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Additional firefighters and engines join Beachie Creek fire

Air resources flying again

Salem, Ore. – Five additional engines, another hot shot squad and crews from Canada join firefighting efforts Sunday on the Beachie Creek fire. These new resources will work to secure the southernmost edge of the fire. On the western fire perimeter, all crews remain hard at work and are making excellent progress securing lines to protect communities there.

As visibility has improved, the six helicopters and single engine craft assigned to the Beachie Creek fire have been able to fly. There is a Temporary Flight Restriction in place.  The Southwest Area Type I Incident Management Team also assisted Bonneville Power and other utility firms to assess and access the electric grid, including 11 substations, 266 miles of transmission lines, and 122 communication towers.

Sunday and Monday bring dryer air, warmer temperatures, and lower humidity. This means that residents may see smoldering fire, potential torching, and smoke from the interior of the fire’s footprint. As residents of Mill City and Gates return, they should know that there are several places inside of the fire, called green islands, that did not initially burn.  The rain did not put out the fire, and it is still slowly smoldering, consuming those green islands. That activity is well inside of the fire containment lines, and first responders are aware and working the scene. 

The primary focus Sunday and Monday will be putting firefighters directly on the fire lines and reinforcing those containment lines, contingency lines, and monitoring any hot spots to protect Marion and Clackamas Counties, especially on the Western edge, including Greg’s Corner, Silver Falls State Park, and to the north, Corbet’s Corner. Sunday 260 Canadians joined the Area Command; half are assigned to the Beachie Creek fire. They will build fire line along State Route 22 between Stayton and Detroit. State Route 22 has roadblocks; first responders and ODOT are working to clear fallen trees and rockslides.

Fire officials also continue to work closely with the Marion County and Linn County Sheriff’s Offices, ODOT and the Oregon State Police to coordinate residents’ return to Santiam Canyon. Currently 1,118 structures are at Level 3 evacuations and another 4,574 are in level 2 evacuations. As more residents are allowed back into the area, it is imperative that everyone heeds road closures and safety messages. Anyone who enters the fire perimeter jeopardizes firefighting operations and puts lives at risk.

The Willamette National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, and State lands around the fire remain closed to the public. Go to InciWeb.gov for more information about closures in the area.

Public Contact Information:

Facebook.com/BeachieCreekFire2020

Email: 2020.beachiecreek@firenet.gov

Phone: 541-583-0526, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

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https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7001/

Smoke and Air Quality http://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com/p/air-quality-now.html

  https://wildlandfiresmoke.net/outlooks

ACTUALIZACION DEL INCENDIO BEACHIE CREEK – 19 de Septiembre, 2020  

Acres: 192,531 acres                                                                                                      Contención Porcentual: 20%

Fecha de Inicio: August 16, 2020                                                                                  Causa:  Bajo Investigación

Ubicación de Origen : Opal Creek Wilderness:                                                                                                                        Combustibles: Madera y desechos de tala

2 millas al sur de Jawbone Flats, 6 millas norte de Detroit, Oregon.                                                                                                                      

Recursos: 664

Combatientes Hacen Buen Progreso con Mejores Condiciones Atmosféricas

                                    El humo se despega, mejorando la calidad del aire y la visibilidad .  

Salem, Ore. –  Las lluvias de las últimas 24 horas disminuyeron el comportamiento del fuego y permitió a los combatientes hacer bastante progreso asegurando el perímetro del Incendio Beachie Creek. Esta cantidad de precipitación no apaga el incendio.  Se seguirá observando, fuego quemando lentamente, pequeñas llamas y humo a través del área del incendio.  El énfasis de los combatientes sigue siendo en proteger las comunidades al sur y oeste del incendio.  Las brigadas continúan fortaleciendo las líneas alrededor de Scotts Mills, Stayton, Lyons, Mill City, y Detroit.  Otras brigadas continuar establecido líneas para proteger las inversiones de madera en el lado norte del incendio cerca de Scotts Mills.  Los combatientes continuaran monitoreando el área por peligros relacionados a la precipitación.

 Al despejarse el humo, la visibilidad en el incendio mejoro.  Esto permitirá a los combatientes utilizar aeronaves y evaluar mejor ciertas áreas del incendio.  Para la seguridad de los combatientes y para que continúen con las operaciones aéreas, se le recuerda al publico que “si usted vuela, nosotros no podemos.” Existe una restricción de vuelo temporal alrededor de toda el área del incendio.

