The fire is currently 337,655 acres, 55% contained, with approximately 1,369 personnel assisting with fire suppression and logistical operations.  Resources include 56 engines, 35 water tenders, 13 helicopters, 26 hand crews and 11 bulldozers.

There will be a virtual community meeting tonight at 7:00 pm on the Sierra National Forest Facebook page at https://fb.me/e/2Zyk0ovOA

Humidity recovery was poor last night.  The fire has been active on the northeast near Cassidy Meadows and south of the San Joaquin River. It has been burning in heavier fuels which change to rock outcropping as it nears Junction Bluffs. The fire is approximately 8 miles from the Mammoth Lakes area.

Suppression lines are currently being repaired. Of the 249 miles of dozer line built during fire suppression, 42 miles have been repaired. Of the 98 miles of hand line constructed, 2 miles has been repaired.

Hot and dry weather continues through Saturday with a strong inversion and smoke/air quality reductions. Highs will approach records in the valley starting today. Smoke will increase across the area resulting in decreased visibility and air quality. Critical fire weather conditions are possible by today, due to minimal humidity recovery and development of warmer than normal temperatures. Ridgetop winds at higher elevations will increase today as an upper disturbance briefly passes aloft.
 
For daily smoke information go to the California Smoke Information website:  https://californiasmokeinfo.blogspot.com/ 
 
To get information about air quality and smoke in your area, go to the fire and smoke map at
https://www.airnow.gov/

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Weather Information:

Hot and dry weather continues through Saturday with strong inversion and smoke/air quality reductions. Highs will approach records in the valley mid-week, Smoke will increase across the area resulting in decreased visibility and air quality. Critical fire weather conditions are possible by tomorrow, due to minimal humidity recovery and development of warmer than normal temperatures. Ridgetop winds at higher elevations will increase tomorrow as an upper disturbance briefly passes aloft.

Fresno County-SOUTH ZONE:

Humidity recovery was poor last night. Fire activity continued through the night with increased surface spread and isolated torching in the areas with more receptive fuel beds.

The fire has been active on the northeast near Cassidy Meadows and south of the San Joaquin River. It has been burning in a heavier amount of vegetation which changes to rock outcropping as it nears Junction Bluffs. The fire is approximately 8 miles from the Mammoth Lakes area.

Suppression lines are currently being repaired. This total reflects 249 miles of Dozer line, of which 42 miles has been repaired and 98 miles of Hand Line Construction, 2 miles has been repaired. Suppression repair work is occurring on approximately 350 miles of line and assessments of impacts are nearly complete.

Madera County-NORTH ZONE: 

Engines and crews continue to patrol and monitor containment lines along the western side of the fire from the San Joaquin River north to the Little Shuteye Peak area. Cutting hazard trees and chipping wood debris also continued. Crews continue to monitor the fire line area near Little Shuteye Peak working towards containment objectives.

In the areas farther north near Upper Chiquito the patrolling and mop up work also continued. In addition, suppression repair and rehabilitation work has been done on dozer lines. The Roads/Structure Group continues to work on cutting hazard trees along the roads including the 81 road corridor in order to widen the safety barrier. They are also monitoring the fire conditions near structures to make sure they remain secure.

The next virtual community meeting will be held on Facebook Live, Wednesday evening, October 14, 2020 at 7:00 pm.

The Creek Fire Incident Management Team and local officials will provide the most current information on fire operations, evacuations and advisories, via Facebook Live. Ask questions and express your concerns. Información en español después.

Follow the link to receive reminders and to attend the meeting:  https://fb.me/e/2Zyk0ovOA 

The fire is currently 337,655 acres, 55% contained, with approximately 1,369 personnel assisting with fire suppression and logistical operations.  Resources include 56 engines, 35 water tenders, 13 helicopters, 26 hand crews and 11 bulldozers.

The fire has been active on the northeast near Cassidy Meadows and south of the San Joaquin River. It has been burning in heavier vegetation which changes to rock outcropping as it nears Junction Bluffs. The fire is approximately 8 miles from the Mammoth Lakes area.

Of the 249 miles of dozer line built during fire suppression, 42 miles have been repaired. Of the 98 miles of hand line constructed, 2 mile has been repaired. Fire suppression repair is a series of immediate post-fire actions taken to repair damage. This work repairs the hand and dozer fire lines, roads, trails, staging areas, safety zones and drop points used during fire suppression efforts. Repair is done to minimize potential for soil erosion and other impacts. The work usually begins before the fire is contained and before demobilization of the Incident Management Team.

Temperatures are expected to approach record highs in the valley mid-week. Smoke will increase across the area resulting in decreased visibility and air quality. Critical fire weather conditions are possible by tomorrow, due to minimal humidity recovery and development of warmer than normal temperatures. Ridgetop winds at higher elevations will increase tomorrow as an upper-level disturbance briefly passes aloft.

