BRATTAIN FIRE UPDATE

September 20, 2020 @ 9 AM

Yesterday:
Lines in all areas of the fire seem to be holding well. There is still a lot of heat on the interior, and smoky conditions continue, with most smoke coming from about 200 acres burning on the interior in the northwest corner of the fire. Mop-up and line patrol operations were a focus, and there was no major fire perimeter growth. Cooler temperatures moved in, making conditions favorable for operations to shift resources and allow us to move into more of a rehabilitation mode. Strategic burning operations moved into a more occasional status instead of constant. We held a virtual community meeting on Facebook, so if you missed it you can still view it on our Facebook page @R6FWNF.

Today:
Fire managers were able to lower the profile of night operations last night, a positive development. Expect the same creeping and smoldering we saw yesterday, with smoke mostly coming from the interior in the northwest corner of the fire. We will continue mop-up and patrol lines in all divisions. Firing operations will be used to hasten burning of unburned fuels in the interior islands to reinforce fire control lines. Mild, southwest terrain-driven winds are expected. Higher humidity is expected this morning, with temps warming in the afternoon and humidity lowering to around 15%. No red flag warnings are expected. We are moving into more active repair/rehab operations, and a special rehab module is being mobilized to focus specifically on these activities. Crews have four or five more days of activity before a reduction in personnel will occur.

Evacuations:
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has updated the following evacuation notices:

Level 3 (Go) – South of the Murphy Ranch on Clover Flat Road east to Valley Falls 

Level 2 (Set) – Highway 31 from Summer Lake Store south to Red House Lane, all of Paisley to Valley Falls; Clover Flat Road from Hwy 31 (Beachler’s Corner) to Murphy Ranch

Level 1 (Ready) – Highway 31 from Summer Lake Store to Picture Rock Pass; Highway 395 from Valley Falls east to Chandler State Park

Forest Closure:
From Forest Road 29 southeast to Forest Road 3510 and the 28 Road east, all National Forest System lands and facilities are closed per Forest Closure Order 06-02-03-20-03. Forest Road 3315 is closed; the 28 Road is open.

Summary:
The Brattain fire started on September 7, 2020 and is currently burning on the Paisley Ranger District of the Fremont-Winema National Forest. The Eastern Area Incident Management Team is currently managing the fire. Firefighting crews continue to operate on a 24-hour schedule and are battling winds, extremely dry conditions and shortages of firefighting resources.

SIZE:  50,409 acres
CONTAINMENT:  49%
CAUSE:  Human
PERSONNEL:  498

FIRE INFORMATION:
541-947-6243
2020.brattain@firenet.gov
INCIWEB:
inciweb.nwcg.gov
search “Brattain Fire”
Facebook:
facebook.com, search:
Fremont-Winema National Forest @R6FWNF
South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership @SCOFMPFIREINFO

LEVEL 3 EVACUATION
South of the Murphy Ranch on Clover Flat Road east to Valley Falls 

LEVEL 2 EVACUATION
Hwy 31 from Summer Lake Store south to Red House Lane, all of Paisley down to Valley Falls; Clover Flat Rd from Hwy 31/Beachler’s Corner to Murphy Ranch

LEVEL 1 EVACUATION
Hwy 31 from Summer Lake Store to Picture Rock Pass; Hwy 395 from Valley Falls east to Chandler State Park
The Red Cross has closed the evacuation area at the Lake County Fairgrounds.

SAFETY:
Hwy 31 is open but anticipate heavy fire traffic. Avoid the area if possible.
Temporary Flight Restrictions are in effect. Avoid drone use and report drones to law enforcement.

BRATTAIN FIRE UPDATE

September 19, 2020 @ 9 AM

Yesterday:
After five consecutive days of Red Flag conditions, a frontal passage brought erratic winds, but cooler temperatures and increased humidity. No precipitation was received but crews were able to stop the forward progression of the fire in the northwest and southeast corners last night. This was accomplished with the support of eight helicopters, Crews finished mopping up along the northeast quadrant of the fire; all resources were moved to other priority areas. Crews and heavy equipment continued to widen and strengthen lines and conduct hoselay operations in the south and suppress a few hot spot fires near Clover Flat Road. A local timber company constructed a contingency line tying into the Ben Young burn scar. Crews will continue to look for hot spots and continue mop-up operations. 

