InciWebMuddy Slide Fire Daily Facts July 8 2021
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Muddy Slide Fire Daily Facts
Current Situation
· At 6:00 pm on Monday, July 5, Great Basin Team 2 (Type 3) assumed command of the Muddy Slide Fire.
· This fire is expected to be a long-duration event, and additional resources will be made available as they are needed, depending upon fire activity.
· Areas of heat were identified in the northwest corner of the fire. Firefighters have been able to work near the fire’s edge to cool hot spots in this area. Expect
Operational plan for today
· On the north and west side of the fire, operations will continue to patrol and monitor status with an emphasis on locating areas of heat and conducting mop up as needed. Hot shot crews have been working direct along the north-west edge of the fire line as helicopters continue to drop water on hot areas along the north end of the fire. An increase in medical units is present for firefighter safety. With any tactical decision, firefighter protection remains our number one concern.
· On the south side of the fire, heavy equipment will be used to remove fuels and secure fire lines. This will provide a safe site for any potential burnout operations, should future conditions allow.
County Fire Restrictions
· Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect in Routt County. For details, see https://www.co.routt.co.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=439
National Forest Road Closures and Fire Restrictions
There is still an area closure around the fire. Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland. Fireworks are always illegal on federally- managed public lands. For current forest closure and restriction information, see https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mbr/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5139680&width=full
Fire Conditions and Weather
• Hot and dry conditions will persist; winds will increase after 0900
to 5-10 mph out of the west, with gusts up to 20 mph. Isolated
showers and thunderstorms are predicted in the later afternoon
which may bring gusty and erratic winds that could produce
areas of smoke.
Fire Facts
Location
6 miles east of Yampa, CO &
16 miles west of Kremmling, CO on the Routt National Forest
Fire size today: 4,093 acres
Containment: 50% contained
Fire start date: June 20, 2021
Cause: Under investigation
253 personnel, including:
8 crews
19 Engines
5 Heavy equipment
2 Type 1 helicopters
1 Type 3 helicopter
1 Air Attack (aerial supervision)
Temporary Flight Restriction
If You Fly, We Can’t! For details on the TFR, see https://tfr.faa.gov/
Donations are not needed
Management
Fire information public hotline: 406-233-9753 Hours 8 am-8 pm
Email: 2021.MuddySlide@FireNet.gov
Muddy Slide Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7566/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MuddySlideFire #MuddySlideFire
Muddy Slide Fire Daily Facts July 7 2021
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Muddy Slide Fire Daily Facts Tuesday, July 6, 2021 7:00 am
Current Situation
· At 6:00 pm on Monday, July 5, Great Basin Team 2 (Type 3) assumed command of the Muddy Slide Fire.
· This fire is expected to be a long-duration event, and additional resources will be made available as they are needed, depending upon fire activity.
· Areas of heat were identified in the northwest corner of the fire. Firefighters have been able to work near the fire’s edge to cool hot spots in this area.
Operational plan for today
· On the north and west side of the fire, operations will continue to be in a patrol and monitor status with an emphasis on locating areas of heat and conducting mop up as needed. Additionally, wood chippers will continue to clean up previously removed vegetation to reduce the risk of future fuels near the edge of the fire area.
· On the south side of the fire, heavy equipment will be used to remove fuels and secure fire lines. This will provide a safe site for any potential burnout operations, should future conditions allow.
County Fire Restrictions
· Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect in Routt County. For details, see https://www.co.routt.co.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=439
National Forest Road Closures and Fire Restrictions
· Fireworks are always illegal on federally- managed public lands. Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland. There is still an area closure around the fire. For current forest closure and restriction information, see https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mbr/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5139680&width=full
Fire Conditions and Weather
• Much warmer air moves into the region as the high pressure in the Southwest strengthens. As a result, much drier conditions are expected with only a scattered chance of precipitation early Tuesday afternoon. Otherwise, temperatures much above Normal with low humidity expected as a period of hot weather begins. Winds will be generally light out of the north with eastern influence on Tuesday, western on Wednesday.
