Activity on the Four Corners Fire increased this afternoon, pushing the fire primarily to the east, toward Lake Cascade.  The fire has crossed the ridge at the head of Silver Creek and the 435 Road.  Water scooping aircraft dropped water on the flames to support firefighting resources working on the ground.  More accurate mapping will occur this evening and an updated acreage will be available in the morning.

At this time, the Valley County Sheriff has issued evacuation orders (Go) for area residents of God’s Acres and French Creek.  The Sheriff’s Office is closing the area and making notifications through Code Red.  Please evacuate immediately if you are asked to in the direction you are asked to leave.  All residents at French Creek and south are advised to leave via the south.  And those north of French Creek should leave to the north.  Additional firefighting resources are responding to the area and will also be on the roadways.

A pre-evacuation alert (Set) was given to residents in the Campbell Creek area.  These residents should be ready to leave immediately if asked.  Homeowners should be prepared to leave as quickly as possible should the fire continue to grow and necessitate additional evacuations.

Packing tips and other information can be found at https://www.wildlandfirersg.org/.  Packing should include the six Ps:

• People and pets

• Papers, phone numbers, and important documents

• Prescriptions, vitamins, and eyeglasses

• Pictures and irreplaceable memorabilia

• Personal computer hard drive and disks

• “Plastic” (credit cards, ATM cards) and cash

  Please be aware that water scooping aircraft continue to use the southernmost section of Lake Cascade to scoop water for dropping on the fire.  Boaters should be cautious on the water and aware that the aircraft may use other areas of the lake as needed.  Additionally, the aircraft have drawn attention from viewers parking along Lakeshore Drive.  Use caution when traveling through the area. 

  Closure:  For the safety of firefighters and the public, the Payette and Boise National Forests enacted an area closure order today.  The complete closure order – including a full description of the trails, roads, and areas closed and an accompanying map – is available at https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/closures/8331/.

 Updated from Valley County Sheriff's Facebook Page- 8:44 PM

Due to the Four Corners fire breaching the ridge and moving towards homes we are initiating the evacuation stages of READY, SET, GO. The following areas are set as:“GO " Campbell Creek north to Black Bear Rd. Meaning it is under heavy advisement to leave the area immediately. "Set stage” from Campbell Creek south to Raspberry Rd.This area is under advisement to be set to leave at any moment.
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Valley County Sheriff  (208) 382-7150  

For those evacuating the area of West Mountain. There are camping areas and space available at Kelly’s White Water Park. For those needing areas for livestock or any other animals there is space at the Valley County Fairgrounds.

West Mountain Rd is closed from Raspberry Rd to Black Bear Dr. The only traffic allowed is for residence leaving. Residence from French Creek south need to evacuate south on West Mountain Rd. Residence from French Creek north need to evacuate on West Mountain Rd north.

Due to the Four Corners fire breaching the ridge and moving towards homes Valley County is initiating the evacuation stages of READY, SET, GO.

The following areas are set as:

“GO " Campbell Creek north to Black Bear Rd. Meaning it is under heavy advisement to leave the area immediately.

"Set stage” from Campbell Creek south to Raspberry Rd.
This area is under advisement to be set to leave at any moment.

We will be sending out emergency notifications through CodeRED. If you have not signed up please do to stay informed.
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Valley County Sheriff  (208) 382-7150 

Order Number: # 01-10-04-22-06

U.S. Department of Agriculture, U.S. Forest Service Flathead National Forest

Spotted Bear Ranger District

Area Closure

PROHIBITIONS

Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50 (a) the following is prohibited on the National Forest System (NFS) lands, roads, and trails on the Spotted Bear Ranger District, Flathead National Forest. It is prohibited to go into the area or be upon any road or trail closed for the protection of: Public health or safety. 36 C.F.R. § 261.53(e).

EXEMPTIONS

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

1. Persons with Forest Service Permit No. FS-7700-48 (Permit for Use of Roads, Trails, or Areas Restricted by Regulation or Order), specifically exempting them from this Order or a written determination by a Forest Service authorized officer that a permit is not required under 36 C.R. § 251.50(e)(1) or (2).

2. Any Federal, State, or Local Officer, or member of an organized rescue or firefighting resource in the performance of an official duty.

