Command: SACIMT2 
Fire Size: 14,086
Percent Contained: 79%
Primary Strategic Control Line: 96%
Personnel: 597
Cause: Lightning
Start Date: Saturday, August 3, 2024, at 10:05 a.m.
Location: Southeast of Three Rivers, CA 

CURRENT SITUATION: Yesterday’s weather conditions, with cooler temperatures and higher relative humidity, reduced fire activity. In the northeastern section of the fire, crews continue to reinforce the control lines along the East Fork Kaweah River towards Scratch Creek. Crews will be strengthening control lines in the area around Homers Nose and in the Horse Creek drainage. Along the southern and western flanks of the fire, crews are patrolling, mopping up and monitoring for hot spots. Crews continue to work on removing flammable materials and hazardous trees along Mineral King Road. Suppression repair, minimizing soil erosion, preventing impacts to water quality, and restoring pre-fire conditions as much as possible, was completed along the western control line. As crews continue to patrol the control lines, unneeded equipment will be backhauled from the southern and western flanks of the fire. 

WEATHER: Temperatures will remain cooler than normal today but are expected to be 10 degrees warmer than yesterday. The expected high in areas over 5,000 feet in elevation is 61 degrees. Conditions will be mostly sunny. Relative humidity will bottom out around 50%. Sustained west winds will reach 3-7 mph with gusts of 12-18 mph. Potential for rainfall, with wetting amounts included, increases on Wednesday and Thursday.

SMOKE IMPACTS: Expect similar air quality conditions today, with little smoke production. All communities in the outlook area will be in the GOOD range throughout the day. Some MODERATE conditions late afternoon in Hammond and Springville possible, based on fire activity. For more information on current wildfire smoke impacts in your community, please visit AirNow.gov or fire.airnow.gov.
EVACUATION NOTICES: The Tulare County Fire Department has issued Evacuation WARNINGS for zones TLC-E094-B, TLC-E094-C, TLC-E094-D, TLC-E094-E, and TLC-E095. To find your zone, please refer to: protect.genasys.com.

FIRE INFORMATION: A Public Information Officer will be at the Three Rivers Village Market daily from 11:00 a.m. to 4 p.m. to provide fire information and answer questions. 

BLM AND PARK CLOSURES: The portion of South Fork Drive within Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks and trails accessed from the road, including the Ladybug and Garfield Grove Trails, are closed. Recreational access to the Mineral King area of Sequoia National Park is closed to the public. This applies to Mineral King campgrounds, trailheads, and area trails. All other areas of the parks are open but are likely to be impacted by varying levels of smoke and poor air quality. Park closure information is available online at nps.gov/seki. The Bureau of Land Management has also issued a closure of the Case Mountain Extensive Recreation Management Area at blm.gov/press-release.

PUBLIC NOTICE: Wildfires are a no-fly zone for unauthorized aircraft, including drones. If you fly, we can’t. For more information, visit knowbeforeyoufly.org.

Size: 5,647 acres | Reported Date: September 7 | Cause: Lightning | Personnel: 559 | Containment: 16%

(Silver Lake, Ore.) – The Buck Creek Fire started in heavy timber within the Yamsay Mountain Semi-Primitive Area on the Fremont-Winema National Forest, about 13 miles southwest of Silver Lake, Ore. The fire spread north and east into managed timber stands on National Forest lands with brush and grass understory and it remains about 11 miles from the community of Silver Lake. The diligence and hard work of firefighters and equipment operators these past ten days has resulted in construction of continuous line around the perimeter of the fire. Public and firefighter safety remain the incident’s top priority.

Buck Creek: Yesterday, continued cool weather and light rain provided favorable conditions for firefighters to mop up hot spots and secure previously constructed fire line around the fire perimeter. On the west edge of the fire, hand crews and dozer operators completed construction of fire line from Rodman Rock over Buck Ridge to Buck Creek. Across the north flank, day and night crews improved and mopped up along established dozer lines. On the northeast edge of the fire along constructed fire lines, firefighters used Unstaffed Aerial System (UAS/drone) flights to document hidden hot spots for extinguishment by crews on the ground. On the south edge of the fire, hand crews methodically built fire line and conducted mop up operations in steep terrain and through a substantial amount of dead and down material.