Today:
A virtual community meeting will be live tonight, Saturday, September 19th at 7 pm on the Fremont-Winema National Forest Facebook page or on KPAI 103.1 FM.  Topics include: summary of operations, weather and evacuation updates. While the weather is more favorable, anticipate another active fire day today. The east will be in patrol status; access roads will be open to allow for resource advisors to assess rehabilitation strategies. Heavy equipment will continue to improve contingency lines and look for hot spots along the south flank of the fire where fire was seen creeping and smoldering yesterday; northwest winds will test these lines today. Expect to see several aircraft working the fire. Crews will be seizing opportunities to increase fireline construction and containment with the favorable weather over the coming days.

Evacuations:
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has updated the following evacuation notices:

Level 3 (Go) – Highway 31 from Summer Lake Store south to Red House Lane (north of Paisley). Clover Flat Road from Valley Falls east to Moon Ranch.

Level 2 (Set) – All of Paisley – from Red House Lane, continuing south on Highway 31 to Valley Falls/the junction with U.S. Hwy 395. Clover Flat Road from the intersection with Hwy 31 (Beachler’s Corner) south to Murphy Ranch. From Summer Lake Store north along Highway 31 to the top of Picture Rock Pass.

Level 1 (Ready) – Valley Falls approximately 5 miles south on Hwy 395 to Chandler State Park.
Forest Closure:
From Forest Road 29 southeast to Forest Road 3510 and the 28 Road east, all National Forest System lands and facilities are closed per Forest Closure Order 06-02-03-20-03. Forest Road 3315 is closed; the 28 Road is open.

Summary:
The Brattain fire started on September 7th, 2020 and is currently burning on the Paisley Ranger District of the Fremont-Winema National Forest.  The Eastern Area Incident Management Team is currently managing the fire.  Firefighting crews continue to operate on a 24-hour schedule and are battling winds, extremely dry conditions and shortages of firefighting resources.

SIZE:  47,243 acres
CONTAINMENT:  44%
CAUSE:  Human
PERSONNEL:  437

FIRE INFORMATION:
541-947-6243
2020.brattain@firenet.gov
INCIWEB:
inciweb.nwcg.gov
search “Brattain Fire”
Facebook:
facebook.com, search:
Fremont-Winema National Forest @R6FWNF
South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership @SCOFMPFIREINFO

LEVEL 3 EVACUATION
Hwy 31 from Summer Lake Store south to Red House Ln (north of Paisley). Clover Flat Rd from Valley Falls east to Moon Ranch.

LEVEL 2 EVACUATION
All of Paisley – HWY 31 south from Red House Ln to Valley Falls. Clover Flat Rd from Hwy 31 to Murphy Ranch. Hwy 31 north from Summer Lake Store to Picture Rock Pass.

LEVEL 1 EVACUATION
Valley Falls south on Hwy 395 to Chandler State Park.
The Red Cross has an evacuation area at the Lake County Fairgrounds.

SAFETY:
Hwy 31 is open but anticipate congestion due to heavy fire traffic. Avoid the area if possible.

Temporary Flight Restrictions are in effect. Avoid drone use and report drones to law enforcement.

BRATTAIN FIRE UPDATE

September 18, 2020 @ 9 AM

Yesterday:
Another very active day for firefighting resources yesterday battling the elevated fire conditions but seizing opportunities to increase fireline construction and containment. Crews constructed fireline in the southwest corner of the fire and in the northwest quadrant of the fire.  They were supported by numerous helicopters.  Containment lines in the northeast and east flanks of the fire held as crews patrolled for hotspots.  Fire behavior and accessibility allowed crews to continue the direct attack in the southern area of the fire with handcrews, engines and dozers. Logging equipment and masticators or “brushcutters” continue to improve Forest Roads 3360 and 3510 as a contingency line along the south flank of the fire.      

