Fire
 
The Windigo Fire remains at 1,053 acres with 25% containment. The Potter Fire remains at 279 acres with 0% containment. Cooler temperatures and higher RH will reduce fire behavior today. For additional information, see Potter Fire and Windigo Fire.
 
Smoke

As the amount of smoke being generated by the numerous fires within the Smoke Outlook area has decreased, due to great suppression efforts, the air quality impacts have also decreased. This trend is expected to continue. Smoke has settled into the Deschutes River valley in the Bend and Redmond areas this morning resulting in Moderate AQ. Moderately strong southerly winds aloft will transport smoke north northeast today which is expected to reinforce Moderate AQ conditions in Bend and Redmond this afternoon and especially tonight. Elsewhere, the typical diurnal wind shift to NW late in the afternoon and evening will spread smoke southeast resulting in a few hours of Moderate AQ from Crescent Lake to Diamond Lake. Smoke from distant fires in northern California is expected to drift overhead the next few days, but for the most part should not be a player in our air quality. 

Windigo-Potter-Big Swamp-Shelter Fires Update – August 09, 2022
Fire Information Phone: 206-473-8645 (8am - 7pm) | Email: 2022.Windigo@firenet.gov
Potter Fire (& Shelter) InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8291/
Windigo Fire (& Big Swamp) InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8292/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Windigo-Fire-and-Potter-Fire-Information-109233838550715
 
On Monday, lines held against higher temperatures and changing winds. Progress was made on all fires. The Windigo Fire is 25% contained. A Red Flag Warning for lightning and gusty winds remains in effect today through the evening, continuing to test fire lines. Light precipitation is possible across the fire area during the day from showers and thunderstorms.

Crews on the Windigo Fire were able to complete hose lines around the entire perimeter yesterday. Today, they will work to solidify the line and continue mop up around the perimeter, looking to extend the line further inward. Firefighters on the Potter Fire will continue mop up operations and strengthen primary, alternate, and contingency lines. If favorable weather conditions are present on Wednesday, fire personnel may begin firing operations to help strengthen control lines.

The Big Swamp Fire is at 114 acres following yesterday’s operations. On Monday, crews worked to secure line with aviation support while dozers improved lines. Today, firefighters will continue to strengthen lines and add hoses. There may be opportunities to go direct on the eastern portion using Forest Road 2153.

Resources on the fires include 801 total personnel comprised of 20 handcrews, 24 engines, 13 dozers and 12water tenders, nine Type 1 Helicopters, and one Type 3 Helicopter. Two fixed-wing scoopers are available out of Eugene.

High temperatures will reach 81 - 87 degrees. Winds will flow from the southwest and change direction, becoming northwest late in the afternoon with speeds between 5-10 mph and gusts of up to 25 mph on ridgetops. Fire spotting distances may be up to .25-.4 miles with an 75-85% chance of ignition on the dry fuels. Visit AirNow.gov for smoke information.
 
Windigo Fire
Acreage: Approx. 1,053 acres
Containment: 25%Location: 20 miles southwest of La Pine, OR
Cause: Lightning
Potter Fire
Acreage: Approx. 279 acres
Containment: 0%
Location: 8 miles northeast of Toketee Lake
Cause: Lightning
 
Closures: For firefighter and public safety follow the Windigo and Potter Closure Orders.
• Pacific Crest Trail – visit https://www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/closures/oregon/ for more information.
• Forest Service Road (FSR) 60 from the junction with FSR 6020 on the Deschutes National Forest to FSR 2612 on the Umpqua National Forest
• Forest Service Road (FSR) 2610 from Lemolo Dam to Calapooya Mountain

Special Statement RED FLAG WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT THIS EVENING FOR ABUNDANT LIGHTNING ON DRY FUELS.

Fire
The Windigo Fire remains at 1,053 acres with 25% containment. The Potter Fire grew 45 acres Monday and is now at 279 acres with 0% containment. Weather conditions are favorable for increased fire behavior today. For additional information, see Potter Fire and Windigo Fire.

Smoke
Smoke within the Outlook area will largely be terrain driven today with down valley winds early this morning, then up valley by late morning through mid-afternoon. By afternoon, southerly winds aloft will transport smoke northward. Therefore, areas south of fires will have Good AQ into midafternoon, while areas north of the fires will see periods of Moderate AQ. However, with a wind shift to the NW late afternoon and evening, smoke will spread southeast resulting in Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (USG) in Crescent Lake area with a few hours of Moderate AQ in Diamond Lake and possibly into Crater Lake. Once again, the wildcard in the Smoke Outlook will be how thunderstorm outflows interact with these aforementioned winds.