Fire Facts
Location
16 miles west of Kremmling, CO on the Routt National Forest
209 personnel, including:
4 crews
14 Engines
4 Heavy equipment
2 Type 1 helicopters
1 Type 3 helicopter
1 Air Attack (aerial supervision)
Temporary Flight Restriction
A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is in effect for the fire area and has been enlarged to include Stagecoach Reservoir. Drones are hazards for our pilots and ground crews.
Remember:
If You Fly, We Can’t! For details on the TFR, see https://tfr.faa.gov/
Donations are not needed. Our firefighters are well supplied with everything they need, so community donations are not necessary. Please consider donating to your local fire department or the Wildland Firefighter Foundation.
Management: Great Basin Team 2, Type 3 Incident Management Team
Fire information public hotline: 406-233-9753
Hours 8 am-8 pm
Email: 2021.MuddySlide@FireNet.gov
Muddy Slide Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7566/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MuddySlideFire
#MuddySlideFire
Muddy Slide Fire Daily Facts July 5 2021
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Monday, July 5, 2021 7:00 am
Fire Facts
Location
16 miles west of Kremmling, CO on the Routt National Forest
286 personnel, including:
5 crews
10 Engines
7 Heavy equipment
2 Type 1 helicopters
1 Type 3 helicopter
1 Air Attack (aerial supervision)
Temporary Flight Restriction
If You Fly, We Can’t! For details on the TFR, see https://tfr.faa.gov/
Donations are not needed
Management
Current Situation
· At 6:00 pm this evening, the type 3 incident management team, which has been shadowing the current incident management team for the past two days, will assume command of the Muddy Slide Fire.
· This fire is expected to continue to be a long-duration event, and additional resources will be made available as they are needed, depending upon fire activity.
· A multi-mission aircraft (MMA) flight flew over the fire area mid-day yesterday and identified areas heat in the northwest corner of the fire. Firefighters will carefully monitor these spots throughout the day.
Operational plan for today
· On the north and west side of the fire, operations will continue to be in a patrol and monitor status with an emphasis on locating areas of heat and conducting mop up as needed. Additionally, wood chippers will continue to clean up previously removed vegetation to reduce the risk of future fuels near the edge of the fire area.
· On the south side of the fire, heavy equipment will be used to remove fuels and secure fire lines. This will provide a safe site for any potential burnout operations, should future conditions allow.
County Fire Restrictions
· Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect in Routt County. For details, see https://www.co.routt.co.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=439
National Forest Road Closures and Fire Restrictions
· Fireworks are always illegal on federally- managed public lands. Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland. There is still an area closure around the fire. For current forest closure and restriction information, see https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mbr/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5139680&width=full
Fire Conditions and Weather
· The weather today may cause an increase in fire activity in the morning with lower humidity and warmer temperatures expected. There is a potential for hidden pockets of heat to become more active until thunderstorms arrive late morning. Temperatures will initially warm to the upper 70s. Humidity levels will decrease in the morning until late morning when thunderstorms will develop. Several rounds of thunderstorms are expected into the evening to possibly include hail, lightning, and heavy rain.
Muddy Slide Fire Daily Fire Facts July 4 2021
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Sunday, July 4, 2021 7:00 am
Fire Facts
Location
16 miles west of Kremmling, CO on the Routt National Forest
306 personnel, including:
6 crews
10 Engines
6 Heavy equipment
2 Type 1 helicopters
1 Type 2 helicopter
1 Type 3 helicopter
1 Air Attack (aerial supervision)
Temporary Flight Restriction
If You Fly, We Can’t! For details on the TFR, see https://tfr.faa.gov/
Donations are not needed
Management
Current Situation
· Happy Fourth of July! As you celebrate this holiday, take the time to ensure your home and family are prepared for future wildfires by learning what you can do to mitigate risk on you property.
· A type three incident management team has arrived and will shadow the current incident management team before taking over command of the Muddy Slide Fire on Monday evening.
