto. Se puede esperar una propagación moderada del fuego donde el viento y las laderas se alinean.

Cierres: El Bosque Nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee ha emitido una orden de cierre para el área del incendio White River: https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf

Restricciones: No se permiten fogatas en ningún lugar dentro del Bosque Nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee. Ahora están en efecto las restricciones de Etapa 2 para todo el bosque, incluidos los campamentos y las áreas silvestres: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/okawen/alerts-notices/...

Restricciones: No se permiten fogatas en ningún lugar dentro del Okanogan-Bosque Nacional Wenatchee. Las Restricciones de la Etapa 2 ahora están en vigor para el todo el bosque, incluidos los campamentos y las áreas silvestres: Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest - Alerts & Notices (usda.gov).

Pacific Crest Trail: El humo es visible desde Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). Tiempo actualmente no hay impacto en el PCT, los excursionistas deben saber que Little Wenatchee Ford y White River Trailheads están cerrados y no se pueden usar para acceder el PCT.

Impactos recreativos: Aparte del cierre del bosque y las restricciones contra incendios, los oficiales de los incendios recomiendan evitar recrearse en las áreas de Little Wenatchee y White River Road (FS Roads 6500 y 6400). Se puede ver el humo desde el Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) y este permanece abierto y no se ve directamente afectado por los incendios. Sin embargo, los puntos de partida de Little Wenatchee Ford y White River están cerrados y no se pueden utilizar para acceder al PCT. El Buck Creek-Spider Meadow Loop está abierto y accesible, pero el humo y la actividad de fuego cercanospueden afectar el área. Use los enlaces a continuación para obtener información actualizada sobre incendios y la calidad del aire.

Mensaje de seguridad: : En los últimos cuantos días se han visto temperaturas más frías y secciones de humedad en la región. Sin embargo, está regresando el clima típico de la temporada de incendios a la región. Estas condiciones pudieran conducir al crecimiento del fuego y que posiblemente se inicien fuegos nuevos. Es importante mantenerse alerta. Todavía queda al menos otro mes de temporada de incendios. Por favor, tenga cuidado.

En línea: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/ | https://www.facebook.com/WhiteRiverFireInfo y https://www.facebook.com/nwteam7

Humo: El pronóstico actual del humo, junto con la información sobre las recomendaciones de salud por la calidad del aire durante períodos de humo, está disponible en: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/84d849be.

Estará disponible una traducción al español en: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/