El Comandante de Incidente del Equipo continúa trabajando para resolver las necesidades de la infraestructura y de la comunidad asistiendo a las compañías de electricidad, compañías de seguros y empresas de comunicación.  El Equipo está proporcionando apoyo con información, logística y transporte a estas empresas.  Este trabajo es importante para los residentes y miembros de la comunidad que regresan a la área.

Oficiales del incendio también continúan trabajando muy acerca con las Oficinas del Sheriff de los Condados Marion y Linn, ODOT (Departamento de Transportación de Oregon) y con la Policía Estatal de Oregon para coordinar el regreso de los residentes a Santiam Canyon.  Actualmente, 1,118 estructuras están bajo Nivel 3 de evacuación y otras 4,574 están bajo Nivel 2 de evacuación. A medida que más residentes son permitidos regresar al área, es imperativo que todos obedezcan los mensajes de caminos cerrados y de seguridad. Cualquiera que entra al perímetro del incendio pone en peligro las operaciones de combate y pone vidas en riesgo.

Se pronostican lluvias persistentes durante la mayor parte del Sábado y terminado el sábado por la noche.  Los niveles de humedad relativa mínima serán generalmente arriba de 60% a través del área del incendio.  Las altas temperaturas serán entre los altos 50s a los altos 60s.  No se espera más precipitación para los próximos días, pero las temperaturas permanecerán más frescas y la humedad relativa aumentara por las noches, cual es típico para esta época del año.

El Bosque Nacional Willamette, Bureau of Land Management, y Tierras Estatales alrededor del incendio permanecen cerrados al público.  Visite InciWeb (dirección abajo) para más información sobre áreas cerradas en la zona.

Status of area around Drakes Crossing which Fire Operations identifies as near the intersection of Powers Creek Loop and Bridge Creek Rd.

Operations reports that the line around the tip of that finger of the fire is in good condition and while not officially contained at this point, the line is currently not threatened. There is still quite a bit of heat showing within the established perimeter of the fire as shown on the 9/18/2020 map. There was not an infrared flight over the Beachie Fire last night. Firefighters are actively working to contain the line between the fingers.

BEACHIE CREEK FIRE UPDATE – September 19, 2020

Acres: 192,531 acres                                                                                                              Percent Containment: 20%

Start Date: August 16, 2020                                                                                                  Cause: Under Investigation

Origin Location: Opal Creek Wilderness:                                                                             Fuels: Timber and logging slash

two miles south of Jawbone Flats, six miles north of Detroit, Oregon.                                                                                                                      

Resources: 664

Firefighters Make Good Progress with Improved Weather Conditions

                                      Smoke lifts, improving air quality and visibility.  

Salem, Ore. – Rainfall over the last 24 hours decreased fire behavior and allowed firefighters to make a lot of progress securing the perimeter of the Beachie Creek Fire. This amount of precipitation does not put the fire out. Smoldering, small flames, and smoke will continue to be observed throughout the fire area. The emphasis for firefighters remains on protecting communities to the south and west of the fire. Firefighters continue to strengthen the lines around Scotts Mills, Stayton, Lyons, Mill City, and Detroit. Other crews continue to put in line to protect timber investments on the north side of the fire near Scotts Mills. Firefighters will continue to monitor the area for hazards related to precipitation.

As smoke lifted, visibility on the fire improved. This will allow firefighters to utilize aircraft and to better assess certain areas of the fire. For the safety of firefighters and so that they can continue with air operations, the public is reminded that “If you fly, we can’t.” There is a temporary flight restriction around the entire area of the fire.

The Incident Command Team continues to address infrastructure and community needs by assisting power companies, insurance companies, and communication firms. The Team is providing these organizations with information, logistics, and transportation support. This work is important for residents and community members returning to the area.

Fire officials also continue to work closely with the Marion County and Linn County Sheriff’s Offices, ODOT and the Oregon State Police to coordinate residents’ return to Santiam Canyon. Currently 1,118 structures are at Level 3 evacuations and another 4,574 are in level 2 evacuations. As more residents are allowed back into the area, it is imperative that everyone heeds road closures and safety messages. Anyone who enters the fire perimeter jeopardizes firefighting operations and puts lives at risk.