The fire is currently 337,655 acres, 55% contained, with approximately 1,643 personnel assisting with fire suppression and logistical operations.  Resources include 117 engines, 40 water tenders, 13 helicopters, 33 hand crews and 13 bulldozers.

Helicopters were repositioned out of Mammoth Lakes on Sunday.  They have been flying when smoke and visibility conditions allow. Please respect the Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR). The use of drones is not permitted over the fire area. A drone incursion will result in the grounding of all firefighting aircraft. Remember, "If You Fly - We Can't."

10% of Suppression lines have been repaired. Of the 248 miles of dozer line built during fire suppression, 34 miles have been repaired. Of the 44 miles of hand line constructed, 1 mile has been repaired. While this work is happening, the Shaver Lake community can expect to see heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, and bulldozers working in and around the Dinky Creek area.

Fire suppression repair is a series of immediate post-fire actions taken to repair damage. This work repairs the hand and dozer fire lines, roads, trails, staging areas, safety zones and drop points used during fire suppression efforts. Repair is done to minimize potential for soil erosion and other impacts. The work usually begins before the fire is contained and before demobilization of the Incident Management Team.

Smoke is expected to develop near fire areas today, with only limited air improvement during the afternoon with light winds. Temperatures in the mid 70’s are expected. Critical fire weather conditions are possible by Wednesday, with minimal humidity recovery and development of warmer than normal temperatures. Winds are expected to be up-slope up-canyon by day, down-slope down-canyon by night, with predominately terrain-driven winds.

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Yesterday, the fire was active on the northeast side near Cassidy Meadows, south of the Middle Fork of the San Joaquin River. It was burning in a pocket of heavier vegetation and produced a visible smoke plume. We expect similar fire behavior today with the warmer and drier weather.  Helicopters will continue to conduct water drops on this area as smoke conditions and visibility allows. 
 

The fire is currently about 9 miles southwest of Mammoth Lakes. The timber vegetation transitions to a rock outcropping as it nears the Junction Bluffs area. Very steep, rocky terrain and lack of road access create safety issues for firefighters. The Cobra helicopter gives fire managers helpful infrared and reconnaissance data as they evaluate and develop fire-suppression plans. 

Weather Information:

High pressure aloft with bring hot and dry conditions along with generally light winds through this week. Smoke will increase across the area resulting in decreased visibility and air quality. Critical fire weather conditions are possible by Wednesday, due to minimal Humidity recovery and development of warmer than normal temperatures. Winds will be up slope canyon by day, down slope down canyon by night, predominately terrain driven on Wednesday.

Fresno County-SOUTH ZONE:

As a reminder of safe driving, utility crews continue to work throughout the areas that have been repopulated. Southern California Edison has reported 480 of their customers remain without power. Helicopters were repositioned out of Mammoth Lakes area yesterday and worked until smoke conditions did not allow. 10% of Suppression lines have been repaired. This total reflects 248 miles of Dozer line, of which 35 miles has been repaired and 44 miles of Hand Line Construction, 1 mile has been repaired. Suppression repair work is occurring on approximately 350 miles of line and assessments of impacts are nearly complete.

Fire suppression repair is a series of immediate post-fire actions taken to repair damages and minimize potential soil erosion and impacts resulting from fire suppression activities. This work usually begins before the fire is contained and before the demobilization of an Incident Management Team. This work repairs the hand and dozer fire lines, roads, trails, staging areas, safety zones and drop points used during fire suppression efforts.

Madera County-NORTH ZONE: 

On the west side of the fire crews had another good day of patrolling and ensuring that the containment lines remained secure from the San Joaquin River north to the Little Shuteye Peak area. Chipping wood debris and hazard tree cutting continues in these areas as well. There was limited fire activity along the fire line area near Little Shuteye Peak.

In the areas near Upper Chiquito mop up work continued as well as backhaul of equipment and hose. Some locations with contingency dozer lines began suppression repair work. The Roads/Structure Group continues to clear roads, cut hazard trees and monitor the conditions along roads and near structures. The Roads Group will return to hazard tree cutting along the 81 road corridor which could take several days to complete.

The fire is currently 333,350 acres, 55% contained, with approximately 1,643 personnel assisting with fire suppression and logistical operations.  Resources include 117 engines, 40 water tenders, 13 helicopters, 33 hand crews and 13 bulldozers.

Helicopters were repositioned out of Mammoth Lakes today, and worked until smoke conditions did not allow further flying.

10% of Suppression lines have been repaired. Of the 248 miles of dozer line built during fire suppression, 34 miles have been repaired. Of the 44 miles of hand line constructed, 1 mile has been repaired. While this work is happening, the Shaver Lake community can expect to see heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, and bulldozers working in and around the Dinky Creek area.