Red Flag Warning
Lightning and dry vegetation will likely result in new fire starts. Gusty thunderstorm winds could contribute to fire spread. Despite rainfall, initial attack resources could be overwhelmed and holdover fires are possible. 

Special Statement RED FLAG WARNING NOW IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TODAY TO 9 PM PDT TUESDAY FOR ABUNDANT LIGHTNING.

Fire
The Windigo Fire grew 1 acre Sunday and is at 1,053 acres with 25% containment. The Potter Fire grew 49 acres Sunday and is now at 234 acres with 0% containment. Weather conditions are favorable for increased fire behavior today, potentially escalating smoke production. For additional information, use the following links; Potter Fire and Windigo Fire.

Smoke
Smoke produced by the three main fires within the Outlook area will largely be terrain driven today with down valley winds early this morning, then up valley by late morning through mid-afternoon. By midday smoke will rise and be transported northward through the afternoon by southerly winds aloft. Therefore, areas south of fires will have overall Good AQ while areas north of the fires will see the bulk of the smoke with generally Moderate AQ, but also some hours of Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (USG) AQ, specifically the Oakridge area. A wildcard in the Smoke Outlook will be how thunderstorm outflow boundaries interact with these aforementioned wind patterns this afternoon and overnight.

Red Flag Warning
Lightning and dry vegetation will likely result in new fire starts. Gusty thunderstorm winds could contribute to fire spread. Despite rainfall, initial attack resources could be overwhelmed and holdover fires are possible.
 
View Smoke Outlook PDF below. 

 Windigo-Potter-Big Swamp-Shelter Fires Update – August 08, 2022

Fire Information Phone: 206-473-8645 (8am - 7pm)  |  Email: 2022.Windigo@firenet.gov

Potter Fire (& Shelter) InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8291/

Windigo Fire (& Big Swamp) InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8292/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Windigo-Fire-and-Potter-Fire-Information-109233838550715

Yesterday, lines held against higher temperatures and changing winds. Progress was made on all fires and the Windigo Fire is now 25% contained. A Red Flag Warning for lightning and gusty winds will be in effect starting today and continue until tomorrow evening, testing fire lines again. A Red Flag Warning is defined by a combination of critical fire conditions such as warmer temperatures, very low humidities, and stronger winds—which produce an increased risk of fire danger. A small amount of precipitation is expected overnight through Tuesday morning.

Crews on the Windigo Fire were able to lay hoses around the entire western half and are more than 60% around the eastern side. Today, mop-up will continue around the entire perimeter. Firefighters on the Potter Fire will continue to develop and strengthen primary, alternate, and contingency lines. If favorable weather conditions are present later in the week, crews will be able to use more direct strategies. 

The Big Swamp Fire is now being measured at 102 acres after an overnight infrared flight. Yesterday, crews fought spot fires while dozers improved lines. Today, firefighters will continue to strengthen lines and add hoses. There may be opportunities to go direct on the eastern portion using Forest Road 2153.

The Shelter Fire, Fire 210, and Fire 212 are all contained. Crews will continue to patrol these incidents. 

Resources on the fires include 674 total personnel comprised of 16 handcrews, 33 engines, heavy equipment, eight Type 1 Helicopters, and one Type 3 Helicopter. Two fixed-wing scoopers are available out of Eugene.

High temperatures will reach 84-89 degrees. Wind direction will change midday and flow from the west with speeds between 5-8 mph and gusts of up to 15 mph on ridge tops and valleys. Fire spotting distances may be up to ¼ - ½ mile with an 80-85% chance of ignition on the dry fuels. Visit AirNow.gov for smoke information.

Windigo Fire
Acreage: Approx. 1,053 acres            
Containment: 25%
Location: 20 miles southwest of La Pine, OR
Cause: Lightning

Potter Fire
Acreage: Approx. 234 acres  
Containment: 0%
Location: 8 miles northeast of Toketee Lake 
Cause: Lightning

Closures: For firefighter and public safety follow the Windigo and Potter Closure Orders.

·       Pacific Crest Trail – visit https://www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/closures/oregon/ for more information.

