Springfield, Ore. Containment continues to progress on the Holiday Farm Fire.  The 173,094-acre fire is now 75 contained.  In addition to the 20 hand crews, 39 fire engines, 4 dozers, and 7 water tenders, there are another 18 pieces of heavy equipment assisting with the restoration work on the fire. 

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Springfield, Ore. Firefighters continue to make progress on the 173,094-acre Holiday Farm Fire.  There are approximately 450 firefighters on the ground during the day-shift.  Night shift is smaller, with approximately 20 personnel on the ground.  Through all of the hard work on both day and night shifts, the fire is now 73% contained.

Pursuant to 16 USC 551 and 36CFR 261.50 (a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited in the areas described in this order on National Forest System lands within the administrative boundaries of the Willamette National Forest. This Order is effective on September 25, 2020 and shall be in effect until rescinded or December 31, 2020, whichever comes first.
PROHIBITIONS:
1. Being on a road. 36 CFR § 261.54(e)
2. Being on a trail. 36 CFR § 261.55(a)
3. Entering or using a developed recreation site or portion thereof. 36 CFR § 261.58 (b)
4. Entering into or being upon National Forest System Lands closed for the protection of public health or safety. 36 CFR § 261.53(e)

CLOSURE DESCRIPTION: All closures are contained within the State of Oregon, and Marion, Linn, and Lane Counties, and within the Administrative Boundaries of the Willamette National Forest.

The closure includes the US Forest Service general forest areas, developed recreation sites, roads, trails, and recreation residence tracts (aka “summer homes”) as described below and as depicted on the attached map and incorporated into this order as “Attachment A”.

The Holiday Farm Closure Area begins at the intersection of State Highway 126 and the Willamette National Forest Boundary west of McMullins Boat Ramp between Sections 1 and Section 2 in Township 17S Range 3E. It continues north following the Forest administrative boundary to its junction with State Highway 20. It continues east along the south side of Hwy 20 to its intersection with Forest Service Road 2672, then proceeds south along FSR 1598, incorporates FSR 1598, to its intersection with FSR 1500. It continues south along FSR 1500, incorporates FSR 1500, to its intersection with FSR 2654 (Deer Creek Road). It proceeds south along the east side of FSR 2654, and incorporates FSR 2654, to the intersection of FSR 2654 with Hwy 126. It then continues southwest along Hwy 126 for 8.1 miles to Section 13, T 16S, R 5E. It then proceeds south for 4.9 miles from Hwy 126 to FSR 1993, then west along the south side of FSR 1993, and incorporating FSR 1993, to the intersection with FSR 1994 on the east side of Cougar Reservoir, then continues to the intersection of FSR 1994 and FSR 1900-500, incorporating FSR 1994. It continues south on FSR 1900-500, incorporating FSR 1900-500, to its intersection with FSR 1900 and continues along the east side of FSR 1900, incorporating FRS 1900, to the intersection of FSR 1900 and FSR1980. It proceeds along the south and east sides of FSR 1980, incorporating FSR 1980, to the intersection with FSR 2618 at the northeast edge of Section 30, T 18S, R 5E. It continues west along the south side of FSR 2618, incorporating FSR 2618, to the intersection with FSR 2619 at the northwest corner of Section 23, T 18S, R 4E. It continues northwest along the west side of FSR 2619, incorporating FSR 2619, to the intersection with FSR 1800-440. It continues west along the south side of FSR 1800-440 to FSR 18. From there it continues west along the south side of FSR 18, incorporating FSR 18, to where it intersects the Forest boundary on the west side of Section 31, T 18S, R 2E. It then continues north along the Forest boundary for 5 miles to the northwest corner of Section 6, T 18S, R 2E. From there it continues east along the Forest boundary for 9.2 miles to the intersection with the McKenzie River Ranger District boundary in Section 34, T 17S, R 3E. It then follows the Forest administrative boundary 3 miles north to the northwest corner of Section 23, T 17S, R 3E, and then proceeds for 2.1 miles northeast to the Forest administrative boundary at the southwest corner of Section 1, T 17S, R 3E, and follows the National Forest Boundary north to end at the intersection with State Highway 126.

