Actualización de Cameron Peak Fire, Martes, 13 de Octubre 2020

Equipo de Gestión de Incidentes del Noroeste 6
 Shawn Sheldon, Comandante del Incidente
 Shane Theall & Ken Paul, Diputado Comandantes del Incidente

Vientos más tranquilos y humedad ayudan a moderar actividad del fuego

Cameron Peak Fire Update for Tuesday, October 13, 2020

Northwest Incident Management Team 6
 Shawn Sheldon, Incident Commander
 Shane Theall & Ken Paul, Deputy Incident Commanders

Increased Containment on the Cameron Peak Fire Despite Wind

Current Situation: On Monday fire crews were successful completing a significant amount of containment line along the northern perimeter of the fire, bringing the total containment to 56%. As a result of meeting an incident objective of containment in the north, the northern administrative branches of the fire were combined to “A/D” to the west and “F/L/R” to the north. While the entire northern edge of the fire is now in containment, crews will continue to patrol and monitor the area. Firefighters near Comanche and Hourglass Reservoirs faced challenges due to extreme winds. There was isolated torching and the fire made a small wind-driven run to the east. While these afternoon winds prohibited safe direct attack on the fire, Monday saw little growth of the fire perimeter. Fire crews in the area of Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp and CSU Mountain Campus continued to make improvements to structure protection and continued mop up. In the areas of Pingree Park, Buckhorn and Monument Gulch, firefighters monitored and made improvements on structure protection. Along Long Draw Road and the Cache La Poudre Drainage, firefighters monitored and checked for new fire activity. At 3:22 p.m., Larimer County Sheriff’s Office lifted the voluntary evacuation status for Glacier View.

Today will likely bring more dry winds to the fire area, creating near critical fire weather. Firefighters will continue to patrol and work on structure protection improvements in Monument Gulch and along Buckhorn Road. Point protection and contingency planning will continue in the Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp, CSU Mountain Campus and Pingree Park areas. Aviation resources will continue to engage the fire when winds allow. Today will also be the final day for NW Team 6 on the Cameron Peak Fire. The Rocky Basin Type 1 team is transitioning in with Team 6 and will be taking over command of the fire at 7:00 a.m. on Wednesday, October 14th.

Weather Conditions: Expect high clouds on Tuesday. The forecast calls for highs of 45-55° F. Relative humidity is anticipated to be 15-25%. Winds on the ridgetop and mid-slope are forecast to be southwest at 20-30 mph with gusts to 45 mph. Gusts to 50 mph are expected after 6:00 p.m. Winds in the valleys and lower slopes will likely be southwest at 10-20 mph with gusts of 30-40 mph. Southwest winds will likely be 15-25 mph after 6:00 p.m.

Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR): It is illegal to operate a drone in the fire area. Wildfires are a No Drone Zone. If you fly, we can’t. Whenever a drone is spotted near the fire all aircraft are grounded until we are sure the drone is clear of the area. The use of drones is always prohibited in national parks. For more information please visit http://knowbeforeyoufly.org

Statistics Summary:

 Size: 134,960 acres
 Containment: 56%
 Total Personnel: 857
 Location: 2 mi SW of Red Feather Lakes, CO   
 Reported: August 13
 Cause: Under investigation

 Fire Information: (970) 541-1008   7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
 Media Inquiries: (970) 541-0563
 Joint Info Center: (970) 980-2500   8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6964/
 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CameronPeakFire
 Interactive Story Map: https://arcg.is/1ayXeD0                       
 Smoke Update: https://tinyurl.com/y2duao6r 
 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/cameronpeakfire                  

Closures and Evacuations:
 Larimer County evacuations and road closures: https://nocoalert.org
 Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests fire closure area: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/arp/alerts-notices/?aid=60887
 Rocky Mountain National Park closures: https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/fire-information-and-regulations.htm

Fire Restrictions:
 Canyon Lakes Ranger District, Stage 2: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd801392.pdf
 Rocky Mountain National Park, no fires: https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/fire-information-and-regulations.htm
 Larimer County ban until October 31: https://tinyurl.com/y332jsoy

Hunting Information:
 Colorado Parks and Wildlife: cpw.state.co.us

Actualización de Cameron Peak Fire, Lunes, 12 de Octubre 2020

Equipo de Gestión de Incidentes del Noroeste 6
 Shawn Sheldon, Comandante del Incidente
 Shane Theall & Ken Paul, Diputado Comandantes del Incidente