Lingering showers are predicted through most of Saturday, ending in the evening. Minimum relative humidity levels will generally be above 60% across the fire area. High temperatures will range from upper 50s to upper 60s. More precipitation is not expected for the next few days, but temperatures will remain cooler and overnight relative humidity will increase which is typical for this time of the year.

The Willamette National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, and State lands around the fire remain closed to the public. Go to InciWeb (link below) for more information about closures in the area.

Public Contact Information:

Facebook: facebook.com/BeachieCreekFire2020 

E-mail: BeachieCreek@gmail.com

Phone: 541-583-0526, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Inciweb

https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7001/

Smoke and Air Quality http://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com/p/air-quality-now.html

  https://wildlandfiresmoke.net/outlooks

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Following a week of hazardous air quality, today we'll see heavy smoke with the air quality in the Very Unhealthy to Hazardous category, decreasing into the evening hours.  A low pressure system and associated precipitation will clean out the Willamette Valley overnight

La Lluvia Disminuye la Intensidad del Incendio Beachie Creek

                                Los combatientes monitorean el cambio del tiempo atmosférico, diferentes riesgos.                                     

Salem, Ore. –  Se espera que el Incendio Beachie Creek sea menos activo el Viernes ya que la precipitación modera el comportamiento del fuego.  La disminución de comportamiento e intensidad del fuego de hoy permitirá a los combatientes continuar conectando y reforzando la líneas de contención alrededor del incendio. El énfasis aun es proteger las comunidades al sur y oeste del incendio.  Los combatientes continuaran atacando directamente el fuego alrededor de Scotts Mills, Stayton, Lyons, Mill City, and Detroit. Otras brigadas continuar trabajando para proteger las inversiones de madera en el lado norte del incendio cerca de Scotts Mills. .

Mientras que los combatientes construyen líneas de contención y contingencia, también están monitoreando riesgos adicionales producidos por la lluvia tales como, deslizamientos, inundaciones, y caída de árboles.

El Comandante de Incidente del Equipo continúa trabajando para resolver las necesidades de la infraestructura y de la comunidad asistiendo a las compañías de electricidad, compañías de seguros y empresas de comunicación.  El Equipo está proporcionando apoyo con información, logística y transporte a estas empresas.  Este trabajo conducirá a que se permita que los residentes y miembros de la comunidad regresen a la área.

Oficiales del incendio también continúan trabajando muy acerca con las Oficinas del Sheriff de los Condados Marion y Linn, ODOT (Departamento de Transportación de Oregon) y con la Policía Estatal de Oregon para coordinar los esfuerzos de recuperación a lo largo de Santiam Canyon.  Actualmente, 4,056 estructuras están bajo Nivel 3 de evacuación y otras 3,499 están bajo Nivel 2 de evacuación.  Para proteger los socorristas y las comunidades cerca del incendio, es imperativo que todos obedezcan los caminos cerrados y las evacuaciones.  Cualquiera que entra al perímetro del incendio pone en peligro las operaciones de combate del incendio y rescate, ponen vidas en riesgo y potencialmente aumentado el tiempo que se tardara en devolver a los residentes a sus hogares. 

El cambio del patrón del tiempo atmosférico trae lluvia al área del incendio.  Se espera lluvia para la primer parte del Viernes después disminuirá para el resto del día.  Las temperaturas máximas de hoy serán alrededor de 64 -75 grados y la humedad relativa mínima será arriba de 70 porciento a través del incendio.  Se esperan temperaturas más frescas y más alta humedad para el fin de semana.

El Bosque Nacional Willamette, Bureau of Land Management, y Tierras Estatales alrededor del incendio permanecen cerrados al público.  Visite InciWeb (dirección abajo) para más información sobre áreas cerradas en la zona.

Información publica:

Facebook: facebook.com/BeachieCreek

E-mail: BeachieCreek@gmail.com

Teléfono: 541-583-0526, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Inciweb

https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7001/

Oregon Smoke Blog http://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com/p/air-quality-now.html

Mill City and Gates Reduced to Level 2 with Specific Route for Entry to These Cities

Evacuation levels for the Cities of Mill City and Gates are being reduced to Level 2 – “Be Set” at 10:00 a.m. Today, September 18th, 2020. In a level 2 evacuation area, community members are permitted to return to the area, though they should remain prepared to evacuate should conditions change.