The Beachie Creek and Lionshead Closure Area begins at the junctions of Hwy 20 and Hwy 22 in Section 14, T 13S, R 7 E, and continues north along the east side of Hwy 22 to the intersection with FSR 11 on the south edge of Section 29, T 11S, R 7E. It proceeds west along the south side of FSR 11, and incorporates FSR 11, to the intersection with the Forest boundary in Section 28, T 11S, R 4E. It follows the Forest administrative boundary north to its intersection with Monument Peak Road in the northwest corner of Section 21, T 10S, R 4E, the follows the Forest administrative boundary southeast to Section 35, T 11S, R 4E, continues east along the Forest boundary to Section 31, T 10S, R 5E, and north along the Forest administrative boundary to the south edge of the Opal Creek Scenic Recreation Area at Section 12, T 9S, R 4E. It proceeds west and north along the Opal Creek Scenic Area boundary and then east along the Opal Creek Wilderness boundary until it meets the Bull of the Woods Wilderness boundary in Section 21, T 8S, R 5E. It then follows the Willamette National Forest administrative boundary south and east to the boundary with the Warm Springs Indian Reservation, and follows the Willamette National Forest administrative boundary south to its intersection with the Deschutes National Forest. It continues south along the Willamette National Forest boundary to its intersection with Hwy 20, crosses Hwy 20 and continues south along the Forest boundary to its intersection with FSR 2690-910, proceeds west along the south side of FSR 2690-910, incorporating FSR 2690-910, to its intersection with FSR 2690. It proceeds north on FSR 2690 to the intersection with FSR 2690-860 and then east along the south side of FSR 2690-860, incorporating FSR 2690-860, to its intersection with FSR 2690-818. It then proceeds north along the west side of FSR 2690-818, incorporates FSR 2690-818, to its intersection with FSR 2690- 814. It then proceeds east along the north side of FSR 2690-814, incorporating FSR 2690-814, to its intersection with FSR 2690-805. It continues northeast along the west side of FSR 2690- 805, and incorporates FSR 2690-805, to its intersection with FSR 2690. It continues north along the west side of FSR 2690, incorporating FSR 2690, to its intersection with Hwy 20, then proceeds west along the north side of Hwy 20 to end at the junction with Hwy 22.

National Forest System lands in the following isolated areas to the south of Hwy 20 are also included in the closure: the northeast quadrant of Section 31, T 14S, R 3E; the northeast and southwest quadrants of Section 26, T 14S, R 2E; the southwest quarter of the northeast quadrant and the southwest quadrant of Section 22, T 14S, R 2E; the southern half of the northeast quadrant and the southeast quarter of the northwest quadrant and the northeast quarter of the southwest quadrant in Section 21, T 14S, R 2E; the northeast quarter of the southeast quadrant of Section 15, T 14S, R 2E; the southern half of Section 11, T 14S, R 2E; the southwest quadrant of Section 12, T 14S, R 2E, and the southwest quarter of the northwest quadrant and the southeast quarter of the southeast quadrant also in Section 12, T 14S, R 2E.

EXEMPTIONS: Pursuant to 36 CFR § 261.50 (e), the following persons are exempt from this Order:
(1) Any person with a permit specifically authorizing the otherwise prohibited act or omission;
(2) Owners or lessees of land in the area. Lessees of Recreation Residences (aka Summer Homes) inside the closure areas must have written permission specifically authorizing entry and identifying the person/address applicable.
(3) Any Federal, State, or Local Officer or member in the performance of an official duty.

These restrictions are implemented for the safety of the public.

This order supersedes Forest Order # 06-18-00-20-19 executed September 8, 2020, and supersedes Forest Order # 06-18-05-20-20 executed September 15, 2020. These prohibitions are in addition to the general prohibitions in 36 CFR Part 261, Subparts A, B and C. Executed in Springfield, Oregon on this 25 day of September, 2020.

Springfield, Ore. Firefighters continue to make steady progress on the Holiday Farm Fire.  The fire remains in the same foot print and has burned 173,094 acres.  Containment has reached 70%. 