· With the expectation of this being a long-duration fire, the weather today will cause a minimal increase in smoldering fire activity. There is a potential for hidden pockets of heat to become more active. The greatest risk for increased fire activity is along the north side of the fire that has received less moisture than the rest of the fire area.
Operational plan for today
· On the west side of the fire, operations will continue to be in a patrol and monitor status with an emphasis on locating hotspots and conducting mop up as needed. Additionally, wood chippers will be used to clean up previously removed vegetation to reduce the risk of future fuels.
· On the south side of the fire, heavy equipment will continue to operate and remove fuels to secure fire lines. This will provide a safe site for a possible future burnout operation, should conditions allow.
County Fire Restrictions
· Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect in Routt County. For details, see https://www.co.routt.co.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=439
National Forest Road Closures and Fire Restrictions
· Fireworks are always illegal on federally- managed public lands. Please refrain from using fireworks for celebrations this year. Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland. There is still an area closure around the fire. For current forest closure and restriction information, see https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mbr/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5139680&width=full
Fire Conditions and Weather
· Today will be much warmer and drier with temperatures expected to reach the in the mid-to-high 70s. Lower humidity will continue with winds expected not to exceed 15 miles per hour. Tonight, humidity is expected to remain low.
Muddy Slide Fire Daily Facts July 3 2021
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Current Situation
· A type three organization will arrive today and shadow the current incident management team for the next two days before taking over management of the Muddy Slide Fire on Monday evening. Due to the expectation of this being a long-duration fire, firefighting resources will be able to respond appropriately should fire activity increase over the coming weeks and months.
· While the rain slows the spread of fire, it usually does not extinguish long burning fuels such as large logs and downed trees. Much of what is currently burning inside the fire perimeter is heavy dead timber, causing heat to remain built up even with rain. Thunderstorms also bring the risk of lighting and increased winds that pose a safety threat to firefighters.
Operational plan for today
· On the south side of the fire, work will continue to be completed by heavy equipment and hand crews. When terrain becomes unsafe for heavy equipment to operate, hand crews will continue to remove fuels along the fire line.
· Hose lines will continue to be enhanced within secured fire lines to prepare for successful use in future operations. Cold trailing continues to eliminate hot spots on the perimeter of the fire.
Evacuations
· The Routt County Sheriff’s Office has lifted all evacuation notices for the Muddy Slide Fire.
County Fire Restrictions
· Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect in Routt County. For details, see https://www.co.routt.co.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=439
National Forest Road Closures and Fire Restrictions
· Fireworks are always illegal on federally- managed public lands. Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland. There is still an area closure around the fire. For current forest closure and restriction information, see https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mbr/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5139680&width=full
Fire Conditions and Weather
· Today will be warmer and drier with temperatures expected to reach 70 degrees; lower humidity will continue into the evening, with slightly stronger winds.
Muddy Slide Fire Daily Facts July 2 2021
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Current Situation
- As containment increases, the complexity of the incident decreases, which allows agency administrators to look at transitioning to a smaller team to continue firefighting suppression activities. The long-term plan for the Muddy Slide Fire allows fire managers to bring in additional resources should fire activity increase over the coming weeks.
- Thunderstorms have been a mixed blessing. While the rain slows the spread of fire, it usually does not extinguish long burning fuels such as large logs and downed trees. Thunderstorms also bring the risk of lighting and increased winds that pose a safety threat to firefighters.
Operational plan for today
- On the south side of the fire, work being completed by feller bunchers and dozers will extend containment lines until terrain requires the work of hand crews.
- Hose lines will be enhanced to prepare for successful use in future operations while cold trailing continues to eliminate hot spots on the perimeter of the fire.
Evacuations
- For areas currently under evacuation orders, please go to the Routt County evacuation map at: https://tinyurl.com/MuddySlideEvacMap
Structure damage assessments
- The Routt County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for structure damage assessments. The Sheriff will report that information when confirmed.