As access to these cities is reopening, Highway 22 will remain closed between Highway 226 and Mile Post 29, near the west end of Mill City. The four mile sect...ion of Highway 22 between the cities of Mill City and Gates will be open for travel. Community members returning to Gates and Mill City will need to use the following travel route to access their residences and businesses:

- Highway 22 east to Hwy 226
- Hwy 226 turns into Lyons/Mill City Dr
- Lyons/Mill City Dr to SW Kingwood Ave
- Kingwood Ave to Gates School Rd
- Gates School Rd to E Sorbin Ave
- E Sorbin Ave to Highway 22

The areas immediately to the north of the city limits of Mill City and Gates remain at a Level 3 – “Go” evacuation status. Road closures will be in effect on Carr Road, Hudel Road and Gates Hill Road north of the city limits.

Current evacuation areas as of 10:00 am,

9/18/2020:
Level 3 – “Go”
Detroit
Idanha
Breitenbush
Highway 22 @ Highway 226, east to Mile Post 29, including North Fork Road, Pioneer Road, and other roadways in this cooridor.

Level 2 – “Be Set”
Lyons
Mehama
Mill City
Gates
Fernridge Rd west of Shellburg Creek Rd to Basil Hill
Crooked Finger Rd & Moss Lane

Level 1 – “Ready”
Scotts Mills
Areas east of Meridian Road, Davis Creek, and Victor Point south to the Marion County line

To see detailed current Marion County Evacuation Zones please visit: http://bit.ly/MCEvacZones

If you happen to live in fire impacted areas of Linn County, updated evacuation maps can be found at: www.LinnSheriff.org

BEACHIE CREEK FIRE UPDATE – September 18, 2020

Acres: 192,012 acres                                                                                                                       Percent Containment: 20%

Start Date: August 16, 2020                                                                                                           Cause: Under Investigation

Origin Location: Opal Creek Wilderness:                                                                                      Fuels: Timber and logging slash two miles south of Jawbone Flats, six miles north of Detroit, Oregon.

Resources: 592

Rainfall Decreases Intensity of Beachie Creek Fire

Firefighters monitor change in weather, different risks.

Salem, Ore. – The Beachie Creek fire is expected to be less active Friday as precipitation moderates fire behavior. The decrease in fire behavior and intensity today will allow firefighters to continue connecting and strengthening the containment lines around the fire. The emphasis is still protecting communities to the south and west of the fire.

Firefighters will continue to directly attack the fire around Scotts Mills, Stayton, Lyons, Mill City, and Detroit. Other crews continue work to protect timber investments on the north side of the fire near Scotts Mills.

While firefighters build containment and contingency lines, they are also monitoring for additional risks from rain such as landslides, flooding, or trees falling.

The Incident Command Team continues to address infrastructure and community needs by assisting power companies, insurance companies, and communication firms. The Team is providing these organizations with information, logistics, and transportation support. This work will lead to allowing residents and community members back into the area.

Fire officials also continue to work closely with the Marion County and Linn County Sheriff’s Offices, ODOT and the Oregon State Police to coordinate recovery efforts along the Santiam Canyon. Currently 4,056 structures are at Level 3 evacuations and another 3,499 are in level 2 evacuations. To protect first responders and communities near the fire, it is imperative that everyone heeds road closures and evacuations. Anyone who enters the fire perimeter jeopardizes firefighting and rescue operations, puts lives at risk, and potentially increases the time it will take to return residents to their homes.

The weather pattern change brings showers to the area of the fire. Rain is expected for the early part of Friday before tapering off later in the day. Maximum temperatures today will be around 65 – 70 degrees and minimum relative humidity will be over 70 percent across the fire area. Cooler temperatures with more humidity are expected over the weekend.

The Willamette National Forest, Bureau of Land Management, and State lands around the fire remain closed to the public. Go to InciWeb (link below) for more information about closures in the area.

Public information:

Facebook: facebook.com/BeachieCreek E-mail: BeachieCreek@gmail.com Phone: 541-583-0526, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Inciweb https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7001/ Oregon Smoke Blog

http://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com/p/air-quality-now.html