·       Forest Service Road (FSR) 60 from the junction with FSR 6020 on the Deschutes National Forest to FSR 2612 on the Umpqua National Forest

Windigo-Potter-Big Swamp-Shelter Fires Update – August 07, 2022

Fire Information Phone Line: 206-473-8645 (8am - 7pm)

Email: 2022.Windigo@firenet.gov

Potter Fire (& Shelter) InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8291/

Windigo Fire (& Big Swamp) InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8292/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Windigo-Fire-and-Potter-Fire-Information-109233838550715

Containment on the Windigo Fire increased to 15% as firefighters continued to make progress on all fires in the area. The incident command team is currently managing 237 sq. miles across the Umpqua, Willamette, Deschutes, and Fremont-Winema National Forests—which includes 27 known fires. Eight have active fire behavior. All 27 fires have resources assigned. Weather will challenge suppression efforts over the next few days as crews battle higher temperatures and dryer fuels. For firefighter and public safety, follow the Fire Closure Orders.

Yesterday, crews and heavy equipment successfully dug line around the entire perimeters of the Windigo and Potter Fires. Today, ground resources will continue to plumb, mop-up, hold and secure the fire line of the Windigo Fire. Firefighters on the Potter Fire will continue to develop and strengthen alternate and contingency lines. Air resources will support Initial Attack if any spot fires occur outside of the fire perimeters. Today, they will include eight Type 1 Helicopters and one Type 3, with 2 fixed-wing scoopers available out of Eugene.

The Big Swamp Fire grew an estimated 10-15 acres. Three handcrews, 2 engines, and multiple pieces of heavy equipment will be working on that fire today with more resources en route. The small fire near Big Swamp, named 210, is still .2 acres. Shelter Fire is still under 5 acres and is secure. An additional start began south of Potter Mountain, named 212, and is .5 acres. Crews will continue to secure fire line and search for remaining pockets of heat on the smaller fires.

Today’s weather changes are expected to increase fire behavior. High temperatures will reach 86-92 degrees. Wind direction will change midday and flow from a NW direction with speeds between 5-8 mph and gusts of up to 15 mph on ridge tops and valleys. Fire spotting distances may be up to ¼ - ½ mile with a 90% chance of ignition on the dry fuels. Smoke will be more visible today as unburned islands of green fuel burn within the interior of the fire perimeters; visit AirNow.gov for more information.

Help keep our firefighters and yourself safe by obeying the forest closures, avoiding the entire restricted area. A large closure area is necessary to ensure that firefighters can focus on managing the fire, not evacuating visitors, should conditions on the fire change rapidly.

Windigo Fire
Acreage: Approx. 1,052 acres            
Containment: 15%
Location: 20 miles southwest of La Pine, OR
Cause: Lightning

Potter Fire
Acreage: Approx. 185 acres  
Containment: 0%
Location: 8 miles northeast of Toketee Lake 
Cause: Lightning

Windigo Fire Closure Order: http://go.usa.gov/xSGhh  

Fire Closure Order Text and Fire Closure Order Map 

 
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE FOREST SERVICE UMPQUA, Willamette, Deschutes, and Fremont-Winema National Forests Roseburg, OR ORDER NO. 06-15-03-22-463 EMERGENCY FIRE CLOSURE
Pursuant to 16 USC § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50 (a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited upon roads, trails, and general forest areas within the Umpqua, Willamette, Deschutes and Fremont-Winema National Forests as described below and shown in Exhibit A. This Order is effective beginning August 3, 2022, and ending October 15, 2022, unless rescinded sooner.
PROHIBITIONS: 1. Being on the closed road. [36 CFR § 261.54 (e)] 2. Going into or being upon an area closed for the protection of public health and safety. [36 CFR § 261.52 (e)] 3. Being on a trail. [36 CFR § 261.55(a)]
Closure Area is described as an area starting at T23S, R6E, Sec 7 at the junction of Forest Service Road (FSR) 5810 and the Diamond Peak Wilderness boundary at Pengra Pass on the Deschutes National Forest (NF), following the Diamond Peak Wilderness boundary Southeast to the junction of FSR 60, following FSR 60 Southeast to FSR 6020, following FSR 6020 Southeast to FSR 5825-300, following FSR 5825-300 Southeast to FSR 5834, following FSR 5834 to the junction with FSR 5825, following FSR 5825 to FSR 5830, following FSR5830 to FSR 5830-020, following 5830-020 to the western boundary of the Two Rivers Subdivision, following the NF/Two Rivers Subdivision boundary to FSR 5835, following FSR 5835 South to the Deschutes/Fremont-Winema NF boundary, following the Fremont-Winema NF boundary Southwest to Forest Service Trail (FST) 1414 North Umpqua Trail, following FST 1414 Northwest to Nancy Creek, following Nancy Creek and its drainage North to the Umpqua/Willamette NF Boundary, following the Umpqua/Willamette NF boundary to the intersection of FSR 2154, following FSR 2154 to the Deschutes/Willamette NF boundary, following the Deschutes/Willamette NF boundary North to FSR 5810-190, following FSR 5810-190 back to the point of origin at T23S, R6E, Sec 7 at the junction of FSR 5810 and the Diamond Peak Wilderness boundary at Pengra Pass.
Closed Trail • Trail 2000 Pacific Crest Trail is closed from Highway 138 on the Umpqua National Forest to Highway 58 on the Deschutes National Forest • Trail1446 Maidu Lake Trail on the Fremont-Winema NF is closed from Miller Lake to Trail 2000 Pacific Crest Trail EXEMPTIONS: Pursuant to 36 CFR § 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. 2. Any Federal, State, or local officer, or member of any organized rescue or fire fighting force in the performance of an official duty. These prohibitions are in addition to the general prohibitions in 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart A. Executed on August 3, 2022. Violations of this prohibition 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 U.S.C. § 551; 18 U.S.C. §§ 3351, 3559, 3571, and 3581). ___________________ ____________________ ____________________ ____________________ Alice Carlton Duane Bishop Holly Jewkes Barry Imler Forest Supervisor Acting Forest Supervisor Forest Supervisor Forest Supervisor Umpqua National Forest Willamette National Forest Deschutes National Forest Fremont-Winema NF