DESCRIBED AREA and TRAILS

Area: Beginning at the junction of NFS Trail # 83 and the Great Bear Wilderness boundary in Township 25 North, Range 13 West, Section 23, following said wilderness boundary northerly and then northwesterly to the intersection of the hydrologic divide between Dean Creek and the Schafer Creek drainage, then northerly along said divide to the intersection of Elk Ridge (the hydrologic divide between Dean Creek and the Dolly Varden Creek drainage) then southeasterly along said ridge to the intersection with the Great Bear Wilderness boundary, then southwesterly along said boundary to the intersection with NFS Trail# 83, then westerly along the north side of said trail to the intersection of the Great Bear Wilderness boundary, the point of beginning.

Trails: Those portions of NFS Trails# 87, 109, 333, and 359 within this boundary are closed. NFS Trail# 83 is open adjacent to the closure, with no camping allowed in the closed area.

PURPOSE

The purpose of this Order is to provide for public and firefighter safety due to fire activities on the Dean Creek Fire.

IMPLEMENTATION

1. This Order shall be in effect from August 19, 2022, at 0700 through December 31,

2022, at 1700, unless rescinded.

2. A map identifying the Described Area and Trails is attached and made part of this Order as Exhibit A For a digital version of this Order and Exhibit A, go to https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/flathead/alerts-notices .

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. Contact the Spotted Bear Ranger District (406) 758-5376 or the Flathead National Forest Supervisor's Office in Kalispell, MT, at (406) 758-5208 for more information about this Order.

6. This Order supersedes any previous Orders prohibiting the same or similar acts in or on the same Described Area.

Signed and issued on 08/18/2022

Kurtis E. Steele Forest Supervisor

Flathead National Forest

Aspectos destacados: Un rayo causó los incendios de White River y Irving Peak el 11 de agosto y están ardiendo en el Bosque Nacional OkanoganWenatchee, a unas 15 millas al noroeste de Plain, WA.
 
Estrategia de extinción: Se están extinguiendo ambos incendios con una combinación de estrategias y tácticas que dan la mayor probabilidad de éxito al mismo tiempo que reducen los riesgos para los bomberos. No hay modo de que los bomberos trabajen de manera segura y efectiva en el borde del incendio debido al terreno extremadamente empinado e inaccesible. Por eso es que los bomberos están construyendo un cortafuego indirecto utilizando las carreteras existentes que controlará de manera mas efectiva el fuego si este se propaga por las
condiciones.
 
Operaciones: Los bomberos han evaluado más de 430 estructuras cerca de Lake Wenatchee y siguen preparándolas. Han puesto en marcha los objetivos del incidente, creando cortafuegos indirectos a lo largo de White River Road, Sears Creek Road y Little Wenatchee Road. Los operadores de las astilladoras anticipan que habrá unos días más de trabajo de remover la maleza a lo largo de Forest Road 6404.

Evacuaciones: la oficina del alguacil del condado de Chelan ha emitido un Nivel 3 evacuación (ir ahora) para Sears Creek Road, White River Road está en un nivel 2 (Esté preparado), y Little Wenatchee Road está en el Nivel 1 (Manténgase alerta). El personal de emergencia está en proceso de asesorar a los residentes en el área. Los residentes de cinco casas fueron evacuados del área de Sears Creek.

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.

Comportamiento del fuego: El día de hoy, la actividad del fuego debe ser de baja a moderada. Las nubes persistentes y el humo moderarán la actividad del fuego. Debido a las condiciones cálidas y secas en las elevaciones altas, el incendio de Irving Peak se ha desplazado a la cuenca de Panther Creek a lo largo de los collados de Wenatchee Ridge.

Clima: Ayer, varias tormentas eléctricas ocasionaron precipitaciones dispersas en el área y la cantidad más grande cayó a lo largo del extremo este del incendio White Rivera. Los bomberos están vigilando los lugares donde cayeron algunos rayos en busca de posibles nuevos incendios. Hoy, se pueden esperar condiciones cálidas y secas con un viento ligero. Una mañana húmeda y fresca dará paso a condiciones cálidas y secas por la tarde.