Today:
After five consecutive days of Red Flag conditions, a much-needed reprieve in the weather is expected late this afternoon after a frontal passage.  This will bring erratic winds but cooler temperatures and a chance of precipitation. Crews will continue mop-up and patrol along the north and east side of the fire along Hwy 31. Crews and heavy equipment will continue to widen and strengthen lines and conduct hoselay operations in the south and look for any spot fires near Clover Flat Road.  Dozers will continue line construction in the northwest quadrant of the fire to increase containment.  Improved weather conditions and possible precipitation will greatly improve the ability for crews and equipment to go direct and construct fireline.  

Evacuations:
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has updated the following evacuation notices:

Level 3 (Go) – Highway 31 from Summer Lake Store south to Red House Lane (north of Paisley). Clover Flat Road from Valley Falls east to Moon Ranch.

Level 2 (Set) – All of Paisley – from Red House Lane, continuing south on Highway 31 to Valley Falls/the junction with U.S. Hwy 395. Clover Flat Road from the intersection with Hwy 31 (Beachler’s Corner) south to Murphy Ranch. From Summer Lake Store north along Highway 31 to the top of Picture Rock Pass.

Level 1 (Ready) – Valley Falls approximately 5 miles south on Hwy 395 to Chandler State Park.

Forest Closure:
From Forest Road 29 southeast to Forest Road 3510 and the 28 Road east, all National Forest System lands and facilities are closed per Forest Closure Order 06-02-03-20-03. Forest Road 3315 is closed; the 28 Road is open.

Summary:
The Brattain fire started on September 7th, 2020 and is currently burning on the Paisley Ranger District of the Fremont-Winema National Forest.  The Eastern Area Incident Management Team is currently managing the fire.  Firefighting crews continue to operate on a 24-hour schedule and are battling winds, extremely dry conditions and shortages of firefighting resources.

SIZE:  44,800 acres
CONTAINMENT:  30%
CAUSE:  Human
PERSONNEL:  437

FIRE INFORMATION:
541-947-6243
2020.brattain@firenet.gov
INCIWEB:
inciweb.nwcg.gov
search “Brattain Fire”
Facebook:
facebook.com, search:
Fremont-Winema National Forest @R6FWNF
South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership @SCOFMPFIREINFO

LEVEL 3 EVACUATION
Hwy 31 from Summer Lake Store south to Red House Ln (north of Paisley). Clover Flat Rd from Valley Falls east to Moon Ranch.

LEVEL 2 EVACUATION
All of Paisley – HWY 31 south from Red House Ln to Valley Falls. Clover Flat Rd from Hwy 31 to Murphy Ranch. Hwy 31 north from Summer Lake Storeto Picture Rock Pass.

LEVEL 1 EVACUATION
Valley Falls south on Hwy 395 to Chandler State Park.
The Red Cross established an evacuation area at the Lake County Fairgrounds.

SAFETY:
Hwy 31 is open but anticipate congestion due to heavy fire traffic. Avoid the area if possible.

Temporary Flight Restrictions are in effect. Avoid drone use and report drones to law enforcement.

BRATTAIN FIRE UPDATE

September 17, 2020 @ 9 AM

Yesterday:
Additional aircraft, more engines and hotshot crews arrived at the incident.  In the northwest, containment lines were established using roads, dozer lines, natural breaks and old burn scars. Forest Road 3510 and Clover Flat Road were prepped as containment lines on the south and southwest perimeters where the fire was creeping downslope.  Dozer lines were able to tie in on the northwest with good black line near the Ben Young fire scar.  As the day progressed, direct fire attack tactics were implemented in the south to protect private property, critical infrastructure and timber resources.

Today:
Another critical day for firefighting resources today as another Red Flag Warning is in effect from 2 – 8 pm, with an eye to some much-needed reprieve in the weather going into Friday with cooler temperatures, lighter winds and a slight chance of precipitation. In the north and east along Hwy 31, containment lines are holding nicely as crews will continue to monitor and patrol looking for any hotspots. Fire officials have been moving resources from these secured areas over to the south and west side of the fire.  Fire behavior and accessibility should allow crews to continue direct attack in the southern area of the fire with handcrews, engines and dozers. Along Forest Road 3360, dozer lines will connect for an extended containment line with possible firing operations in this area. Expect to see several aircraft working the fire today.   