Fire suppression repair is a series of immediate post-fire actions taken to repair damage. This work repairs the hand and dozer fire lines, roads, trails, staging areas, safety zones and drop points used during fire suppression efforts. Repair is done to minimize potential for soil erosion and other impacts. The work usually begins before the fire is contained and before demobilization of the Incident Management Team.

Tonight, the minimum humidity recovery is expected to be between 30 to 35% on mid to upper slopes. Smoke will redevelop near fire areas overnight and continue into the morning, with only limited air improvement during the afternoons with light winds. Tomorrow temperatures in the mid 70’s are expected. Critical fire weather conditions are possible by Wednesday, with minimal humidity recovery and development of warmer than normal temperatures. Winds are expected to be up-slope up-canyon by day, down-slope down-canyon by night, with predominately terrain-driven winds.

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The fire is currently 333,350 acres, 55% contained, with approximately 1,841 personnel assisting with fire suppression and logistical operations.  Resources include 125 engines, 36 water tenders, 15 helicopters, 36 hand crews and 11 bulldozers.

10% of Suppression lines have been repaired. Of the 275 miles of dozer line built during fire suppression, 34 miles have been repaired. Of the 44 miles of hand line constructed, 1 mile has been repaired.

While this work is happening, the Shaver Lake community can expect to see heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators, and bulldozers working in and around the Dinky Creek area.

Fire suppression repair is a series of immediate post-fire actions taken to repair damage. This work repairs the hand and dozer fire lines, roads, trails, staging areas, safety zones and drop points used during fire suppression efforts. Repair is done to minimize potential for soil erosion and other impacts. The work usually begins before the fire is contained and before demobilization of the Incident Management Team.

Rugged and steep terrain continue to present challenges.

High pressure is expected to build onshore from the Pacific this week, becoming stronger over the west and bringing warmer, much drier conditions. Smoke will remain in the overnight hours and into the mornings, with only limited air quality improvement during the afternoons as local winds develop. Critical fire weather conditions are possible by around Wednesday, due to minimal RH recovery and development of warmer than normal temperatures.

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Weather Information:

High pressure will rebuild onshore from the Pacific today, becoming gradually stronger while producing warmer and much drier conditions through the week. After a clearer sky yesterday smoke still remained overnight and will linger through the morning. Critical fire weather conditions may return by Thursday and Friday due to minimal humidity recoveries and the development of warmer than normal temperatures.

Fresno County-SOUTH ZONE:

10% of Suppression lines have been repaired. This total reflects 275 miles of Dozer line, of which 34 miles has been repaired and 44 miles of Hand Line Construction, 1 mile has been repaired. Suppression repair work is occurring on approximately 350 miles of line and assessments of impacts are nearly complete. The Shaver Lake community will see heavy equipment such as loaders, excavators and bulldozers working in and around the Dinky Creek area.

Fire suppression repair is a series of immediate post-fire actions taken to repair damages and minimize potential soil erosion and impacts resulting from fire suppression activities. This work usually begins before the fire is contained and before the demobilization of an Incident Management Team. This work repairs the hand and dozer fire lines, roads, trails, staging areas, safety zones and drop points used during fire suppression efforts.

Helicopters continue to support fire suppression progress and with the cooler temperature’s firefighters will continue to make head way on containment. Rugged and steep terrain continue to present challenges. Smoke will be seen in the general area as fire personnel continue to strengthen the fire perimeter. Some residents remain evacuated in the areas of Mono Hot Springs, Vermillion Resort, Muir Trail Ranch, Blayney Meadow and Florence Lake.

Madera County-NORTH ZONE: 

Engine crews continue to patrol and monitor the western containment line of the fire from the San Joaquin River north through the Cascadel area and up and around Central Camp. Fire crews also continue to chip wood debris along roads and cut hazard trees where needed including up to the Little Shuteye Peak area. Work continues on the fire line in this area as well. Mop up and cooling hot spots also continues along the northwestern section of the fire near Upper Chiquito. There are some areas where suppression repair work has begun on dozer contingency lines. The backhaul of hose and equipment continues from areas where that equipment is no longer needed. The Structure Group was merged with the Roads Group and continues to work on hazard tree cutting and clearing along secondary roads as well as continuing to monitor the conditions along primary roads. They will also continue to patrol the areas with structures. The air was clear for part of the day yesterday and helicopters were able to support fire fighters on the ground as needed.

Several helicopters re-located to the Mammoth Lakes airport on Sunday Oct. 11. This allows for faster/easier access to the northeast side of the fire and provides an option for helicopters to fly when conditions become too smokey at the other helibases.

Please respect the Temporary Flight Restriction. The use of drones is not permitted over the fire area. A drone incursion will result in the grounding of all firefighting aircraft. Remember, "If You Fly - We Can't."