County Fire Restrictions
- Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect in Routt County. For details, see https://www.co.routt.co.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=439
National Forest Road Closures and Fire Restrictions
- Fireworks are always illegal on federally- managed public lands; please remember this during the upcoming weekend. Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland. There is also an area closure around the fire. For current forest closure and restriction information, see https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mbr/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5139680&width=full
Fire Conditions and Weather
- Today will be warmer and less humid with isolated rain. Temperatures are expected to reach 70 degrees; lower humidity will continue into the evening, with slightly stronger winds.
Muddy Slide Fire Daily Facts July 1 2021
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Thursday, July 1, 2021 7:00 am
Fire Facts
Location
16 miles west of Kremmling, CO on the Routt National Forest
398 personnel, including:
8 firefighting crews
16 Engines
9 Heavy equipment
3 Type 1 helicopters
1 Type 2 helicopter
1 Type 3 helicopter
1 Air Attack (aerial supervision)
Temporary Flight Restriction
If You Fly, We Can’t! For details on the TFR, see https://tfr.faa.gov/
Donations are not needed
Management
Current Situation
· The Muddy Slide Fire remains a full suppression fire. One of the main objectives of the firefighting effort is to contain the spread of fire and eliminate remaining heat sources, where safe and likely to be successful.
· The continued cooler weather is allowing crews to strengthen containment features and prepare for hotter, drier conditions in the days to come.
· Containment is currently at 28%. This number will continue to rise as crews and fire managers determine fire lines can reasonably be expected to stop the spread of the fire.
Operational plan for today
· Fire hoses and pumps that have been placed near the northern perimeter of the fire will be tested and improvements made as needed.
· Heavy equipment will continue to improve the fire line along the southern edge, along with support from hand crews where terrain precludes dozers.
· Cold trailing operations will continue. This involves inspecting a partly cooled fire edge, feeling for heat with the back of the hand and eliminating any hot spots with additional water.
Evacuations
· For areas currently under evacuation orders, please go to the Routt County evacuation map at: https://tinyurl.com/MuddySlideEvacMap
Structure damage assessments
· The Routt County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for structure damage assessments. The Sheriff will report that information when confirmed.
County Fire Restrictions
· Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect in Routt County. For details, see https://www.co.routt.co.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=439
National Forest Road Closures and Fire Restrictions
· Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland. There is also an area closure around the fire. For current forest closure and restriction information, see https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mbr/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5139680&width=full
Fire Conditions and Weather
· Temperatures are expected to be in the upper-60s, with a chance for storms that may include heavy rain, lighting, and associated gusty winds.
Muddy Slide Fire Daily Facts June 30 2021
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Wednesday, June 30, 2021 7:00 am
Fire Facts
Location
16 miles west of Kremmling, CO on the Routt National Forest
394 personnel, including:
6 firefighting crews
22 Engines
8 Heavy equipment
3 Type 1 helicopters
1 Type 2 helicopter
1 Type 3 helicopter
1 Air Attack (aerial supervision)
Temporary Flight Restriction
If You Fly, We Can’t! For details on the TFR, see https://tfr.faa.gov/
Donations are not needed
Management
Current Situation
· A virtual community meeting will be held at 5:00 p.m. this evening via the Muddy Slide Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MuddySlideFire).
· With additional containment reached in the Muddy Slide area, the Muddy Slide Fire is now 21 % contained. As more work is completed by heavy equipment on the southern side of the fire area, fire managers may increase the amount of containment reached.
· As fire managers develop a plan for managing the Muddy Slide Fire as a long duration event, the public can expect to see smoke within the fire area as temperatures increase and vegetation dries out following recent moisture.
Operational plan for today
· Fire crews will patrol the southern and eastern edges of the fire area to remove sources of heat and improve fire lines.
· Dozers, masticators, and other logging equipment will continue being used to improve fire lines along the power line corridor.
· Crews are finalizing structure assessments in the Stagecoach area and developing a structure protection plan.