COVID-19: El jueves 18 de agosto, el condado de Chelan hizo el cambio a HIGH (ALTO) para el nivel comunitario de COVID-19. El personal de bomberos está implementando precauciones para reducir el riesgo de transmisión en el campamento de bomberos y en el campo. Para obtener orientación e información actuales sobre COVID-19, visite: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/

Cierres: El Bosque Nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee ha emitido un cierre orden para el área de White River Fire. Por favor vea la orden de cierre aquí: https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf. Se recomienda que el público evite recrear en Little Wenatchee y White River Road (FS Roads 6500 y 6400) áreas El Pacific Crest Trail no se ve afectado por este incendio.

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

Mensaje de seguridad: El equipo y las cuadrillas de bomberos están ocupados dentro y alrededor del área de incendios. Los helicópteros y los aviones de recolección de agua están trabajando periódicamente en Lake Wenatchee. Esté preparado para salirse de áreas del lago y permanecer cerca de la orilla cuando los aviones recolectores están realizando operaciones. Por favor, evite cualquier área donde están trabajando personas y equipo. Tenga cuidado y continúe haciendo todo lo posible por prevenir incendios forestales.

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

Highlights: The White River and Irving Peak Fires were started by lightning on August 11 and are burning on the Okanagan-Wenatchee National Forest, approximately 15 miles northwest of Plain, WA.

Suppression Strategy: Both fires are being suppressed with a combination of strategies and tactics that provide the highest likelihood of success while mitigating risks to fire fighters. There is no opportunity for firefighters to work safely and effectively at the fire’s edge in this extremely steep and inaccessible terrain. Instead, firefighters are constructing indirect fire line using existing roads that will more effectively contain the fire if conditions encourage its spread.

Operations: Firefighters have assessed over 430 structures near Lake Wenatchee, and continue structure preparation. Crews are putting incident objectives into action, creating indirect fire lines along the White River Road, Sears Creek Road, and Little Wenatchee Road. Chipper operators anticipate a few more days of work clearing brush along Forest Road 6404.

Evacuations: Chelan County Sheriff's office has issued a Level 3evacuation (Go Now) for Sears Creek Road, White River Road is at a Level 2 (Be Prepared), and Little Wenatchee Road is at a Level 1 (Stay Alert). Emergency personnel are in the process of advising residents in the area. Residents of five homes were evacuated from the Sears Creek Area.

For an interactive evacuation map of Chelan County, please visit:
https://tinyurl.com/whiteriverevacuationmap.

To sign up for the Chelan County emergency alert system, please visithttps://public.alertsense.com/signup/?regionid=1184.

Weather: Yesterday a round of thunderstorms brought scattered precipitation in the area with the greatest amount along the eastern side of the White River Fire. Firefighters are monitoring the sites of a few lightning strikes for potential new fires. Today, expect warm and dry conditions with a light wind. A humid and cool morning will give way to warm and dry conditions into the afternoon.

Fire Behavior: Fire activity should be low to moderate today. Persistent clouds and smoke will moderate fire activity. With warm and dry conditions at high elevations, the Irving Peak Fire has spread into the Panther Creek watershed along the saddles of Wenatchee Ridge.

Closures: The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has issued a closure order for the White River Fire area:https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf
Additionally, it is recommended to avoid recreating in the Little Wenatchee and White River Road (FS Roads 6500 and 6400) areas.

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/...

Pacific Crest Trail: Smoke is visible from the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). While there is currently no impact to the PCT, hikers should be aware that Little Wenatchee Ford and White River Trailheads are closed and cannot be used to access the PCT.

Safety Message: Firefighter crews and equipment are busy in and around the fire area. Helicopters and water-scooping aircraft are periodically active on Lake Wenatchee. Be prepared to clear areas of the lake and stay close to shore when scooper aircraft are operating. Please avoid all areas where people and equipment are working. Be cautious and continue to do all you can to prevent wildfires.

Smoke: The current smoke forecast outlook, along with information about air quality health recommendations during smoky conditions, is available at:https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/84d849be

Follow Us Online: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/ andwww.facebook.com/WhiteRiverFireInfo and www.facebook.com/nwteam7A

Spanish translation available will be available at:https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/news/8329/

Aspectos destacados: Un rayo causó los incendios de White River y Irving Peak el 11 de agosto y están ardiendo en el Bosque Nacional OkanaganWenatchee, a unas 15 millas al noroeste de Plain, WA. Después de un par de días en que las nubes impidieron un vuelo infrarrojo, ayer un vuelo de este tipo proporcionó al personal de bomberos una estimación más precisa de los
acres que se han quemado.