Today, crews are improving completed hand line and are using water pumped from nearby streams to mop up hot spots in the difficult terrain northeast from Antler Horse Camp and southeast from near the Blue Buck Trail. The camp has not been damaged by the fire; however, it remains within a closure area. Firefighters in other areas are also extinguishing hot spots along the remainder of the constructed fire line. Firefighter safety is the top priority as mop up operations continue along fire lines where hazardous trees and hot ash pits remain a concern. Aviation resources remain available to assist on-the-ground firefighters as conditions allow. 

Evacuations: In coordination with fire managers, the Lake County Sheriff has established evacuations for the Buck Creek Fire.  Go to www.lakecountyor.org for details about evacuation levels. 

Weather: Today, sunshine and a westerly breeze will promote drying.  Another cold front will move through the area tonight, with a slight chance of showers expected. 

Safety: Firefighting equipment and personnel are present on local roads. Fire managers ask the public to drive attentively and to remain clear of the fire areas. The public also plays an important role in preventing the next wildfire by using caution with all ignition sources. For prevention tips visit: https://keeporegongreen.org. Current fire danger is extreme and restrictions are in place within the Fremont-Winema National Forest. More information can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/fremont-winema. 

Closures: A forest closure order is in effect for the area around the Buck Creek Fire. For the complete order and map, go to: https://www.fs.usda.gov/fremont-winema.  Christmas Valley Airport is being used as the helibase for fire operations and is temporarily closed to general aviation. A temporary flight restriction is in place over the Buck Creek Fire. 

Smoke:  Smoke from multiple fires around the region is affecting air quality. For more information on smoke conditions and strategies on limiting exposure, go to: www.oregonsmoke.org or www.AirNow.gov. 

Willamette Complex North Update
Boulder Creek, Ore, Linton Creek, 374 and Pyramid Fires 
Date: Tuesday, September 17, 2024 
InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orwif-north-willamette-complex  
Willamette Complex North Facebook Page: 
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61565845313387
Email:2024.WillametteComplex.North@firenet.gov Information line: 541-208-1262 Hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 

Overview: Tuesday’s rain showers will reduce fire activity while also limiting ground and aerial firefighting efforts. Currently, chipping and fuel removal is a significant focus of many crews in the complex. This work is critical because, as the Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 6 Operations Chief Manny Mendoza said, “The current fire behavior won’t get us it’s what’s in the future.” The possibility of changes in future conditions is why all fires remain under a full suppression strategy. 

Boulder Creek Fire Evacuation Notices 
Evacuation levels were reduced to Level 1 by the Lane County Sheriff’s Office at 2pm on Monday afternoon: LEVEL 1 (BE READY) EVACUATION NOTICE: South of Highway 126 from milepost 53.5 east to Scott Creek Road and Horse Creek Road east of Foley Springs, Foley Springs, Forest Service Road #302, Belknap Springs Road South, Camp Yale Road, Yale Lane, North of Highway 126 East from the east end of Drury Lane to the end of North Belknap Springs Road. 
Evacuation Notice Source:  www.LaneCountyOR.gov 

Boulder Creek: 511 acres, 0% contained 
Located 5 miles east of McKenzie Bridge. Safe travel along the OR 126 highway is a priority. Crews continue working along OR 126 to extinguish areas of heat and evaluate and address fire-weakened trees along the road corridor.  The Boulder Creek area continues to hold heat and is challenging to access due to steep terrain with heavy fuels.

Ore: 3,475 acres, 76% contained 
Located 7 miles northeast of Blue River. Following the good firefighting work that has been accomplished, crews continue chipping efforts and removing combustible material.

374: 58 acres, 0% contained and Linton Creek: 1,301 acres, 0% contained
Both of these fires are located in the Three Sisters Wilderness. The fires received a wetting rain Monday. Crews will continue today work on improving trails to use as fire line, prioritizing the Pacific Crest Trail.   

Pyramid: 1,311 Acres, 98% contained 
East of Middle Santiam Wilderness. Crews are improving containment lines and are working to reduce burnable fuels through mechanized mastication and chipping.    

