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BLM Area Closures Mescal 6521

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Publication Type: Closures Sat, 06/05/2021 - 12:00

United States Department of the Interior

BUREAU OF LAND MANAGEMENT

Gila District Office

3201 East Universal Way

Tucson, Arizona 85756

June 05, 2021

EMERGENCY FIRE CLOSURE

Public Lands in Gila County in the Vicinity of the Mescal Fire

Bureau of Land Management

Tucson Field Office

The Mescal Fire began on June 1, 2021 is burning in the Mescal Mountains and on the Needles Eyes Wilderness located on BLM-administered lands, as well as BIA-administered lands, and lands within the San Carlos Apache Reservation. There are also private lands and Arizona State Land Department lands, within the vicinity of the fire. Pursuant to 43 CFR 8351.2-1 or 43 CFR 9212.2 (a) and effective at 10:00 p.m. June 05, 2021 and until rescinded, public access is temporarily prohibited to public lands in Gila County within the Mescal Fire Operational Area as noted below. Closure applies to public lands within the area bounded as follows: · Gila River to the south, · State Highway77 to E. Ranch Creek Road to the west · BIA Road 700 from E. Ranch Creek Road to the west · Reservation Road 660 to the East Temporary Prohibited Acts: 1. Entry to public lands by motorized use, pedestrian or equestrian use, and recreational use unless a specific exemption has been granted. 2. Entry to Needles Eye Wilderness. A violation of this closure is punishable by a fine of not more than $1,000.00 or imprisonment of not more than 12 months, or both. Exempted: Except in emergency conditions or permission by an agency authorized officer, there are no exceptions to this closure. Acting Field Manager Tucson Field Office Bureau of Land Management, Gila District

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Evacuation orders Mescal Fire 6521

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Publication Type: Announcement Sat, 06/05/2021 - 12:00

Evacuation orders are now issued for Coyote Flats Peridot Heights, The San Carlos High School Area and all residents along Route 3. SC Police will be out to advise all residents living in these areas. A temporary shelter is set up at the Apache Gold Casino Bingo Hall, The Gilson Wash Activity Center, and Lee Kornegay Elementary School in Miami AZ. A livestock shelter is also available at the Apache Gold Pavilion. For more information call 928.475.2311

Mescal Fire Update 6521

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Publication Type: News Sat, 06/05/2021 - 12:00

Southwest Area
Incident Management Team

TEAM 5 – MARK BERNAL – INCIDENT COMMANDER

Media Line: 602 428 6976

Public Information Line: 602 428 5397

Hours: 8 am – 8 pm

Email: 2021.mescal@firenet.gov

Evacuations Ordered, SR-77 Highway Closure

Mescal Fire Daily Update June 5, 2021

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Acres: Estimate of 7,903 acres Cause: Under Investigation Containment: 5% Total personnel: 402

Start Date: Monday, June 1, 2021 Location: 12 mi SE of Globe, AZ; 7 mi NE of Dripping Springs, AZ Fuels: Desert Brush, Oak, and grass Announcement: There will be a virtual community meeting tonight, Saturday, June 5, 2021, at 8:00 pm. This will be broadcast live on the Mescal Fire Information Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/Mescal-Fire-Information-101095532201192 Overview: The Mescal Fire burned actively throughout the day, driven by gusty winds. During the afternoon the decision was made to evacuate residents on the east side of Highway 77 near El Capitan. That was followed by the order to evacuate Soda Canyon near San Carlos Lake. State Route 77 is closed between Winkelman and US Highway 70 due to the fire. Fire Update: Fire activity increased on Friday due to gusty winds which pushed the fire north and east. The fire remains south of Hog Mountain and Old San Carlos Highway. Overnight, firefighters built fireline and burned along the 600 and 740 roads to protect the community of Soda Canyon in anticipation of the windy weather expected today. On Friday, firefighters will continue to work to hold the fire south of the 600 Road, east of the 700 Road, and west of Indian Route 3. Air tankers and helicopters are being utilized extensively to support firefighters on the ground as weather conditions allow. Crews are working hard to protect the powerline which provides service to San Carlos and Peridot. The line remains operational. Weather: Strong and gusty west to southwest winds will occur across the area this afternoon and evening and a Red Flag Warning has been issued. The fire will move through canyons and drainages and across the ridge tops. Highs will remain in the mid- 90s. These conditions will allow for a fast moving fire with the potential to grow rapidly. Ready, Set, Go: The Southwest Area Incident Management Team is using the Ready, Set, Go Program to inform the community on how to prepare ahead of an emergency. READY: Stands for Prepare now and be aware of hazards that can threaten your community. Build an emergency supplies kit, starting with the five P’s: people and pet supplies, prescriptions, papers, personal needs and priceless items. SET: Be alert as there is significant danger in your area. Consider voluntarily relocating to a shelter or with family/friends outside of the affected area. GO!: Evacuate now because the danger in in your area is current and life-threatening. Evacuate immediately to a shelter or to family/friends outside the affected area. Follow instructions from emergency personnel, and stay on designated evacuation routes. The following communities are in “Go” and evacuation orders have been issued: · Soda Canyon · Residents of El Capitan living on the east side of State Route 77 The following communities are in “SET” and should get prepared and alert for updates:
· Coyote Flats · Peridot South · Lower Peridot · Skill Center · T11 Ranch · Beverly Hills
Highway Closures: The Arizona Department of Transportation has closed State Route 77, between Winkelman and US Highway 70, due to smoke and to allow firefighters to travel to and work safely in the area. Smoke: An Air Resource Advisor has been assigned to the Mescal Fire, and will begin to develop daily smoke reports for areas potentially affected by the fire. Smoke is drifting to the east and northeast and monitors will help monitor smoke effects. The Daily Air Quality Index can be found by visiting Arizona Department of Environmental Quality at https://azdeq.gov/node/5914; or by downloading the Air Arizona mobile app on your smartphone. (https://azdeq.gov/airaz) Values: Firefighter and public safety are the highest priorities on these fires. Firefighters are also working to protect the communities of San Carlos, Peridot, El Capitan, Drippings Springs, Soda Canyon, Skill Center and Beverly Hills; Mescal and T11 ranches, the powerline supplying San Carlos and Peridot, as well as historic and cultural sites within the fire area. More Information:

Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7507/

Mescal Fire Information Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mescal-Fire-Information-101095532201192

Highway Closure Information: https://az511.gov/

Evacuation Information:

· Gila County Health and Emergency Management Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/gilacohealthem/ · San Carlos Apache Tribe Emergency Response Commission: https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Public Government-Service/San-Carlos-Apache-Tribe-Emergency-Response-Commission-2515267281822769/

Ready, Set, Go: https://ein

Mescal June 4 Morning Update

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Publication Type: News Fri, 06/04/2021 - 12:00

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Southwest Area
Incident Management Team

TEAM 5 – MARK BERNAL – INCIDENT COMMANDER

Public Information Line: 602-345-0246

Hours: 8 am – 4 pm

Email: 2021.mescal@firenet.com

Bernal Type 2 Team Taking Command of Mescal

Mescal Fire – Date Daily Update

Acres: 2,362 Cause: Under Investigation Containment: 0% Total personnel: Approximately 200

Start Date: Monday, June 1, 2021 Location: 16 mi SE of Globe, AZ; 7 mi NE of Dripping Springs, AZ Fuels: Desert Brush, Oak, and grass

Overview: The Type 2 Southwest Incident Management Team #5, led by Incident Commander Mark Bernal will take command of the Mescal fire at 0800 on Friday, June 4, 2021. The Mescal Fire continues to burn approximately 7 miles northeast of Dripping Springs and 16 miles southeast of Globe, has been mapped at 2,362 acres.

Fire Update: Crews provide point protection for powerlines that provide power to San Carlos Reservation and several area communities. There is minimal fire activity today in the vicinity of the powerlines with no immediate threats. A Type 2 Incident Management Team will take command of this fire tomorrow at 0600.

Weather: Thunderstorms possible through Friday, June 4th. Gusty winds are expected. Closures and Restrictions: The State of Arizona issued fire restrictions Effective May 26, 2021. Stage II Fire Restrictions now in place on state lands within Cochise, Graham, Greenlee, Pima, Pinal, and Santa Cruz Counties. Stage I Fire Restrictions in place on state lands within Apache, Coconino Gila, La Paz, Maricopa, Mohave, Navajo, Pinal, Yavapai, and Yuma Counties. Target shooting and fireworks are never allowed at any time of the year. More information can be found at https://dffm.az.gov/fire-restrictions Smoke: May be visible to surrounding communities beginning mid-morning and lasting into the evening. More Information:

Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7507/

Mescal Fire Information Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mescal-Fire-Information-101095532201192

BLM-Arizona Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BLMArizona

San Carlos Apache Forest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SCATFORESTRY

San Carlos Apache Tribe Emergency Response Commission Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/San-Carlos-Apache-Tribe-Emergency-Response-Commission-2515267281822769

Mescal Fire Area Closures 6421

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Publication Type: Closures Fri, 06/04/2021 - 12:00

Area Closures: At Chairman Rambler’s request for the safety of Tribal members and individuals wanting to recreate at the San Carlos Lake, the following area closure is in effect: San Carlos lands west of Route 3 and Old San Carlos road south to the Reservation border are closed to all entry. There is also a rumor about the power transmission lines being shut down. That is only a rumor and the line remains on. Evacuations: Soda Canyon Area is in “Go” status. Community north of Route 3 and Old San Carlos Junction up to Highway 70 and the Beverly Hills Community area are in “Set” status. Evacuation Site is being set up by the Red Cross at the Apache Gold Casino. For more evacuation information please contact the following TERC representatives: David Reede – 928-200-6265 Kailyle Moses – 928-961-6707 Kevin Cassadore – 928-200-9934

Evacuation Alert for El Capitan Area

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Publication Type: Announcement Fri, 06/04/2021 - 12:00

County Evacuation Order Animal Info

Road Closures SR77 due to fire

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Publication Type: Closures Fri, 06/04/2021 - 12:00

Roads closed due to fire on SR-77: Northbound from W 3rd St (135) to E Bar F Bar Ranch Rd (170) . Lane Closed. SR-77 Southbound from Pipeline Rd (170) to E Cobo Ln (135) . Lane Closed.