Windigo and Potter Fires Update – August 06, 2022

Fire Information Phone Line: 206-473-8645 (8am - 7pm)

Email: 2022.Windigo@firenet.gov

Potter Fire InciWeb (Incident Website): https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8291/

Windigo Fire InciWeb (Incident Website): https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8292/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Windigo-Fire-and-Potter-Fire-Information-109233838550715

For firefighter and public safety, two closure orders were finalized for areas overlapping the Umpqua, Deschutes, Willamette, and Fremont-Winema National Forests. For details about the Windigo Fire and Potter Fire closures visit: https://go.usa.gov/xSGhh.

Yesterday, fire growth was minimal for the Windigo and Potter Fires. Crews worked on an additional start that was located near the Big Swamp Fire. It is .2 acres. After an infrared flight, Big Swamp Fire is estimated to be 37 acres. Mop-up continued on the Shelter Fire. It remains under 5 acres and is fully lined with water hoses. Today, resources will continue to support suppression efforts on all fires.

Yesterday, air attack worked aggressively on the Windigo Fire with consecutive retardant drops on Windigo Butte and multiple water bucket drops throughout the perimeter. Handcrews continued to create line up the butte and dozers made progress on the western half. The fire is expected to be fully lined over the course of the next few days and crews will continue to add fire hose.

The Potter Fire continued to advance downslope. Today, all divisions will strengthen primary lines and scout for opportunities to go more direct. Air resources for both fires will include five Type 1 Helicopters and one Type 3, with one additional Type 1 in route.

Today, weather will be moderate. High temperatures may reach 83-87 degrees. West/northwest winds will be between 3-6 mph with gusts of up to 15 mph on ridge tops and valleys. Fire spotting distances may be up to ¼ - ½ mile. For information about air quality visit https://fire.airnow.gov/.

Windigo Fire
Acreage: Approx. 1,046 acres            
Containment: 5%
Location: 20 miles southwest of La Pine, OR
Cause: Lightning

Potter Fire
Acreage: Approx. 167 acres  
Containment: 0%
Location: 8 miles northeast of Toketee Lake 
Cause: Lightning

Area closures and restrictions include:

●       Pacific Crest Trail from OR Highway 138 (PCT mile 1848) to OR Highway 58 (PCT mile 1908)

●        Forest Service Road (FSR) 60 from the junction with FSR 6020 to FSR 2612

●        Forest Service Road (FSR) 2610 from Lemolo Dam to Calapooya Mountain

●        Kelsey Horse Camp on the Umpqua and White Fish Horse Camp on the Deschutes

●        Toketee Air Strip

  Windigo and Potter Fires Update – August 05, 2022

Fire Information Phone Line: 206-473-8645 (8am - 7pm)

Email: 2022.Windigo@firenet.gov

Potter Fire InciWeb (Incident Website): https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8291/

Windigo Fire InciWeb (Incident Website): https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8292/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Windigo-Fire-and-Potter-Fire-Information-109233838550715

Moderate temperatures kept fire growth to a minimum on the Windigo and Potter Fires yesterday. Crews achieved 5% containment on the Windigo Fire and made progress connecting roads around the Potter Fire. Air resources were used heavily with two Type 1 Helicopters dropping water and retardant on hot spots. The Shelter Fire is now 5 acres, fully lined, and 75% contained. Resources continued to work on a lightning strike fire, now named Big Swamp Fire, a few miles west of Opal Lake. It’s 30% contained.