Road Closures: OR 126 is open to one-lane traffic between mileposts 13 and 19.5 (intersection with OR 242). OR 242 remains closed to all traffic between the intersection with OR 126 and the Dee Wright Observatory (mileposts 55 to 75), due to the Linton Creek Fire. Use an alternate route; do not divert onto forest roads to avoid closures.  
Check for updates at: https://tripcheck.com/  

Willamette National Forest Area Closures: Due to fire activity in the McKenzie River Ranger District, the Linton Creek Fire closure area includes Boulder Creek, 374, Roundtop, as well as other fires on the Middle Fork Ranger District including Young Grasshopper and Lowell Creek fires. Source: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/willamette/alerts-notices/?cid=fseprd552029.  

Middle Fork Complex Operations Update Video Tuesday, September 17, 2024

https://youtu.be/rHltLhz2wHA

Fire Information Phone: 541-208-7108 (8 a.m.- 8 p.m.) 

Email: 2024.wileyflat@firenet.gov  

Acres: Wiley Flat – 30,163 acres; 75% contained
             Hawley Ridge – 793 acres; 100% contained

Location: Wiley Creek: about 10 miles southeast of Post, Oregon off Highway 380

Start Date: September 2, 2024                                                                                                                    

Personnel: 415 personnel

Resources: 10 crews |14 engines | 11 bulldozers | 14 water tenders | 6 masticators | 5 skidgens |6 excavators |                     4 ambulances 

Highlights: Crews had another successful day conducting suppression repair yesterday and firefighters will continue to secure handline and mop up on the western edges of the fire. Crews completed suppression repair on most of the southwestern portion of the fire and will continue work in that area. On the northeast side of the fire, crews will work to complete suppression repair over the next few days. Apart from a small section by Miller Dip, crews have completed suppression repairs on the northwestern side of the fire, as well. 

Today’s Weather: The cool weather will continue today with temperatures in the mid-fifties. North-northwest winds may be gusting up to 20 mph, mainly in the afternoon. Humidity will be down to 50 percent, and similar to yesterday, we may see some scattered light and brief rainfall.

Evacuations: The following evacuations are in effect: 

LEVEL 3: SE Maury Road west to SE Newsome Creek Road from Crooked River south to the Forest boundary.

LEVEL 2: SE Newsome Creek Road west to SE Conant Basin Road area south of Crooked River.  SE Maury Road east to SE Camp Creek Road from Hwy 380 south to Forest Boundary.

The evacuation map  is available online through the Crook County Emergency Management Office website. 

The Red Cross evacuation shelter is in the Carey Foster Hall at Crook County Fairgrounds SE Lynn Blvd. Prineville, OR 97754. Information number: 1-800-RED-CROSS

Importance of Fire Prevention: All public lands in Central Oregon are in Stage 2 Public Use (Fire) Restrictions. All open flames, including woodstoves and charcoal briquette fires, are prohibited. In times of high fire danger, it is crucial for everyone to follow prevention measures to avoid additional strain on overburdened resources. 

Fire Restrictions and Closures: These areas are closed to all uses, including recreational activities, for public and firefighter safety. The Ochoco National Forest has implemented temporary closures for the Paulina and Lookout Mountain Ranger Districts. The Bureau of Land Management has issued a  temporary closure for portions of public lands in Crook and Grant Counties. 

More Information: 

InciWeb:  https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orocf-wiley-flat

Facebook: Facebook.com/2024Wiley Flat Fire

Central Oregon Wildfire Information: https://centraloregonfire.org/

Devil’s Knob and Milepost 98 Fire Update for Tuesday, September 17, 2024

KEY MESSAGES:

All primary objectives on the Milepost 98 Fire have been met, including protection of the town of Canyonville, the local watershed, powerlines, and a communications tower. Yesterday, command of the incident on the Milepost 98 Fire was transferred back to the Douglas Forest Protective Association. 

CURRENT STATUS:

Incident personnel on the Devil’s Knob Fire are beginning to demobilize as work is completed. As of this morning, the entire western flank of the Devil’s Knob fire is contained. Suppression repair work is focused on the northern edge of the fire, with mop-up continuing on the east side. Grading work is ongoing on the lower portion of the 1610 Road, and culverts were replaced on the 300 Road to return the area to Forest standard following firefighting activities. Tethering operations continue bolstering lines on the south side in the Flat Creek drainage.

WEATHER / FIRE BEHAVIOR:

There was no precipitation on the fire yesterday though fog accumulated in the upper elevations on the east flank of the perimeter. A new storm system is expected to rotate into the area today, transitioning from a dry morning to rain in the afternoon which could linger into Wednesday. Temperatures will be cool, in the high 50s to low 60s, while relative humidity will remain high for most of the week.

