VIRTUAL PUBLIC MEETING TODAY VIA LOS PADRES NATIONAL FOREST FACEBOOK LIVE 2:00 P.M. 
Questions may be submitted on the Facebook page or emailed to 2020.dolan@firenet.gov. 

YESTERDAY’S ACTIVITIES: A thick layer of smoke moderated fire behavior which provided favorable conditions for firefighters to continue with burnout operations. The marine layer allowed for good progress was made brining fire down the South Coast Ridge Road down toward Highway 1. In Arroyo Seco structure protection is in place and resources are ready to respond as necessary. Crews continued building and improving direct and indirect control lines along the northern, eastern and southern perimeters. Overnight had no noticeable fire activity along highway 1 or on the northwestern edge. Moderate activity was reported west of the Nacimiento-Ferguson Road near Ponderosa campground, with slower rates of spread farther inland. Burn operations initiated yesterday held overnight and firefighters were able to make good progress along Nacimiento-Ferguson Road brining fire down toward Highway 1.

TODAY’S ACTIVITIES: A Mobile Retardant Base (MRB) will be set up today in Arroyo Seco to support fire crews on the ground to secure the perimeter and keep the fire from moving north. Direct and indirect control actions along the eastern and southern perimeters continue including connecting control lines and removing fuels around structures and other values at risk. Firefighters will scout control opportunities with the highest probability of success to tie in the Soberanes Fire scar to Arroyo Seco River. Burn operations will be initiated as conditions allow around structures and to remove unburned fuels between the main fire and control lines on southern and eastern edges of the fire. Line construction along the Ridge above Pine Canyon will continue over the next several day to hold the fire WEST or NORTH of communities.

Along the south edge firefighters will continue burnout operations utilizing dozer lines and air support to connect line on Prewitt Ridge. Dozer work will continue on McKern Ridge to extend control line down to Highway 1. Firefighters will clean up and secure the edge around recent firing operations near Hermitage to protect structures. Significant heat remains throughout the fire area as fuels continue to burn.

Structure protection and hoselays will remain in place around Partington community as resources shift to the south and eastern sides of the fire. Nationwide fire resources are stretched thin.

EVACUATIONS: The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has evacuations ORDERS and WARNINGS in effect. For current evacuation information view the OES interactive map. SCPA Monterey County can assist with rescuing, sheltering, and evacuating animals. Call 831-373-2631 – day; 831-264-5455 – night; www.spcamc.org.

ROAD CLOSURES: HWY 1 is closed between mile post 25 and mile post 10. Nacimiento-Ferguson Rd is closed to all traffic from Highway 1 to the Fort Hunter Liggett base boundary line. For more information visit https://roads.dot.ca.gov/.  

REGIONAL FOREST CLOSURES: Regional Order No. 20-10 USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region Emergency Closure Order is effective from September 9, 2020 through September 14, 2020. All National Forest Lands are closed to public entry in California. 

WEATHER: Marine layer and shading from area smoke will continue to play a role in reducing fire behavior, especially on the coastal side of the fire. Inland fire behavior will increase as the inversion lifts.

 

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YESTERDAY’S ACTIVITIES: A thick layer of smoke moderated fire behavior which provided favorable conditions for firefighters to continue with burnout operations. On the north side patrol, mop up and backhaul operations continue in the Partington community, removing hoselays and other equipment no longer needed. In Arroyo Seco structure protection is in place and resources are ready to respond as necessary. Fire activity was minimal overnight due to the coastal marine layer, cooler temperatures and higher relative humidity levels.

TODAY’S ACTIVITIES: Direct and indirect control actions along the northern, eastern and southern perimeters continue including removing fuels and inserting hoselays and sprinklers around structures and other values at risk. Firefighters will assess and scout control opportunities from the Soberanes Fire scar to Arroyo Seco River. Burn operations will be initiated as conditions allow around structures to remove unburned fuels between the main fire and control lines on southern and eastern edges of the fire.

On the north side crews will scout for opportunities to secure the fire’s edge down to the North Coast Road. Along the south edge firefighters will continue burnout operations utilizing dozer lines and air support to connect line on Prewitt Ridge. Crews will secure structures in Mill Creek and work from McKern Ridge down to Highway 1. Firefighters will clean up and secure the edge around recent firing operations near Hermitage to protect structures and will continue constructing indirect line east of Arroyo Seco and tie back to Lees Canyon to Fort Hunter Liggett. Significant heat remains throughout the fire area as fuels continue to burn.