Evacuations:
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has issued the following evacuation notices:

Level 3 (Go) – Hwy 31 from Summer Lake Store south to include all of Paisley, south on Highway 31 to Valley Falls/the junction with Hwy 395. All of Clover Flat Road from the intersection with Hwy 31 (Beachler’s Corner) south to Valley Falls. West of Hwy 31 west of Forest Road 28

Level 2 (Set) – From Summer Lake Store north along Hwy 31 to the top of Picture Rock Pass

Level 1 (Ready) – Abert Lake area southeast on US 395, south on Hwy 31 to Chandler State Park approximately 5 miles south of Valley Falls.

The Red Cross has an evacuation area at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Lakeview (1900 North 4th St.)

Forest Closure:
From Forest Road 29 southeast to Forest Road 3510 and the 28 Road east, all National Forest System lands and facilities are closed per Forest Closure Order 06-02-03-20-03. Forest Road 3315 is closed; the 28 Road is open.

Summary:
The Brattain fire started on September 7th, 2020 and is currently burning on the Paisley Ranger District of the Fremont-Winema National Forest.  The Eastern Area Incident Management Team is currently managing the fire.  Firefighting crews continue to operate on a 24-hour schedule and are battling winds, extremely dry conditions and shortages of firefighting resources.

SIZE:  44,800 acres
CONTAINMENT:  20%
CAUSE:  Human
PERSONNEL:  407

FIRE INFORMATION:
541-947-6243
2020.brattain@firenet.gov
INCIWEB:
inciweb.nwcg.gov
search “Brattain Fire”
Facebook:
www.facebook.com search:
Fremont-Winema National Forest @R6FWNF
South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership @SCOFMPFIREINFO

LEVEL 3 EVACUATION
Hwy 31 from Forest Rd 29; Paisley; south on Clover Flat Road (both roads) to Valley Falls; Forest Rd 29 north to Summer Lake Store

LEVEL 2 EVACUATION
Hwy 31 from Summer Lake Store north to Picture Rock Pass

LEVEL 1 EVACUATION
Abert Lake southeast on US 395 south on Hwy 31 to Chandler State Park
The Red Cross has an evacuation area at the Lake County Fairgounds.

SAFETY:
Anticipate congestion on Hwy 31 due to fire traffic. Please use caution and avoid the area.

Temporary Flight Restrictions are in effect. Avoid drone use and report drones to law enforcement.

BRATTAIN FIRE UPDATE

September 16, 2020 @ 9 AM

Yesterday:
The most significant fire growth continues to be on the northwest perimeter with active movement north and west overnight. To combat this, 3 dozers, numerous engines, and 1 hotshot crew were dispatched to this area. Patrols continued work in the northeast and east to reinforce black line and protect property. Dozer work in the south tied in with Forest Road 3510 and existing black line from previous fires this season, making continued progress with containment. A virtual public meeting video from last night is available on the Fremont-Winema National Forest Facebook page.

Today:
Warm and dry conditions coupled with strong, gusty winds will again present challenges.  A Red Flag Warning is in effect from 1-8 PM.  Additional aircraft and hotshot crews are anticipated.  In the northwest, work will include establishing containment lines using roads, dozer line construction, natural breaks and old burn scars.  Firefighters in this area continue to work around the clock. Forest Road 3510 and Clover Flat Road are being prepped as holding lines on the south and southwest perimeters. Additional fire vehicles and equipment will be present in the area.  Please use caution when traveling on Hwy 31. Direct fire attack tactics will be implemented as soon as weather conditions permit to protect private property, critical infrastructure and natural and cultural resources.