Ignitions Complete on 2021 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn

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Publication Type: News Wed, 06/09/2021 - 12:00

SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. June 9, 2021 – As of this afternoon, ignitions are complete on the 2021 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn in Sequoia National Park. In all, approximately 28 acres between the Sequoia National Park entrance station and the Foothills Visitor Center, one mile inside the park, and Hospital Rock Picnic Area were treated. Nearly twelve of those acres in the foothills were treated manually through the grazing of the parks’ stock animals or through weed eating. “We are grateful for the assistance from our partners with Tulare County Fire Department and the Tulare Unit of CAL FIRE on this prescribed burn,” said Andrew Cremers, fuels specialist, Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks. ”By working together, we strengthen our relationship among agencies and our commitment to the community of Three Rivers.”
Visitors to the parks may see fire effects along the Generals Highway between the Sequoia National Park Entrance Station and Tunnel Rock and are asked to exercise caution near recently burned areas, as embers and hot spots can persist after active fire has stopped. Light smoke may be visible in the area for several days as the remaining fuels continue to be consumed.
Information about this prescribed burn will be post to the parks’ website, social media pages, and Inciweb at https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7505

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About Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks’ Fire Management Program For over fifty years, our mission has been to use the full range of options and strategies available to manage fire in the parks. This includes protecting park resources, employees, and the public from unwanted fire; building and maintaining fire resilient ecosystems; reducing the threat to local communities from wildfires emanating from the parks or adjacent lands; and recruiting, training, and retaining a professional fire management workforce.

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Ignitions Started on 2021 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn in Sequoia National

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Publication Type: News Sun, 06/06/2021 - 12:00

SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. June 6, 2021 – Following a successful test burn and with concurrence from fire management staff and parks’ leadership, the 2021 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn has started. Ignitions will continue each day through June 9, 2021 While conducting prescribed burns, fire managers constantly take weather readings and monitor fire behavior to ensure that projects like this are not only being safely done but also meeting objectives. Crews are prepared to stop ignitions should conditions become unsuitable for burning, and resume when conditions return to an appropriate range. Ignitions on this prescribed burn are occurring early in the morning to take advantage of the cooler temperatures.
The 2021 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn consists of 12 segments, for a total of approximately 40 acres between the Sequoia National Park entrance station and the Foothills Visitor Center, one mile inside the park.
Information about this prescribed burn will be post to the parks’ website, social media pages, and Inciweb at https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7505
Visitors may see smoke, active fire, and firefighters during the burn, and are asked to drive slowly and follow all firefighter instructions. Smoke impacts are expected to be minimal and short-lived, as the vegetation in the unit is chiefly fine fuels that will be consumed quickly. Visitors can learn more about air quality and smoke by visiting www.airnow.gov or www.valleyair.org.

2021 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn Scheduled June 6 June 9

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Publication Type: News Thu, 07/01/2021 - 12:00

SEQUOIA NATIONAL PARK, Calif. June 1, 2021 – After a one-year hiatus, fire managers with Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks have scheduled the annual Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn in the foothills of Sequoia National Park, near the parks’ headquarters and entrance station along the main road, Generals Highway. Ignitions are planned to begin on June 6, 2021 and continue through June 9, 2021.

Prescribed burning in the parks’ foothills ecosystem reduces concentrations of fine fuels such as exotic grasses that aid in the rapid spread of wildfire; a critical factor that later in the year could limit access for first responders and hamper evacuations.

“The benefits of this prescribed burn are that our parks’ historic buildings and critical infrastructure will be better protected in the event of an unwanted wildfire,” said John Ziegler, parks’ fire management officer. “Please drive with caution when you see us as we complete this critical work.”

The 2021 Ash Mountain Prescribed Burn consists of 12 segments, for a total of approximately 40 acres between the Sequoia National Park entrance station and the Foothills Visitor Center, one mile inside the park. Nearly seven of those acres in the foothills are being treated manually through the grazing of the parks’ stock animals.

Information about this prescribed burn will be post to the parks’ website, social media pages, and Inciweb at https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7505

Visitors may see smoke, active fire, and firefighters during the burn, and are asked to drive slowly and follow all firefighter instructions. Smoke impacts are expected to be minimal and short-lived, as the vegetation in the unit is chiefly fine fuels that will be consumed quickly. Visitors can learn more about air quality and smoke by visiting www.airnow.gov or www.valleyair.org.

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About Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks’ Fire Management Program

For over fifty years, our mission has been to use the full range of options and strategies available to manage fire in the parks. This includes protecting park resources, employees, and the public from unwanted fire; building and maintaining fire resilient ecosystems; reducing the threat to local communities from wildfires emanating from the parks or adjacent lands; and recruiting, training, and retaining a professional fire management workforce.

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