EVACUATIONS: The Monterey County Sheriff’s Office has Mandatory evacuation ORDERS effective in Zone B 1 (Lucia South), Zone K (S. Coast Ridge Road), Zone J (Prewitt Ridge), Zone 24, Zone 26, and Zone 27. Evacuation WARNINGS are in effect for Zone A (Partington), Zone B1 (Lucia North) Zone M (Salmon Cr.), Zone L (Gorda) and Zones 29, 25, and 14A (West). For current evacuation information view the OES interactive map. SCPA Monterey County can assist with rescuing, sheltering, and evacuating animals. Call 831-373-2631 – day; 831-264-5455 – night; www.spcamc.org.

ROAD CLOSURES: HWY 1 is closed between mile post 25 and mile post 10. Nacimiento-Ferguson Rd is closed to all traffic from Highway 1 to the Fort Hunter Liggett base boundary line. For more information visit https://roads.dot.ca.gov/.

REGIONAL FOREST CLOSURES: Regional Order No. 20-10 USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region Emergency Closure Order is effective from September 9, 2020 through September 14, 2020. All National Forest Lands are closed to public entry in California. 

WEATHER: Marine layer and shading from area smoke will continue to play a role in reducing fire behavior, especially on the coastal side of the fire. Inland fire behavior will increase as the inversion lifts.  No extreme hot temperatures are expected.

For most current #DolanFire Evacuation information please visit Monterey Co. OES or call 211. Because conditions can change rapidly, please use this link or number. And remember, if you feel threatened by a wildfire you do not have to wait for official notification to leave.

Regional Order No. 20-10 USDA Forest Service Pacific Southwest Region Emergency Closure Order
Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. 551 and 36 C.F.R. 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety and protect natural resources, the following acts are prohibited on National Forest System lands within the Pacific Southwest Region. This Order is effective from September 9, 2020, at 5:00 p.m. Pacific Time, through September 14, 2020.

1. Going into or being upon National Forest System lands within the National Forests listed below.

a. Eldorado National Forest
b. Tahoe National Forest
c. Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
d. Plumas National Forest
e. Lassen National Forest
f. Mendocino National Forest
g. Klamath National Forest
h. Six Rivers National Forest
i. Shasta-Trinity National Forest
j. Modoc National Forest

36 C.F.R. 261.54(e).

3. Being on a National Forest System trail within the National Forests listed below.

a. Eldorado National Forest
b. Tahoe National Forest
c. Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit
d. Plumas National Forest
e. Lassen National Forest
f. Mendocino National Forest
g. Klamath National Forest
h. Six Rivers National Forest
i. Shasta-Trinity National Forest
j. Modoc National Forest

36 C.F.R. 261.55(a).

For the complete order, including exemptions, and a letter explaining this decision, please see the attached pdf documents.

REUNIÓN PÚBLICA VIRTUAL HOY: 2:00 PM en la Página de EVENTOS de Facebook del Bosque Nacional de Los Padres

ACTUALIZACION DE LOS EVENTOS DE AYER: El Inciendo de Dolan ahora está bajo el mando unificado con Fort Hunter-Liggett. La densidad de humo causadas por los incendios en Oregón, Washington y California mezclado con la capa marina permitió a los bomberos la utilización de fuegos controlado, consecuentemente causando la ampliación del perímetro de incendio. Los fuegos controlados se llevaron a cabo a lo largo de las carreteras Nacimiento-Ferguson y Del Venturi y alrededor de Fort Hunter-Liggett y fueron apoyados por operativos aéreo...aviones contra incendios y aviones cisterna. Las líneas de fuego del norte se mantuvieron a pesar de la presencia de los vientos del sur.

La actividad del fuego fue mínima durante la noche debido a temperaturas más frías y niveles más altos de humedad relativa. Dos de los bomberos involucrados en el despliegue de refugio de protección de fuego fueron dados de alta del hospital y el tercero se encuentra en condición estable y será dado de alta esta semana.

ACTIVIDADES DE HOY: En el norte, los equipos buscarán oportunidades para asegurar el borde del fuego hasta North Coast Road. A lo largo del borde sur, los bomberos continuarán las operaciones de fuego controlado utilizando líneas de fuego creada por las topadoras y el apoyo aéreo, para conectar la línea Prewitt Ridge. Los equipos asegurarán las estructuras en Mill Creek y trabajarán desde Kern Ridge hasta la autopista 1. Los bomberos limpiarán y asegurarán el borde alrededor de las recientes operaciones de disparos de fuego forestales cerca de Hermitage para proteger las estructuras y continuarán construyendo una línea indirecta al este de Arroyo Seco y unirán a Lees Canyon a Fort Hunter-Liggett.

Desde el comienzo del incendio, 4 estructuras han sido dañadas y 14 destruidas. Los daños se evalúan diariamente y los equipos continúan dando prioridad a la protección de la estructura en todas las comunidades.