Evacuations:
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has issued the following evacuation notices:

Level 3 (Go) – Hwy 31 from Summer Lake Store south to include all of Paisley, south on Highway 31 to Valley Falls/the junction with Hwy 395. All of Clover Flat Road from the intersection with Hwy 31 (Beachler’s Corner) south to Valley Falls. West of Hwy 31 west of Forest Road 28

Level 2 (Set) – From Summer Lake Store north along Hwy 31 to the top of Picture Rock Pass

Level 1 (Ready) – Abert Lake area southeast on US 395, south on Hwy 31 to Chandler State Park approximately 5 miles south of Valley Falls.

The Red Cross has an evacuation area at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Lakeview (1900 North 4th St.)

Forest Closure:
From Forest Road 29 southeast to Forest Road 3510 and the 28 Road east, all National Forest System lands and facilities are closed per Forest Closure Order 06-02-03-20-03. Forest Road 3315 is closed; the 28 Road is open.

Summary:
The Brattain fire started on September 7th, 2020 and is currently burning on the Paisley Ranger District of the Fremont-Winema National Forest.  The Eastern Area Incident Management Team is currently managing the fire.  Firefighting crews continue to operate on a 24-hour schedule and are battling winds, extremely dry conditions and shortages of firefighting resources.

SIZE:  40,316 acres
CONTAINMENT:  17%
CAUSE:  Human
PERSONNEL:  359

FIRE INFORMATION:
541-947-6243
2020.brattain@firenet.gov
INCIWEB:
inciweb.nwcg.gov
search “Brattain Fire”
Facebook:
www.facebook.com search:
Fremont-Winema National Forest @R6FWNF
South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership @SCOFMPFIREINFO
LEVEL 3 EVACUATION
Hwy 31 from Forest Rd 29; Paisley; south on Clover Flat Road (both roads) to Valley Falls; Forest Rd 29 north to Summer Lake Store

LEVEL 2 EVACUATION
Hwy 31 from Summer Lake Store north to Picture Rock Pass

LEVEL 1 EVACUATION
Abert Lake southeast on US 395 south on Hwy 31 to Chandler State Park
The Red Cross has an evacuation area at the Lake County Fairgounds.

SAFETY:
Anticipate congestion on Hwy 31 due to fire traffic. Please use caution and avoid the area.

Temporary Flight Restrictions are in effect. Avoid drone use and report drones to law enforcement.

BRATTAIN FIRE UPDATE

September 15, 2020 @ 9 AM

Virtual Community Meeting: Tonight @ 7:00 PM.  Watch on Fremont-Winema National Forest Facebook page or listen live on KPAI 103.1 FM.

Yesterday:
Containment line has been established in the northeastern area of the fire along Hwy 31.  Patrols continued work in the northeast and east to reinforce black line and protect property.  Dozer work in the southern portion of the fire made significant progress and crews continued structural protection work in these areas. The most significant fire growth occurred on the northwest perimeter as the fire crossed the Chewaucan River in the evening.  Additional fire resources were assigned to this area due to fire spread.

Today:
Warm and dry conditions coupled with strong, gusty winds will continue to be a challenge.  A Red Flag Warning is in effect from 12 – 8 PM.  Additional firefighting ground resources and aircraft are expected to arrive to bolster efforts.  Forest Road 3510 and Clover Flat Road are being prepped as holding lines and mop up work will continue on the south and southwest perimeters. Establishing containment lines and structure protection are a priority in the northwest region of the fire. 

Evacuations:
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has issued the following evacuation notices:

Level 3 (Go) – Hwy 31 from Government Harvey Road/Forest Road 29 south to include all of Paisley, south on Highway 31 to Valley Falls/the junction with Hwy 395; All of Clover Flat Road from the intersection with Hwy 31 (Beachler’s Corner) south to Valley Falls.

Level 2 (Set) – From Government Harvey Road/Forest Road 29 north to Summer Lake Store.

Level 1 (Ready) – From Summer Lake Store north along Hwy 31 to the top of Picture Rock Pass; Abert Lake area southeast on US 395, south on Hwy 31 to Chandler State Park approximately 5 miles south of Valley Falls.