SAFETY AND CLOSURES: 

Closures on the Umpqua National Forest can be found at https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/umpqua/alerts-notices. 

Umpqua National Forest restrictions can be found at https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/umpqua/fire. 

Fire Restrictions for Bureau of Land Management can be found on the Oregon-Washington blm.gov page.

Douglas Forest Protective Association restrictions can be found at https://www.dfpa.net/public-fire-restrictions. 

Oregon Dept. of Forestry restrictions can be found at https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/restrictions.aspx.

Unified Command: CIIMT5, Los Angeles County Fire, Los Angeles County Sheriff, San Bernardino County Fire, San Bernardino County Sheriff, CAL FIRE – San Bernardino/Inyo/Mono Unit

Start Date: September 8, 2024, at 2:12 p.m.      

Fire Information: (626) 662-0120 ***Original number***

Media Line: (626) 470-1395

Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Email: 2024.Bridge@firenet.gov 

Fire Size: 54,795 acres 

Percent Contained: 25% 

Personnel: 2,727

Injuries: 3

Structures Damaged: 13 

Structures Destroyed: 66

Cause: Under investigation

Location: Sheep Mountain Wilderness, San Gabriel Mountains National Monument                                                                                                
 

CURRENT SITUATION: Firefighters made significant progress last night with much colder temperatures, higher humidity, and minimal growth. In all areas of the fire, crews will prioritize securing and validating containment lines today to further increase the containment percentage and get residents back into their homes where hazards have been cleared. Strike teams of engines and hand crews, water tenders, and falling modules have been ordered to continue assisting fire personnel, along with air resources that have continued to support boots on the ground.

Today’s priority is in the fire’s northwest corner, which remains the most active. A smoldering tree fell and rolled across the line overnight, leading to a 1-acre slop-over on Fenner Saddle Road. Crews contained the fire spread and will work to line it today. The Big Pines corridor/Fenner Gap area still has challenges, but with the favorable weather today, crews are making progress containing fireline and mopping up around structures while being assisted by aircraft strategically dropping water and retardant.

In the Wrightwood area, safety hazards remain while firefighters continue mop-up operations and falling trees. Residents remain under an evacuation order until these hazards are cleared for the public and utilities are restored.

To the northeast, firefighters are working to prevent the fire from advancing from Wright Mountain towards the community of Lytle Creek by constructing dozer lines and engaging in direct attack wherever possible.

The fire's east flank is holding well, and safety hazards are being cleared so residents can repopulate the Mt. Baldy area. Today, hotshot crews are being prioritized to accomplish this mission.

The south side of the fire is also holding well, where firefighters are beginning the suppression repair process in areas with full containment and there is no further threat to the line. Additional containment will likely increase as firefighters prioritize validating their work in this area. There are still some heat signatures around the Sunset Peak area, and crews will continue working to extinguish them.

On the west flank, firefighters are constructing indirect fireline and will seek out hot spots with the assistance of aircraft and infrared imaging in this extremely steep and inaccessible terrain of the Sheep Mountain Wilderness.

Damage inspection teams continue to update interactive maps for residents affected by the Bridge Fire. 
For San Bernardino County: prepare.sbcounty.gov/bridge-fire/ 
For Los Angeles County: recovery.lacounty.gov/bridgefire/

Evacuation Orders:

• Mt. Baldy Road, all residents north of San Antonio Dam up to Mount Baldy Ski Resort 
• The community of Wrightwood
• Big Pines Canyon Road to the community of Big Pines 
• East Fork communities of Camp Williams Resort (café, mobile home park, campground) and River Community (near the resort)

Evacuation Warnings: 

• Forest area of Telegraph Peak east to the Cucamonga Canyon and forestry area above Shinn Road and North Pine Canyon Road 
• The southern community of Pinon Hills from Desert Front Road north to Highway 138 and State Highway west 
• Highway 138 south to Lone Pine Canyon and Highway 2 east to Lone Pine Canyon Road
• For evacuation warnings in San Dimas, La Verne, and Claremont please visit: Genasys Protect 

For an interactive map on evacuations, please visit: 

• Los Angeles County: Genasys Protect website or download the app. https://protect.genasys.com  

• San Bernadino:  https://sbcounty.maps.arcgis.com 

For emergency alerts, please register here:  