EVACUACIONES: El Sheriff del condado de Monterey tiene órdenes de evacuación obligatorias en la Zona B (Lucía), la Zona K (S. Coast Ridge Road), la Zona L (Corda), la Zona J (Prewitt Ridge), la Zona 24, la Zona 26 y la Zona 27. Advertencia de evacuación está en efecto en la Zona A (Partington), la Zona M (Cr. Salmón) y las Zonas 31, 30, 29, 25 y 14 A (Oeste). Para obtener información actualizada sobre evacuación, consulte el mapa interactivo de OES. SCPA Monterey County puede ayudar con el rescate, refugio y evacuación de animales. Llame al 831-373-2631 - día; 831-264-5455 - noche; www.spcamc.org

CIERRE DE CARRETERAS: HWY 1 está cerrada desde el norte de Vista Point hacia el sur hasta Pacific Valley. Nacimiento-Ferguson Rd está cerrada a todo el tráfico desde la autopista 1 hasta la línea límite de la base de Fort Hunter-Liggett. Los Burros Road, Plaskett Ridge Road, South Coast Ridge Road están cerrados excepto para los residentes. Visite https://roads.dot.ca.gov/

CIERRE DEL BOSQUE: El número de orden forestal 05-07-51-20-20 permanece en efecto en las cercanías del incendio.

CLIMA: Se predice que los vientos ligeros del sur causaran temperaturas más frías. La capa marina moderará el comportamiento del fuego por debajo de los 1400 pies. En la zona interior se podría ver temperaturas leves y la actividad del fuego dependerá en la cobertura de humo.

SEGURIDAD: Los drones no deben volar cuando hay un fuego activo. Los drones pueden impedir las operaciones de los aviones. ¡Cuando tu vuela, nosotros no podemos! Los bomberos siguen utilizando activamente la HWY 1 como un importante punto de acceso al incendio. La caída de rocas y escombros sigue siendo un peligro. Más notable el área de MP 35 en HWY 1.

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Live Virtual Community Meeting Los Padres NF Facebook Page 2PM TODAY

 

YESTERDAY’S ACTIVITIES: The Dolan Fire is now under Unified Command with Fort Hunter Liggett. Heavy smoke from fires in Oregon, Washington and California mixed with the marine layer allowed firefighters to engage in burnout operations which primarily contributed to yesterday’s perimeter growth. Burnouts were done along the Nacimiento-Ferguson and Del Venturi Roads and around Fort Hunter Liggett which were supported by aircraft retardant and water drops. Northern fire lines were tested by Southern winds and held. 

Fire activity was minimal overnight due to cooler temperatures and higher relative humidity levels. Two of the firefighters involved in the shelter deployment have been released from the hospital and the third is in stable condition and will be released this week.

TODAY’S ACTIVITIES: On the north side crews will scout for opportunities to secure the fire’s edge down to the North Coast Road. Along the south edge firefighters will continue burnout operations utilizing dozer lines and air support to connect line protecting Prewitt Ridge. Crews will secure structures in Mill Creek and work from Kern Ridge down to Highway 1. Firefighters will clean up and secure the edge around recent firing operations near Hermitage to protect structures and will continue constructing indirect line east of Arroyo Seco and tie back to Lees Canyon to Fort Hunter Liggett.

Since the beginning of the fire 4 structures have been damaged and 14 destroyed. Damage is assessed daily and crews continue to prioritize structure protection in all communities.

EVACUATIONS: The Monterey County Sheriff’s has Mandatory evacuation orders in Zone B (Lucia), Zone K (S. Coast Ridge Road), Zone L (Corda), Zone J (Prewitt Ridge), Zone 24 , Zone 26, and Zone 27. Evacuation Warning in effect in Zone A (Partington), Zone M (Salmon Cr.), and Zones 31, 30, 29, 25, and 14 A (West). For current evacuation information view the OES interactive map. SCPA Monterey County can assist with rescuing, sheltering, and evacuating animals. Call 831-373-2631 – day; 831-264-5455 – night; www.spcamc.org.

ROAD CLOSURES:  HWY 1 is closed from north of Vista Point south to Pacific Valley. Nacimiento-Ferguson Rd is closed to all traffic from Highway 1 to the Fort Hunter Liggett base boundary line. Los Burros Road, Plaskett Ridge Road, South Coast Ridge Road are closed except to residents. Visit https://roads.dot.ca.gov/

FOREST CLOSURE:  Forest Order Number 05-07-51-20-20 remains in effect on the Forest in the vicinity of the fire.

WEATHER: Light winds out of the south are predicted fire with cooler temperatures. Marine layer will moderate fire behavior below 1400ft. Inland could see slightly temperatures and fire activity will be dependent on smoke coverage. 