The Red Cross has an evacuation area at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Lakeview (1900 North 4th St.). 

Forest Closure:
From Forest Road 29 southeast to Forest Road 3510 and from the 28 Road east, all National Forest System lands and facilities are closed per Forest Closure Order 06-02-03-20-03. Forest Road 3315 is closed; the 28 Road is open.

Summary:
The Brattain fire started on September 7th, 2020 and is currently burning on the Paisley Ranger District of the Fremont-Winema National Forest.  The Eastern Area Incident Management Team is currently managing the fire.  Firefighting crews continue to operate on a 24-hour schedule and are battling winds, extremely dry conditions and shortages of firefighting resources.

SIZE:  34,151 acres
CONTAINMENT:  15%
CAUSE:  Human
PERSONNEL:  278

FIRE INFORMATION:
541-947-6243
2020.brattain@firenet.gov
INCIWEB:
inciweb.nwcg.gov
search “Brattain Fire”
Facebook:
www.facebook.com search:
Fremont-Winema National Forest @R6FWNF
South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership @SOCFMPFIREINFO

LEVEL 3 EVACUATION
Hwy 31 from Forest Rd 29; Paisley; south & Clover Flat Road (both roads) to Valley Falls

LEVEL 2 EVACUATION
From Forest Rd 29 north to Summer Lake Store

LEVEL 1 EVACUATION
Hwy 31 from Summer Lake Store north to Picture Rock Pass; Abert Lake southeast on US 395; Hwy 31 south to Chandler State Park
The Red Cross has an evacuation area at the Lake County Fairgounds.

SAFETY:
Anticipate congestion on Hwy 31 due to fire traffic. Please use caution and avoid the area.

BRATTAIN FIRE UPDATE

September 14, 2020

Virtual public meeting for the Brattain Fire is scheduled for Tuesday, September 15th at 7:00 PM on the Fremont-Winema Facebook page. The Brattain fire is currently burning approximately 10 miles south of Paisley. The fire is burning in sagebrush-juniper with stringers of Ponderosa Pine in steep, rugged terrain with limited access points and high winds.  Firefighting crews continue to operate on a 24-hour schedule and are battling winds and extremely dry conditions.

Yesterday’s Operations:
Firing operations to protect Paisley and surrounding areas were successful in preparation for the Red Flag Warning for strong, gusty winds and low relative humidity.  Erratic winds hampered control efforts along Hwy 31, causing a temporary road closure and a few spot fires, all of which are under control. 

Today’s Operations:
The Eastern Area Incident Management Team transitioned with local fire management today, allowing for more resources to be assigned to the fire. Firefighters continue to monitor and patrol yesterday’s firing operation to protect the community of Paisley and surrounding areas on the north/northeastern perimeter of the fire.  Additional firing operations to defend control lines are planned if weather conditions allow.  Efforts to secure fire lines and check on residences on the southern portion of the fire will also be a primary focus as the fire grew in this area overnight. A Red Flag Warning is in effect today until 9 PM and a Fire Weather Watch is in place for tomorrow due to strong gusty winds and low relative humidity.

Evacuations:
The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has issued the following evacuation notices:

Level 3 (Go) – All of Paisley, from Red House Lane (north of Paisley), south on Highway 31 to Valley Falls/the junction with U.S. Hwy 395; All of Clover Flat Road from the intersection with Hwy 31 (Beachler’s Corner) south to Valley Falls.

Level 1 (Be Ready) – From Red House Lane north along Hwy 31 to the intersection with Government Harvey Road/Forest Road 29.
The Red Cross has an evacuation area at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Lakeview (1900 North 4th St.).  There will be fire information there as well. 

Closures:
The Fremont-Winema National Forest issued emergency fire closure order 06-02-03-20-03 for the area east Forest Road 28 and south of Forest Road 29 (Government Harvey).  Forest Road 29 is closed; Forest Road 28 remains open.  Forest Road 33 is closed at the Forest Boundary south of Paisley to the junction with Forest Road 28.  Forest Road 3510, which makes the southern edge of the closure area is closed, as is Forest Road 3510-018 from Clover Flat Road to the Forest Boundary, and Forest Road 3315 at the intersection with Mill Street in Paisley.  All recreation sites within the closure area are closed. 