Vientos más tranquilos y humedad ayudan a moderar actividad del fuego

  
Cameron Peak Fire Update for Monday, October 12, 2020

Northwest Incident Management Team 6
 Shawn Sheldon, Incident Commander

 Shane Theall & Ken Paul, Deputy Incident Commanders

Calmer Winds and Moisture Help Moderate Fire Activity

Current Situation: Sunday saw an increase in fire activity in the early morning hours before calming as much needed moisture moved into the area before noon. Crews monitored the hot spots and looked for new activity near Long Draw Road and the Cache La Poudre Drainage. In close coordination with Larimer County Sheriff’s Office Emergency Services, firefighters continued work in the Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp, CSU Mountain Campus and Pingree Park community. Firefighters continued to monitor in Monument Gulch east along Old Flowers Road. With new containment showing along the northeast fire line from Forest Service Road 333 Road to Bellaire Lake, firefighters continue mop up along the north firelines near the Killpecker tower moving towards the west.

While multiple helicopters were available today, weather conditions only allowed for one drop. Firefighters took advantage of calmer winds and moisture, securing and building new line ahead of expected dryer weather and increased winds Monday. Just before 2:00 p.m., the evacuation status for Highway 14 from Kelly Flats west to the Fish Hatchery was downgraded from mandatory to voluntary. Out of an abundance of caution, new closures were issued by the Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Rocky Mountain National Park.

Today dry, windy weather is anticipated to return. Firefighters will continue to patrol and work on structure protection and removing fuels from around structures in Monument Gulch and Buckhorn Road. Point protection and contingency planning will continue in the Sky Ranch Lutheran Camp, CSU Mountain Campus and Pingree Park community. Mop up will continue along the north firelines where crews continue to get closure to containment, finding less heat every day.   

Weather Conditions: Monday will see partly cloudy conditions. Forecast calls for highs of 40-50°F. Relative humidity is expected to be at 25-30%. Winds will shift from the southwest to the west with gusts of 35-40 mph. Dry, windy conditions will likely continue Tuesday with highs expected to be around 50°F. Winds are expected to be 30-45 mph, with gusts up to 55 mph.

Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR): It is illegal to operate a drone in the fire area. Wildfires are a No Drone Zone. If you fly, we can’t. Whenever a drone is spotted near the fire all aircraft are grounded until we are sure the drone is clear of the area. The use of drones is always prohibited in national parks. For more information please visit http://knowbeforeyoufly.org

Statistics Summary:

 Size: 134,559 acres
 Containment: 47%
 Total Personnel: 920
 Location: 2 mi SW of Red Feather Lakes, CO   
 Reported: August 13
 Cause: Under investigation

 Fire Information: (970) 541-1008   7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
 Media Inquiries: (970) 541-0563
 Joint Info Center: (970) 980-2500   8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6964/
 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CameronPeakFire
 Interactive Story Map: https://arcg.is/1ayXeD0                       
 Smoke Update: https://tinyurl.com/y2duao6r 
 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/cameronpeakfire                  

Closures and Evacuations:
 Larimer County evacuations and road closures: https://nocoalert.org
 Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests fire closure area: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/arp/alerts-notices/?aid=60887
 Rocky Mountain National Park closures: https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/fire-information-and-regulations.htm

Fire Restrictions:
 Canyon Lakes Ranger District, Stage 2: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd801392.pdf
 Rocky Mountain National Park, no fires: https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/fire-information-and-regulations.htm
 Larimer County ban until October 31: https://tinyurl.com/y332jsoy

Hunting Information:
 Colorado Parks and Wildlife: cpw.state.co.us

 Closure Area on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District Extends South

Contact(s): Reghan Cloudman

Fort Collins, Colo., October 11, 2020 – Due to increased fire activity and winds on the Cameron Peak Fire burning in the northwest portion of Larimer County the closure order on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District of the Roosevelt National Forest is expanding to the south. The general area now closed is all National Forest System lands west of the National Forest boundary (except the lower Poudre Canyon); east of the Colorado State Forest State Park; south of the Colorado state line; and north of Highway 34 (see map). Details of the updated closure and a map are available on our website.