SAFETY: Drones should not be flown when an active fire is present. Drones can impede aircraft operations. When you fly, we can’t!  Firefighters are still actively using HWY 1 as a major access point to the fire. Falling rocks and debris continues to be a hazard. Most notably in the area of MP 35 on HWY 1.

DOLAN FIRE - UPDATE: Effective immediately an evacuation ORDER in place for ZONE 28

Monterey County Sheriff's Office has issued the following Evacuation ORDER:  Effectively immediately an Evacuation ORDER is now in place for Zone 28.  The evacuation ORDER area for Zone 28 is as follows:  West Boundary: Reliz Canyon east to Jolon Road.  North Boundary: bottom of Zone 25 south to Milpitas Road.
As a reminder an "Evacuation WARNING" (i.e. sometimes used interchangeably with the term "Advisory") means those in a specific area/zone should be prepared to evacuate at any time. You do not need to leave your home at this time but please be alert and prepared to leave if an evacuation order is called.
An "Evacuation ORDER" means those in a specific area/zone should leave immediately.
If you feel that your life is in danger, do not wait for an emergency notification.
Additionally: When an Evacuation Order is in place for a zone(s), this means the public, including residents, are not allowed to enter the zone(s). The closures will have Law Enforcement roadblocks on northern and southern closure of Highway 1 turning cars around that are not authorized to be in the closure. This also includes no "In and out" privileges for subjects who decided to stay at their properties despite the Evacuation Order. If you leave the closed area, you will not be allowed to re-enter.

Address/Location
Monterey County Office of Emergency Services
1322 Natividad Rd
Salinas, CA 93906

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 831-796-1908

DOLAN FIRE - Effective immediately an evacuation WARNING in place for ZONE 14 A West

Monterey County Sheriff's Office has issued the following Evacuation WARNING:  Effectively immediately an Evacuation WARNING is now in place for Zone 14 A West.  The evacuation WARNING area for Zone 14 A West is as follows:  West from Palo Escrito Peak to intersection of Martin Road & East Carmel Valley Road to intersection of Carmel Valley Road & Arroyo Seco Road to Intersection of Paloma Ridge and Arroyo Seco Road , north along Paloma Ridge to Palo Escrito Peak

As a reminder an "Evacuation WARNING" (i.e. sometimes used interchangeably with the term "Advisory") means those in a specific area/zone should be prepared to evacuate at any time. You do not need to leave your home at this time but please be alert and prepared to leave if an evacuation order is called.
An "Evacuation ORDER" means those in a specific area/zone should leave immediately.
If you feel that your life is in danger, do not wait for an emergency notification.
Additionally: When an Evacuation Order is in place for a zone(s), this means the public, including residents, are not allowed to enter the zone(s). The closures will have Law Enforcement roadblocks on northern and southern closure of Highway 1 turning cars around that are not authorized to be in the closure. This also includes no "In and out" privileges for subjects who decided to stay at their properties despite the Evacuation Order. If you leave the closed area, you will not be allowed to re-enter.

Address/Location
Monterey County Office of Emergency Services
1322 Natividad Rd
Salinas, CA 93906

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 831-796-1908

DOLAN FIRE - Effective immediately an evacuation WARNING in place for ZONE 25

Monterey County Sheriff's Office has issued the following Evacuation WARNING:  Effectively immediately an Evacuation WARNING is now in place for Zone 25.  The evacuation WARNING area for Zone 25 is as follows:  North Boundary: Elm Ave; East Boundary: Central Ave to Hwy 101 to the junction of Jolon Rd. and San Lucas Rd.; South Boundary: Top of Zone 28 to Reliz Canyon Rd.; West Boundary: Reliz Canyon Rd. 

As a reminder an "Evacuation WARNING" (i.e. sometimes used interchangeably with the term "Advisory") means those in a specific area/zone should be prepared to evacuate at any time. You do not need to leave your home at this time but please be alert and prepared to leave if an evacuation order is called.
An "Evacuation ORDER" means those in a specific area/zone should leave immediately.
If you feel that your life is in danger, do not wait for an emergency notification.
Additionally: When an Evacuation Order is in place for a zone(s), this means the public, including residents, are not allowed to enter the zone(s). The closures will have Law Enforcement roadblocks on northern and southern closure of Highway 1 turning cars around that are not authorized to be in the closure. This also includes no "In and out" privileges for subjects who decided to stay at their properties despite the Evacuation Order. If you leave the closed area, you will not be allowed to re-enter.

Address/Location
Monterey County Office of Emergency Services
1322 Natividad Rd
Salinas, CA 93906

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 831-796-1908