Evacuations
· For areas currently under evacuation orders, please go to the Routt County evacuation map at: https://tinyurl.com/MuddySlideEvacMap
Structure damage assessments
· The Routt County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for structure damage assessments. The Sheriff will report that information when confirmed.
County Fire Restrictions
· Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect in Routt County. For details, see https://www.co.routt.co.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=439
National Forest Road Closures and Fire Restrictions
· Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland. There is also an area closure around the fire. For current forest closure and restriction information, see https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mbr/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5139680&width=full
Fire Conditions and Weather
· Temperatures will be cooler, in the mid-60’s, with higher humidity and a chance for afternoon thunderstorms with associated gusty winds.
Muddy Slide Fire Daily Facts June 29 2021
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Current Situation
· The Muddy Slide Fire has reached 14 % containment; the area of containment is located along County Road 16 on the eastern side of the fire as well as in the area of the Muddy Slide. Once newly constructed fire lines are tested by increased temperatures and winds, fire managers may increase the amount of containment reached.
· The public is reminded that the Routt National Forest area closure remains in place for firefighter and public safety.
· A virtual community meeting will be held via the Muddy Slide Facebook page (https://www.facebook.com/MuddySlideFire) on Wednesday, June 30th at 5:00 pm.
Operational plan for today
· A surge of additional resources, including three hotshot crews and a wildfire suppression module will be assisting firefighting operations for the next few days. These additional resources will help construct fire line while removing areas of heat along the fire perimeter.
· Two dozers, a masticator, and logging equipment will continue to be used to improve fire lines along the power line corridor. Additional heavy equipment is expected to arrive today.
· Structure assessments are progressing in the Stagecoach area with about two days of work remaining to develop a structure protection plan.
Evacuations
· For areas currently under evacuation orders, please go to the Routt County evacuation map at: https://tinyurl.com/MuddySlideEvacMap
Structure damage assessments
· The Routt County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for structure damage assessments. The Sheriff will report that information when confirmed.
County Fire Restrictions
· Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect in Routt County. For details, see https://www.co.routt.co.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=439
National Forest Road Closures and Fire Restrictions
· Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland. There is also an area closure around the fire. For current forest closure and restriction information, see https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mbr/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5139680&width=full
Fire Conditions and Weather
· Temperatures are forecast to be warmer today with a slight chance of rain showers.
Muddy Slide Fire Daily Facts June 28 2021
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Current Situation
· With reduced fire behavior and less visible smoke, there has been an increase in the public trying to enter the fire closure area. The Routt National Forest area closure remains in place for public and firefighter safety. Please respect the closure for your own safety.
· Recent precipitation continues to reduce fire behavior, allowing time for fire managers to develop a plan for handling the Muddy Slide Fire as a long duration event.
Operational plan for today
· Fire crews will continue preparing indirect fire lines along the northern perimeter of the fire for possible future burnout operations, which would lessen the chance of fire spread to the north.
· Crews will continue removing heat sources around structures along County Road 16 and scout areas to the east to identify where contingency fire lines may be created as needed.
· Two dozers, a masticator, and logging equipment will continue to be used to improve fire lines along the power line corridor.
· Crews are assessing structures in communities north of the fire to develop a plan for future structure protection.
Evacuations
· For areas currently under evacuation orders, please go to the Routt County evacuation map at: https://tinyurl.com/MuddySlideEvacMap
Structure damage assessments
· The Routt County Sheriff’s Office is responsible for structure damage assessments. The Sheriff will report that information when confirmed.
County Fire Restrictions
· Stage 2 Fire Restrictions are in effect in Routt County. For details, see https://www.co.routt.co.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?AID=439
National Forest Road Closures and Fire Restrictions
· Stage 1 Fire Restrictions are in effect on the Medicine Bow-Routt National Forests and Thunder Basin National Grassland. There is also an area closure around the fire. For current forest closure and restriction information, see https://www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mbr/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5139680&width=full
Fire Conditions and Weather
Temperatures are forecast to be warmer today with a slight chance of rain showers. The warming and drying trend is expected to persist over the next few days.