Operaciones: Las cuadrillas siguen avanzando al preparar carreteras y astillando a lo largo de White River y Road Forest Road 6404. Piensan terminar ese trabajo hoy. Los aserradores están progresando por Forest Road 6500 talando arboles viejos peligrosos y los equipos de astillado hacen su trabajo después. Los bomberos completaron la instalación de rociadores alrededor de los edificios y probarán esos sistemas hoy. Un equipo nocturno está monitoreando el incendio y explorando posibles ubicaciones de cortafuegos cerca de Forest Road 6404.

Evacuaciones: la oficina del alguacil del condado de Chelan ha emitido un Nivel 3 evacuación (ir ahora) para Sears Creek Road, White River Road está en un nivel 2 (Esté preparado), y Little Wenatchee Road está en el Nivel 1 (Manténgase alerta). El personal de emergencia está en proceso de asesorar a los residentes en el área. Los residentes de cinco casas fueron evacuados del área de Sears Creek.

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.

Comportamiento del fuego: Las nubes persistentes y el humo controlarán la actividad del fuego. Y como los combustibles están secos, las condiciones cálidas y secas pudieran causar una propagación adicional en las laderas más arriba del incendio Irving Peak, ya que el fuego ha comenzado a desplazarse tras la cresta hacia el área silvestre.

Clima: Las posibles tormentas de ayer se desplazaron al sur del condado de Chelan, lo que permitió a los bomberos centrarse en los incendios de White River y Irving Peak, en vez de complicar más la situación por posibles incendios nuevos causados por rayos. El clima de hoy debería ser un poco más fresco con buena humedad relativa y vientos ligeros. Sin embargo, el humo persistirá hoy, especialmente en los drenajes de los arroyos y las elevaciones más bajas.COVID-19: El jueves 18 de agosto, el condado de Chelan hizo el cambio a HIGH (ALTO) para el nivel comunitario de COVID-19. El personal de bomberos está implementando precauciones para reducir el riesgo de transmisión en el campamento de bomberos y en el campo. Para obtener orientación e información actuales sobre COVID-19, visite:https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/

Cierres: El Bosque Nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee ha emitido un cierre orden para el área de White River Fire. Por favor vea la orden de cierre aquí: https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf. Se recomienda que el público evite recrear en Little Wenatchee y White River Road (FS Roads 6500 y 6400) áreas El
Pacific Crest Trail no se ve afectado por este incendio.

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

Mensaje de seguridad: El equipo y las cuadrillas de bomberos están ocupados dentro y alrededor del área de incendios. Los helicópteros y los aviones de recolección de agua están trabajando periódicamente en Lake Wenatchee. Esté preparado para salirse de áreas del lago y permanecer cerca de la orilla cuando los aviones recolectores están realizando operaciones. Por favor, evite cualquier área donde están trabajando personas y equipo. Tenga cuidado y continúe haciendo todo lo posible por prevenir incendios forestales. 

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

Humo: las previsiones actuales de pronóstico de humo están disponibles en Washington Smoke Información: https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/

Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/

Highlights: The White River and Irving Peak Fires were started by lightning on August 11 and are burning on the Okanagan-Wenatchee National Forest, approximately 15 miles northwest of Plain, WA. After clouds prevented an infrared flight for a couple days, an infrared flight yesterday provided fire personnel with a more accurate estimate of acres burned.

Operations: Crews continue to make good progress on prepping roads and chipping along White River and Road Forest Road 6404. They anticipate completing that work today. Sawyers are progressing up Forest Road 6500 felling dangerous snags while chipping crews follow behind them. Firefighters completed installation of sprinklers around buildings and will be testing those sprinkler systems today. A night crew is monitoring the fire and scouting possible fire line locations near Forest Road 6404.

Evacuations: Chelan County Sheriff's office has issued a Level 3 evacuation (Go Now) for Sears Creek Road, White River Road is at a Level 2 (Be Prepared), and Little Wenatchee Road is at a Level 1 (Stay Alert). Emergency personnel are in the process of advising residents in the area. Residents of five homes were evacuated from the Sears Creek Area.

For an interactive evacuation map of Chelan County, please visit
https://tinyurl.com/whiteriverevacuationmap.

To sign up for the Chelan County emergency alert system, please visit
https://public.alertsense.com/signup/?regionid=1184.