• Los Angeles County: https://ready.lacounty.gov/emergency-notifications/  

• San Bernardino County: https://wp.sbcounty.gov/sheriff/alerts/  
   

Evacuation Centers:

• Fountain of Living Waters Church: 10120 Johnson Rd, Phelan, CA 92371
• San Bernardino County Fairgrounds: 14800 Seventh Street, Victorville, CA 
• Jessie Turner Health/Fitness Center: 15556 Summit Ave, Fontana, CA. (909) 854-5100
• Pomona Fairplex: 601 W McKinley Avenue Pomona, CA (Gate 3, corner of McKinley/White)

Animals: 

• Devore Animal Shelter: 19777 Shelter Way, San Bernardino, CA. (909) 386-9820. After hours: (800) 472-5609
• San Bernardino County Fairgrounds: 14800 Seventh Street, Victorville, CA 
• Palmdale Animal Care Center (Small Animals): 38550 Sierra Hwy, Palmdale, CA 
• Lancaster Animal Care Center (Small Animals): 5210 W Ave I, Lancaster, CA

             For more information on evacuation centers;

• www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.html
• https://lacounty.gov/emergency/

CLOSURES: 

• SR-138 from Lone Pine Canyon Road to Beekley Road
• SR-2 closed from Big Pines to SR-138
• Big Pines Highway 
• Big Rock Creek Road
• San Gabriel Canyon and East Fork of the San Gabriel River
• Highway 39
• East Fork Road
• Glendora Ridge Road and Glendora Mountain Road
• Mt. Baldy Road at Shinn Road intersection 

WEATHER:
There are minimal fire weather concerns for today. Generally favorable winds, temperatures, and humidity will continue through Thursday, however hot and dry conditions are expected to resume again Friday. 

For smoke impacts and an interactive map, visit fire.airnow.gov.

FIRE RESTRICTIONS IN OPEN AREAS OF ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST:
Fire danger on the Angeles National Forest is now “Extreme” Angeles National Forest - News & Events (usda.gov)

Key Messages 

The Montana DNRC County Assist Team and local agencies have been connecting with affected landowners to provide available resources. For information on post-fire relief, please visit: https://www.uwyo.edu/barnbackyard/resources/wildfire.html.  

Current Status 

Fireline has been successfully established along the east, north, and west perimeters of the fire, with a few remaining sections expected to turn black by the end of today. Crews are concentrating efforts on the south end, working to secure a solid control line. Mopping up and suppression efforts are ongoing, with teams working to extend control line efforts 200 feet into the fire area. North of 3 Bar Road, a significant unburned section of forest remains under close observation, with crews actively monitoring to ensure it doesn’t ignite. Coal seams within the fire perimeter are being closely monitored and mapped as these underground deposits can smolder for extended periods and pose a risk for flare-ups. Meanwhile, excavators, dozers and road graders have begun repairing and rehabilitating previously constructed dozer contingency lines across the fire area to mitigate further impact and to restore the landscape. 

Weather and Fire Behavior 

Tuesday’s weather is mostly sunny, becoming cloudy in the afternoon with temperatures in the mid to high 80s. South winds increasing to 15-20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph in the afternoon. A 55% chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon. Gusty and erratic winds expected near thunderstorms in the afternoon. 

Evacuations And Closures 

All evacuation warnings and notices associated with the fire area have been rescinded. Please avoid the fire area as crews and aerial resources continue fire suppression efforts. The roads remain closed to non-local traffic. Ensuring firefighter safety and protecting life and preservation of grazing lands are most important. 

There is a temporary flight restriction (TFR) over the fire area. For firefighter safety, please do not fly unmanned aerial systems in the area. 

Middle Fork Complex Fire Update  

Tuesday September 17, 2024  

Thunderstorms and Rain to Persist Over the Fire  

The Middle Fork Complex is 61,482 acres with 32% completion. Thunderstorms will continue to persist in the area through the afternoon. At least half an inch of rain fell across the fire area yesterday, with over an inch in other places. Several debris slides continue to occur on the forest roads, including the 678 and 555 roads.  Due to ongoing weather, more debris slides are likely throughout the burn area and crews must wait until conditions improve and roadways dry to begin assessing and repairing roads. Safety for firefighters is the number one priority as road conditions change. There are currently 546 resources assigned to the incident.  