This closure impacts numerous recreation sites, including many trails, trailheads, and Forest Service Roads; a number of boating and fishing sites; and some picnic sites. These are listed on our website. All campgrounds both inside and outside the closure area remain closed. This closure also impacts numerous dispersed areas, often used for hunting this time of year. Colorado Parks and Wildlife have information for impacted hunters available on their website.

This closure is in place for public safety and to support firefighting efforts. These areas are very popular with recreationists but also, in many cases, remote. Roads and trails are greatly interconnected. If evacuations are necessary, it can be difficult to reach people and can take emergency responders a great deal of time to make sure everyone is out safely.

If you need ideas on other locations to recreate, please check our website or check with one of your other local land management agencies for opportunities. It is also important to know that the entire Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland remains under Stage 2 Fire Restrictions.

A portion of Highway 14 remains closed. Check the latest with the Colorado Department of Transportation. There are also some closures adjacent to our closure within the State Forest State Park. Rocky Mountain National Park has implemented temporary closures in the more remote northern area of the park due to the Cameron Peak Fire. The closure impacts numerous trails and wilderness campsites. Check their website at www.nps.gov/romo/index.htm for details.

If you are looking for information on the Cameron Peak Fire, please check InciWeb. Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is your source for evacuation information.

-USDA-

Closure Area on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District Extends South

Contact(s): Reghan Cloudman

Fort Collins, Colo., October 11, 2020 – Due to increased fire activity and winds on the Cameron Peak Fire burning in the northwest portion of Larimer County the closure order on the Canyon Lakes Ranger District of the Roosevelt National Forest is expanding to the south. The general area now closed is all National Forest System lands west of the National Forest boundary (except the lower Poudre Canyon); east of the Colorado State Forest State Park; south of the Colorado state line; and north of Highway 34 (see map). Details of the updated closure and a map are available on our website.

This closure impacts numerous recreation sites, including many trails, trailheads, and Forest Service Roads; a number of boating and fishing sites; and some picnic sites. These are listed on our website. All campgrounds both inside and outside the closure area remain closed. This closure also impacts numerous dispersed areas, often used for hunting this time of year. Colorado Parks and Wildlife have information for impacted hunters available on their website.

This closure is in place for public safety and to support firefighting efforts. These areas are very popular with recreationists but also, in many cases, remote. Roads and trails are greatly interconnected. If evacuations are necessary, it can be difficult to reach people and can take emergency responders a great deal of time to make sure everyone is out safely.

If you need ideas on other locations to recreate, please check our website or check with one of your other local land management agencies for opportunities. It is also important to know that the entire Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests and Pawnee National Grassland remains under Stage 2 Fire Restrictions.

A portion of Highway 14 remains closed. Check the latest with the Colorado Department of Transportation. There are also some closures adjacent to our closure within the State Forest State Park. Rocky Mountain National Park has implemented temporary closures in the more remote northern area of the park due to the Cameron Peak Fire. The closure impacts numerous trails and wilderness campsites. Check their website at www.nps.gov/romo/index.htm for details.

If you are looking for information on the Cameron Peak Fire, please check InciWeb. Larimer County Sheriff’s Office is your source for evacuation information.

-USDA-

LCSO - Cameron Peak Evacuation Update for Highway 14 from Kelly Flats to Fish Hatchery

News Release, 12:48 pm, October 11, 2020:
 The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office has updated evacuation information. Cameron Peak fire officials have downgraded the evacuation status from mandatory to voluntary for Highway 14 from Kelly Flats west to the Fish Hatchery. Residents in those evacuation areas may return home but are asked to use caution driving into the area, as utility workers with heavy equipment are still working to restore services and fire personnel will also be present. Please be sure to have proper identification to show residency in those areas, as only residents will be allowed to enter. To view a map of these changes, please visit nocoalert.org. There will still be a significant amount of smoke and fire in the area, as firefighters continue their work. Please do not call 911 unless you are in danger.