Weather: The possible storms yesterday swung south of Chelan County, allowing firefighters to focus on the White River and Irving Peak fires, rather than adding additional complexity from potential new lightning starts. Today’s weather should be a little cooler with good relative humidity and light winds. However, smoke will linger today, especially in creek drainages and lower elevations.

Fire Behavior: Persistent clouds and smoke will moderate fire activity. As fuels are dry, warm and dry conditions may cause additional fire spread on the upper slopes on the Irving Peak Fire, as the fire has begun to crest the western ridge into the wilderness.

COVID-19: On Thursday, August 18 Chelan County moved into HIGH for COVID-19 Community Level. Fire personnel are implementing precautions to reduce the risk of transmission at fire camp and out in the field. For current COVID-19 guidance and information visit: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/

Closures: The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has issued a closure order for the White River Fire area: https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf Additionally, it is recommended to avoid recreating in the Little Wenatchee and White River Road (FS Roads 6500 and 6400) areas.
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/... 

Pacific Crest Trail: Smoke is visible from the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). While there is currently no impact to the PCT, hikers should be aware that Little Wenatchee Ford and White River Trailheads are closed and cannot be used to access the PCT.

Safety Message: Firefighter crews and equipment are busy in and around the fire area. Helicopters and water-scooping aircraft are periodically active on Lake Wenatchee. Be prepared to clear areas of the lake and stay close to shore when scooper aircraft are operating. Please avoid all areas where people and equipment are working. Be cautious and continue to do all you can to prevent wildfires.

Smoke: The current smoke forecast outlook, along with information about air quality health recommendations during smoky conditions, is available at: Washington Smoke Information https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/

Follow Us Online: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/ and
www.facebook.com/WhiteRiverFireInfo
https://www.facebook.com/nwteam7/
 
A Spanish translation available will be available at:
https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/news/8329/

Highlights: The White River and Irving Peak Fires were started by lightning on August 11 and are burning on the Okanagan-Wenatchee National Forest, approximately 15 miles northwest of Plain, WA. These fires have burned approximately 1,000 acres, with 1% containment.

Operations: Fire growth slowed yesterday as it remained cloudy and muggy for most of the day. Smoke and haze also impacted aviation operations, but aircraft were able to drop water on the Irving Peak Fire and will continue air operations today to support on-the-ground firefighters. Additional crews and woodchippers have arrived and will work on brushing and chipping along the Little Wenatchee Road. Near the White River Road. and Tall Timbers area, crews will complete installation of sprinklers around identified buildings and continue with structure evaluation and preparation. Crews are also felling snags along Forest Road 6500 that present a risk to firefighters working in the area.

Evacuations: Chelan County Sheriff's office has issued a Level 3 evacuation (Go Now) for Sears Creek Road, White River Road is at a Level 2 (Be Prepared), and Little Wenatchee Road is at a Level 1 (Stay Alert). Emergency personnel are in the process of advising residents in the area. Residents of five homes were evacuated from the Sears Creek Area.

For an interactive evacuation map of Chelan County, please visithttps://tinyurl.com/whiteriverevacuationmap. To sign up for the Chelan County emergency alert system, please visithttps://public.alertsense.com/signup/?regionid=1184.

Fire Behavior: Following a day with little wind and higher humidity levels, firefighters are expecting smoldering and creeping fire behavior, with isolated flare-ups as the skies clear and the sun heats slopes. Sustained backing fire, with active lateral spread is expected to increase in the afternoon.

Weather: Clouds should linger for most of the day. Due to a low-pressure system over the ocean moving inland, there is around a 20% chance of late afternoon storms with slight chance of isolated thunderstorms, gusty winds, and isolated heavy rain.

Closures: The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has issued a closure order for the White River Fire area. Please see the closure order here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf. It is recommended that the public avoid recreating in the Little Wenatchee and White River Road (FS Roads 6500 and 6400) areas. The Pacific Crest Trail is not affected by this fire.

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/...

Pacific Crest Trail: Smoke is visible from the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). While there is currently no impact to the PCT, hikers should be aware that Little Wenatchee Ford and White River Trailheads are closed and cannot be used to access the PCT.

Safety Message: Fire fighter crews and equipment are busy in the fire area. Helicopters and water-scooping aircraft are very active on Lake Wenatchee. Please be prepared to clear areas of the lake where scooper aircraft are operating. Please avoid all areas where people and equipment are working. Be cautious and continue to do all you can to prevent wildfires.