A new start was reported approximately four miles northwest of Deadwood Reservoir in the Rabbit Creek area. A second start was reported southwest of the 555 Road. If conditions allow, a fly over is planned for today to assess the fires. Firefighters are prepared to respond to any additional new starts in the area. 

Fire activity remained minimal yesterday and some moderate growth was seen in the fire area in the afternoon as temperatures began to rise, fuels dried, and winds increased ahead of the storms. After the storms arrived, fire activity decreased and is expected to remain low in the coming days. The fire continues to smolder and creep through the heavy fuels in areas that are protected from the rain. 

Great Basin Team 2 is shadowing Great Basin Team 5 today and will be transitioning command tomorrow morning.  

Boise National Forest Closure Order Number 0402-06-64 remains in effect. An interactive forest closure map is available on the Boise National Forest Alerts & Closures website, https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/boise/alerts-notices. 

Hunters are not allowed access to these closed areas.  

Highway 21 is closed from the Sourdough Lodge in Lowman to Stanley Lake Road (MP 84 to 126) due to nearby wildfire activity. Only local traffic is allowed between the Sourdough Lodge and Warm Springs Airstrip. There is no public access from the highway to surrounding areas including Grandjean, Bull Trout, Boundary Creek, Cape Horn, or Seafoam. For more information, visit the Idaho Department of Transportation website, https://511.idaho.gov/ 

Take wildfire risk reduction steps to make your home safer during a wildfire: Visit the Firewise website for information: https://www.nfpa.org/en/Education-and-Research/Wildfire/Preparing-homes-for-wildfire 

Wildfires are a No Drone Zone. If you fly, we can’t. Every time a drone is spotted near the fire all aircraft are grounded until we can be sure the drone is clear of this area.  Visit Know Before You Fly, http://knowbeforeyoufly.org. A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is in effect in the fire area. 

Fire Information: 208-992-3045 (8am – 8pm) Email: 2024.middleforkcomplex@firenet.gov  

Inciweb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idbof-middle-fork-complex-fire-bulldog-and-nellie 

Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/people/Middle-Fork-Complex-Fire-Boise-National-Forest/61565022204468 

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@2024.middleforkcomplex 

Rail Ridge QuickFacts

Acres: 162,278                  

Crews: 23

Containment: 38%

Detection Date: Sept 2, 2024     

Cause: Lightning

Engines: 90

Dozers: 25

Helicopters: 2 Type 1, 1 Type 2, 1 Type 3

Total resources: 1,168

Phone: 541-208-7111   Email: 2024.railridge@firenet.gov             Facebook: Rail Ridge Fire - Oregon 2024

Inciweb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orocf-rail-ridge

LinkTree:  https://linktr.ee/RailRidgeFire

Closures and Evacuations

Closures: The U.S. Forest Service and Bureau of Land Management have implemented partial closures because of the Rail Ridge and Crazy Creek fires, for all uses. For more details and closure maps, visit the Ochoco National Forest, Malheur National Forest, and BLM web pages.

Evacuations: Evacuations north of U.S. 26 in Grant County were lifted and the shelter in John Day has been closed. For up-to-date evacuation information, please visit:

• Grant County: Emergency Management Facebook page.
• Crook County: Emergency Management website; Sheriff’s Office Facebook page.
• Wheeler County: Sheriff’s Office Facebook page.

Operational Update

Favorable conditions, including as much as 0.25 inches of rain fell on some parts of the fire, further reduced fire activity in the area last night. This trend is expected to continue today as the crews continue to work on line construction, improving existing lines and conducting mopup operations.

Along the north and west lines of the fire, crews will look for safe opportunities to construct direct line, as well as improve all established control lines. Crews will focus on improving the shaded fuel break around the Black Canyon Wilderness.

On the east edge of the fire, crews are taking a direct-attack approach west of Fields Peak south to Thorn Creek Butte.

Crews will continue to monitor and patrol the southern portion of the fire and begin suppression repair. 

Weather

Cool weather and forecasted precipitation and higher humidity will provide favorable conditions for crews today and through the rest of the week. Some smoky conditions are anticipated in warmer and dryer areas, and fire will continue to smolder and creep in some areas of pine/timber litter.

Cool and cloudy conditions are expected throughout the region, with isolated showers possible in the morning and afternoon. Breezy northwesterly winds are expected through the evening with gusts up to 25 mph.