SIZE:  30,000 acres
CONTAINMENT:  0%
CAUSE:  Human
PERSONNEL:  264
Management:
Eastern Area Incident Management Team

FIRE INFORMATION:
541-947-6243
2020.brattain@firenet.gov
INCIWEB:
inciweb.nwcg.gov
search “Brattain Fire”
Facebook:
www.facebook.com search:
Fremont-Winema National Forest @R6FWNF
South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership @SOCFMPFIREINFO

LEVEL 3 EVACUATION
Paisley; Hwy 31 & Clover Flat Road (both roads) to Valley Falls
LEVEL 1 EVACUATION
North of Paisley

SAFETY:
Paisley Schools – Closed September 14-15.

Anticipate congestion on Hwy 31 due to fire traffic. Please use caution and avoid the area.

Fremont-Winema National Forest Public Use Restriction Order Number 06-02-03-20-02

Fremont-Winema National Forest Closure Order Number 06-02-03-20-03

Incident Commander: Coley Neider 

 
Size: 20,000 acres
Containment: 0%
Cause: Human
Personnel: 220

Eastern Area Incident Management Team Silver – Type 2; Transitioning/ Taking Command at 0600 Monday

Fire Prevention:
Area firefighters are at capacity.  Please be careful with anything that can throw a spark or start a wildfire! 

Fire Information:
541-947-6243
rewinnf@gmail.com
INCIWEB: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/7172
Facebook: www.facebook.com/SCOFMPFIREINFO
www.facebook.com/R6FWNF

The virtual community meeting scheduled at 7:00 p.m. tonight for the Brattain Fire has been canceled.  A new meeting date and time has not been determined.  The Brattain fire is currently burning approximately 10 miles south of Paisley.  The fire is burning in sagebrush-juniper with stringers of Ponderosa Pine in steep, rugged terrain with limited access points and high winds.

Yesterday’s Operations:

Firing operations around Paisley were successful in preparation for today’s Red Flag Warning for strong, gusty winds and low relative humidity.

Today’s Operations:

Gusty erratic winds today hampered control efforts on the fire, causing numerous slop-overs and spot fires.  Firefighters are battling winds and extremely dry conditions.  Conditions are expected to be similar tomorrow.  Firefighters continue to monitor and patrol yesterday’s firing operation to protect the community of Paisley and the surrounding area.

If you do not need to be in the area, please leave!  This is for public safety and to allow firefighters to focus on their job.  This includes avoiding State Highway 31 and adhering to local road closures.

Evacuations:

The Lake County Sheriff’s Office has issued the following evacuation notices:

Level 3 (Go) – All of Paisley, from Red House Lane (north of Paisley), south on Highway 31 to Valley Falls/the junction with U.S. Hwy 395; All of Clover Flat Road from the intersection with Hwy 31 (Beachler’s Corner) south to Valley Falls.

Level 1 (Be Ready) – From Red House Lane north along Hwy 31 to the intersection with Government Harvey Road/Forest Road 29.

The Red Cross has an evacuation area at the Lake County Fairgrounds in Lakeview (1900 North 4th St.).  There will be fire information there as well. 

Closures:

The Fremont-Winema National Forest issued emergency fire closure order 06-02-03-20-03 for the area east Forest Road 28 and south of Forest Road 29 (Government Harvey).  Forest Road 29 is closed; Forest Road 28 remains open.  Forest Road 33 is closed at the Forest Boundary south of Paisley to the junction with Forest Road 28.  Forest Road 3510, which makes the southern edge of the closure area is closed, as is Forest Road 3510-018 from Clover Flat Road to the Forest Boundary, and Forest Road 3315 at the intersection with Mill Street in Paisley.  All recreation sites within the closure area are closed. 

Safety:

For those in the evacuation area, it is anticipated there will be congestion on Hwy 31, fire traffic and temporary loss of power.  Please use caution leaving the area