Actualización de Cameron Peak Fire
 Domingo, 11 de Octubre 2020

Equipo de Gestión de Incidentes del Noroeste 6
 Shawn Sheldon, Comandante del Incidente
 Shane Theall & Ken Paul, Diputado Comandantes del Incidente

Los bomberos trabajan en condiciones climáticas críticas para proteger los hogares

Cameron Peak Fire Update for Sunday, October 11, 2020

Northwest Incident Management Team 6
 Shawn Sheldon, Incident Commander
 Shane Theall & Ken Paul, Deputy Incident Commanders
 

Firefighters Continue Work Ahead of Approaching Cold Front

Current Situation: Saturday saw another day of active fire behavior and gusty winds ahead of a cold front expected to arrive today. Fire activity and smoke were seen in the south near RMNP and Joe Wright Reservoir. Air support continued to assess and monitor these areas throughout the day. Firefighters continued focused efforts at the CSU Mountain Campus and Pingree Park community. The fire remains to the north of the CSU Campus and west of Pingree Park Road. Fire behavior calmed in the overnight hours with slightly higher relative humidity. Crews monitored the CSU campus, Pingree Park, and Monument Gulch areas overnight. In addition to the ground support working on point protection, air operations were active dropping retardant and water drops on targets in the area to help slow fire spread. Mop up, reenforcing dozer lines, and structure protection continued on the north firelines and the Highway 14 corridor. Firefighters were able to secure firelines and add containment along the northeast line of the fire near Crystal Lakes, Red Feather, and Glacier View Meadows. Around noon evacuations were downgraded to voluntary evacuation for Crystal Lakes and Red Feather Lakes.

Today’s winds ahead of a cold front will likely increase fire activity in the early morning hours through the afternoon. Firefighters will continue point protection operations in the CSU Mountain Campus and Pingree Park community. Crews will patrol and monitor in the Monument Gulch community watching for any new fire spread. Firefighters will continue work on the north firelines and the Highway 14 corridor. Air support will continue to monitor the south firelines near Joe Wright Reservoir and RMNP. Active fire and wind will cause smoke to increase and be visible in several areas of the fire.

Weather Conditions: Sunday will see a cold front bringing increased clouds, winds, and very little moisture. The forecast calls for highs of 55-60°F. Relative humidity is expected to be medium at 35-40%. Winds are expected to shift throughout the day a with gusts of 45-55 mph. Monday should see cooler temperature with very windy conditions. Highs are expected to be around 45°F. Relative humidity is expected to drop to 15-25% with wind gusts up to 55 mph.

Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR): It is illegal to operate a drone in the fire area. Wildfires are a No Drone Zone. If you fly, we can’t. Whenever a drone is spotted near the fire all aircraft are grounded until we are sure the drone is clear of the area. The use of drones is always prohibited in national parks. For more information please visit http://knowbeforeyoufly.org

Statistics Summary:

 Size: 134,559 acres
 Containment: 47%
 Total Personnel: 914
 Location: 2 mi SW of Red Feather Lakes, CO   
 Reported: August 13
 Cause: Under investigation

 Fire Information: (970) 541-1008   7 a.m. to 8 p.m.
 Media Inquiries: (970) 541-0563
 Joint Info Center: (970) 980-2500   8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

 InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6964/
 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CameronPeakFire
 Interactive Story Map: https://arcg.is/1ayXeD0                       
 Smoke Update: https://tinyurl.com/y2duao6r 
 YouTube: https://tinyurl.com/cameronpeakfire                  

Closures and Evacuations:
 Larimer County evacuations and road closures: https://nocoalert.org
 Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests fire closure area: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/arp/alerts-notices/?aid=60887
 Rocky Mountain National Park closures: https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/fire-information-and-regulations.htm

Fire Restrictions:
 Canyon Lakes Ranger District, Stage 2: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd801392.pdf
 Rocky Mountain National Park, no fires: https://www.nps.gov/romo/learn/fire-information-and-regulations.htm
 Larimer County ban until October 31: https://tinyurl.com/y332jsoy

Hunting Information:
 Colorado Parks and Wildlife: cpw.state.co.us

LCSO - Cameron Peak Evacuation Updates for Red Feather/Crystal Lakes/Lady Moon/Red Feather Highlands

News Release, 12:00 pm, October 10, 2020:
 The Larimer County Sheriff’s Office has updated information on several evacuation areas. Cameron Peak fire officials have downgraded the evacuation status from mandatory to voluntary for the following notification areas: Crystal Lakes, Red Feather Lakes, Lady Moon and Red Feather Highlands. Voluntary evacuations will remain in place for those areas until further notice. Please be sure to have proper identification to show residency in those areas, as only residents will be allowed to enter. We ask that you use caution when driving through the area, as emergency crews are still present. To view a map of these changes, please visit nocoalert.org. There will still be a significant amount of smoke and fire in the area, as firefighters continue their work. Please do not call 911 unless you are in danger.