Online: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/ |https://www.facebook.com/WhiteRiverFireInfohttps://www.facebook.com/nwteam7
 
Smoke: Current smoke forecast outlooks are available at Washington Smoke Information https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/
 
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/832

Aspectos destacados: Los incendios de White River e Irving Peak fueron iniciados por un rayo el 11 de agosto y están ardiendo en el Bosque Nacional Okanagan-Wenatchee, aproximadamente 15 millas al noroeste de Plain, WA.

Estrategia de supresión: Ambos incendios están siendo suprimidos con una combinación de estrategias y tácticas que proporcionan la mayor probabilidad de éxito mientras mitigar los riesgos para los bomberos. Los valores en riesgo incluyen la seguridad humana, la privacidad propiedad, recursos recreativos y hábitat crítico para especies amenazadas y especie en peligro. Los terrenos extremadamente empinados e inaccesibles requieren que los bomberos construyen una línea de fuego indirecta utilizando caminos existentes, en algunos casos un distancia considerable del borde ardiente del fuego. No hay oportunidad para bomberos para trabajar con seguridad y eficacia directamente en el borde del fuego en este terreno y combustible.

Reunión comunitaria de información sobre incendios: una reunión pública para proporcionar La información sobre los incendios se realizará hoy, 18 de agosto, a las 19:00 horas, en el Iglesia Comunitaria Plain, 12565 Chapel Drive, Leavenworth, WA. La reunión también estará disponible en vivo en línea en: https://fb.me/e/2cpPULApB

Operaciones: Ambos incendios han quemado aproximadamente 943 acres combinados. Ayer se observó un crecimiento moderado del fuego, pero no se actualizó el acre. se obtuvo la medición durante las últimas 24 horas. El crecimiento fue principalmente cuesta arriba, mientras que los aviones que arrojaban agua ayudaron a moderar la propagación cuesta abajo hacia valores en riesgo. No se espera que las aeronaves extingan el fuego, sino que ayuden al fuego. combatientes para mantener el comportamiento del fuego bajo control hasta que las barreras contra incendios a largo plazo puedan ser establecido alrededor del perímetro de los incendios. Ayer trabajaron los bomberos a lo largo de Little Wenatchee Road, White River Road y Sears Creek Road, asegurando estructuras amenazadas y preparando caminos para ser utilizados como contención líneas cuando sea necesario. Hoy, los bomberos continúan explorando y evaluando caminos para servir como líneas de contención cuando sea necesario, evaluando la amenaza a las estructuras y Planificación para la protección de estructuras.

Evacuaciones: la oficina del alguacil del condado de Chelan ha emitido un Nivel 3 evacuación (ir ahora) para Sears Creek Road, White River Road está en un nivel 2 (Esté preparado), y Little Wenatchee Road está en el Nivel 1 (Manténgase alerta). El personal de emergencia está en proceso de asesorar a los residentes en el área. Los residentes de cinco casas fueron evacuados del área de Sears Creek. 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

Comportamiento del fuego: El fuego arde en un terreno empinado con mucha muerte y caída. combustibles Hay una extensión lateral, con un despliegue cuesta abajo en rampas para avalanchas. La mayor parte de la propagación ha sido hacia el sur, hacia la cresta de Wenatchee, a través de un solo árbol y soplete grupal con detección de corto alcance.

Clima: Hoy, nubosidad, temperaturas ligeramente más frescas y ligeramente más altas la humedad ayudará a moderar la propagación del fuego y el potencial de detección. hay un ligero Probabilidad de tormentas eléctricas aisladas con ráfagas de viento asociadas.

Cierres: El Bosque Nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee ha emitido un cierre orden para el área de White River Fire. Consulte la orden de cierre aquí: Cierre Ordenar. Se recomienda al público evitar recrearse en el Little Áreas de Wenatchee y White River Road (FS Roads 6500 y 6400). los Pacific Crest Trail no se ve afectado por este incendio.

Restricciones: actualmente no se permiten fogatas en ningún lugar dentro del Bosque Nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee. Las restricciones de la etapa 2 ya están en vigor para todo el bosque, incluidos los campamentos y las áreas silvestres.

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.