The Windigo Fire continues to push east towards the Pacific Crest Trail. Today, dozers and hand crews will be working from Forest Road 60 on the northeast corner of the fire and move south around the butte to prevent eastern progression. Staff on both sides of the fire will continue to lay hose, strengthen retardant lines, and monitor the perimeter.

The Potter Fire was active yesterday with slow, backing behavior—sending debris downslope. Crews were able to lay additional water hoses and sprinklers around the perimeter. Today, all divisions will be focusing on improving line and clearing roads. Air resources for both fires will include four Type 1 helicopters and one Type 3, with two additional Type 1’s in route.

Today, weather will be similar to yesterday’s conditions. High temperatures may reach 80-85 degrees. West winds will be between 5-9 mph with gusts of up to 15 mph on ridge tops and valleys. Fire spotting distances may be up to ¼ - ½ mile. For information about air quality visit https://fire.airnow.gov/.

Windigo Fire
Acreage: Approx. 1,072 acres            
Containment: 5%
Location: 20 miles southwest of La Pine, OR
Cause: Lightning

Potter Fire
Acreage: Approx. 149 acres  
Containment: 0%
Location: 8 miles northeast of Toketee area 
Cause: Lightning

Area closures and restrictions include (a larger closure area is pending announcement):

●       Pacific Crest Trail from OR Highway 138 (PCT mile 1848) to OR Highway 58 (PCT mile 1908)

●        Forest Service Road (FSR) 60 from the junction with FSR 6020 on the Deschutes National Forest to FSR 2612 on the Umpqua National Forest

●        Forest Service Road (FSR) 2610 from Lemolo Dam to Calapooya Mountain

●        Kelsey Horse Camp on the Umpqua National Forest

●        White Fish Horse Camp on the Deschutes

●        Toketee Air Strip

•  Temporary Flight Restriction over the two fires

Fire Information Phone Line: 206-473-8645 (8am - 7pm)

Email: 2022.Windigo@firenet.gov

Potter Fire InciWeb (Incident Website): https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8291/

Windigo Fire InciWeb (Incident Website): https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8292/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Windigo-Fire-and-Potter-Fire-Information-109233838550715

Fire growth on the Windigo and Potter Fires was minimal yesterday. Air and ground resources continued to work on initial attack addressing 14 lightning strikes and multiple spot fires outside of the fire perimeters. The start near Little Dome Rock is now being referred to as the Shelter Fire. It is currently three acres and 80% lined around the perimeter. The La Grande Hot Shot crew was able to fully contain an additional small fire.

The Windigo Fire is currently pushing east around the butte. Water hose was put along the southeast corner as well as one load of fire retardant. Eastside resources such as the Zig Zag and Baker River Hot Shots will work on primary and alternate lines to keep the fire west of the Pacific Crest Trail. Staff on the northwest side will continue to lay hose and monitor the perimeter.

Yesterday, crews on the Potter Fire continued to clear roads and create connecting lines around the perimeter. Today, resources will be focusing on improving line and scouting for ways to go more direct. Initial attack will continue in both areas with the support of two Type 1 helicopters and one Type 3 helicopter.

Fire behavior will continue to be moderate with a high temperature of 80 expected for the Windigo Fire and a high of 75 expected for the Potter Fire. West winds will be between 5-9 mph with gusts of up to 20 mph on ridge tops. Fire spotting distances may be up to ¼ - ½ mile. For information about air quality visit https://fire.airnow.gov/.

Windigo Fire

Acreage: Approx. 1,093 acres            

Containment: 0%

Location: 20 miles southwest of La Pine, OR

Cause: Under Investigation
 

Potter Fire

Acreage: Approx. 125 acres  

Containment: 0%

Location: 8 miles northeast of Toketee area 

Cause: Lightning 

Area closures and restrictions include:

●       Pacific Crest Trail from OR Highway 138 (PCT mile 1848) to OR Highway 58 (PCT mile 1908)

●        Forest Service Road (FSR) 60 from the junction with FSR 6020 on the Deschutes National Forest to FSR 2612 on the Umpqua National Forest

●        Forest Service Road (FSR) 2610 from Lemolo Dam to Calapooya Mountain

●        Kelsey Horse Camp on the Umpqua National Forest

●        White Fish Horse Camp on the Deschutes

●        Toketee Air Strip