Springfield, Ore. – Hot and dry conditions persisted over the fire area yesterday and are forecasted again for today. Despite the weather conditions and more active fire behavior, the fire stayed in its same footprint, meaning no growth occurred. The fire has burned 173,094 acres. Firefighters continue to make steady progress and it is now 67% contained.

There are many hazards for firefighters on the line. The steep terrain is one of the biggest hazards they will face. Footing can be treacherous and there are frequently concerns of rolling rocks and other debris. Everyone is reminded of these hazards each day at their operations briefing.

Firefighters working on the night shift have focused on patrolling and extinguishing hot spots along Highway 126. While night shift has fewer resources assigned, their work continues to be vital in the continued progress. These firefighters begin their shift at 7:00 p.m. and work through the night.

With the hot and dry conditions today, visible smokes may be more prevalent. Many of these smokes are well interior in the fire perimeter and do not pose a threat. Please do not call 9-1-1 for fire activity occurring well within the perimeter. Firefighters will continue to work from the perimeter inward to find and extinguish visible smoke and other hot spots.

Many areas may remain closed indefinitely as land managers work to assess safety hazards resulting from the fire. Recreationists and others visiting the forest are encouraged to check for closure information before heading out.

Information for the Willamette National Forest can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/willamette/fire

Information on Bureau of Land Management closures can be found at:
https://www.blm.gov/alert/fire-closures-and-fire-restrictions

Road closures remain in place to help provide safety for the public and the firefighters. For information related to road closures and delays, please visit: www.tripcheck.com or https://www.oregon.gov/odot/Pages/Wildfire.aspx

For fire information inquiries, call (541) 357-9729 or visit https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7170/. The Holiday Farm Fire Facebook page will also continue with updates (holidayfarmfire@face book.com).

AGENCY: Bureau of Land Management, Northwest Oregon District, Oregon.

ACTION: Temporary Closure of Public Lands

SUMMARY: Pursuant to 43 CFR 9268.3(d) and 43 CFR 8364.1, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) hereby provides notice that effective immediately, the public lands described below are closed to all forms of public access. This action is in response to large fires currently active in the area. The BLM is closing public lands in order to reduce conflicts with emergency crews and allow for fire suppression and burned area site recovery.
AFFECTED AREA: All BLM-managed public lands, roads, sites, and trails in the following areas are impacted by this closure notice:
•BLM lands inside the Holiday Farm Fire Closure Area (see attached map1) and land north ofHwy 20
•BLM lands inside the Beachie Creek and Riverside Campground Fire Closure Area (see attachedmap2)

DATES: This closure is effective immediately and will remain in effect until such time as conditions allow for safe use of the public lands.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Jose Linares, District Manager, 1717 Fabry Road SE, Salem, OR 97306, telephone (503) 375-5646.

DISCUSSION OF THE RULES: The public must not enter the closure area. All uses within the closure area are prohibited. Exceptions to these prohibitions are noted below under Exemptions. Incidents of extreme fire behavior and extreme fire danger have been observed throughout the District. You must not enter closed recreation sites. Recovery of these areas is expected to continue into next year, 2021.

EXEMPTIONS: The following persons are exempt from the provisions of this Order:
1.Any Federal, State, or Local Officer, or member of an organized medical, rescue or firefightingforce engaged in fire, emergency, or law enforcement activities, or public utility employeesengaged in emergency repairs.
2.BLM employees, contractors, or agents engaged in official duties:
3.Individuals operating within the scope of their official and legitimate governmental duties.
4.Parties who carry written approval signed by the BLM Authorized Officer (Field Manager orDistrict Manager) allowing access to the described public lands.

PENALTIES: Any person who violates this may be tried before a United States Magistrate and fined in accordance with 18 U.S.C. 3571, imprisoned for no more than 12 months, or both. Vehicles found in violation of this order may be removed.

EFFECTIVE: This Order is effective immediately upon signature.

Springfield, Ore. –  Oregon Department of Forestry’s Type 1 Incident Management Team 3, Incident Commander Link Smith, will hand the fire over to ODF IMT 1, another Type 1 team, tomorrow morning. The team would like to thank the communities in the area for their kind hospitality and support during our stay.The size of the fire stands at 173,094 acres and is now 60 percent contained.