Mensaje de seguridad: Las cuadrillas y el equipo de bomberos están ocupados en el área del incendio. Los helicópteros y los aviones acuáticos son muy activos en el lago Wenatchee. Esté preparado para despejar las áreas del lago donde se encuentran los aviones scooper. operando. Evite todas las áreas donde haya personas y equipos trabajando. Ser cauteloso y continúe haciendo todo lo posible para prevenir incendios forestales.

En línea:

https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329

https://www.facebook.com/WhiteRiverFireInfo

https://www.facebook.com/nwteam7

Humo: las previsiones actuales de pronóstico de humo están disponibles en Washington Smoke Información
https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/
 

Highlights: The White River and Irving Peak Fires were started by lightning on August 11 and are burning on the Okanagan-Wenatchee National Forest, approximately 15 miles northwest of Plain, WA.

Suppression Strategy: Both fires are being suppressed with a combination of strategies and tactics that provide the highest likelihood of success while mitigating risks to firefighters. Values at risk include human safety, private property, recreational resources and critical habitat for threatened and endangered species. Extremely steep and inaccessible terrain require that firefighters construct indirect fire line using existing roads, in some cases a considerable distance from the fire’s burning edge. There is no opportunity for firefighters to work safely and effectively directly at the fire’s edge in this terrain and fuel.

Fire Information Community Meeting: A public meeting to provide information on the fires will be held Today, August 18, at 7:00 p.m., at the Plain Community Church, 12565 Chapel Drive, Leavenworth, WA. The meeting will also be available live online at: https://fb.me/e/2cpPULApB

Operations: Both fires have burned approximately 943 acres combined. Moderate fire growth was observed yesterday, but no updated acre measurement was obtained for the past 24 hours. Growth was primarily uphill, while water-dropping aircraft helped to moderate spread downhill toward values at risk. Aircraft are not expected to extinguish the fire, but to assist firefighters in keeping fire behavior in check until long term fire barriers can be established around the perimeter of the fires. Yesterday, firefighters worked along Little Wenatchee Road, White River Road, and Sears Creek Road, securing threatened structures, and preparing roads to be used as containment lines when needed. Today, firefighters continue to scout and assess roads to serve as containment lines when needed, assessing the threat to structures and planning for structure protection.

Evacuations: Chelan County Sheriff's office has issued a Level 3 evacuation (Go Now) for Sears Creek Road, White River Road is at a Level 2 (Be Prepared), and Little Wenatchee Road is at a Level 1 (Stay Alert). Emergency personnel are in the process of advising residents in the area. Residents of five homes were evacuated from the Sears Creek Area.

For an interactive evacuation map of Chelan County, please visithttps://tinyurl.com/whiteriverevacuationmap. To sign up for the Chelan County emergency alert system, please visit https://public.alertsense.com/signup/?regionid=1184.

Fire Behavior: Fire is burning on steep terrain with heavy dead and down fuels. There is flanking spread, with downhill rollout in avalanche chutes. The majority of spread has been south towards Wenatchee ridge through single tree and group torching with short range spotting.

Weather: Today, cloud cover, slightly cooler temperatures and slightly higher humidity will help moderate fire spread and spotting potential. There is a slight chance for isolated thunderstorms with associated gusty winds.

Closures: The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has issued a closure order for the White River Fire area. Please see the closure order here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/.../FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1054295.pdf. It is recommended that the public avoid recreating in the Little Wenatchee and White River Road (FS Roads 6500 and 6400) areas. The Pacific Crest Trail is not affected by this fire.

Restrictions: Campfires are not currently allowed anywhere within the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Stage 2 Restrictions are now in effect for the entire forest, including campgrounds and wilderness areas.

Pacific Crest Trail: Smoke is visible from the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). While there is currently no impact to the PCT, hikers should be aware that Little Wenatchee Ford and White River Trailheads are closed and cannot be used to access the PCT.

Safety Message: Firefighter crews and equipment are busy in the fire area. Helicopters and water-scooping aircraft are very active on Lake Wenatchee. Please be prepared to clear areas of the lake where scooper aircraft are operating. Please avoid all areas where people and equipment are working. Be cautious and continue to do all you can to prevent wildfires.

Online: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/ |https://www.facebook.com/WhiteRiverFireInfohttps://www.facebook.com/nwteam7

Smoke: Current smoke forecast outlooks are available at Washington Smoke Information https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8329/