See related information for the August 4, 2020 morning update.

Smoke outlook for Aug. 3-4, 2020: The Pine Hollow Fire is putting up very little smoke. However, smoke from the Apple Fire in southern California will continue to drift into Utah and Arizona, and will impact air quality. Air quality in Tuba City and Kayenta, AZ, and Orderville, UT (northwest of Kanab, UT) moved into Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (USG) early yesterday evening. Sensors are still indicating USG air quality this morning. 

Entire report available via the link or PDF download below. 

https://fires.airfire.org/ara/deployments/TheFourCorners/outlooks/2020-08-03-TheFourCorners-Outlook.20200803140104.pdf

See related information for the August 3, 2020 morning update.

See related information for the August 2, 2020 morning update.

See related information for the August 1, 2020 morning update.

Summary: Due to extreme fire conditions and fire suppression activity currently in the area of the Pine Hollow Fire, and in the interest of public safety, the BLM Arizona Strip and Paria River Districts issued official closure orders for public lands located 20 miles east of Kanab, Utah. These areas will be temporarily closed until the end of the current fire emergency.

Notice is hereby given that the Paria River District (BLM) will immediately close selected public lands to public access in Kane County, UT. The closure will be in effect August 2, 2020 at 8 a.m. until rescinded.

(1)  North of UT/AZ state line

(2)   All BLM public lands east of Johnson Wash

(3)   All BLM public lands west of BLM Road 700/1065 (House Rock Valley Road)

(4)   The junction of Highway 89 and BLM Road 700/1065 (House Rock Valley Road) south to the UT/AZ state line

Notice is hereby given that the Arizona Strip District (BLM) will immediately close selected public lands to public access in Coconino County, AZ. The closure will be in effect August 1, 2020 until rescinded.

(1) South of UT/AZ state line

(2) BLM Road 1026 to Hwy 89A

(3) BLM Road 1024 to BLM Road 1025 (Winter Road)

(4) BLM Road 1025 (Winter Road) from BLM Road 1026 East to BLM Road 700/1065 (House Rock Valley Road)

(5) BLM Road 700/1065 (House Rock Valley) Stateline south to BLM Road 1079 (Lone Tree Rd)

(6) Stateline Campground

(7) North of Kaibab National Forest, North Kaibab Ranger District

(8) Arizona Scenic Trail from the Stateline campground south to the Kaibab Forest Boundary

Due to the extreme danger of the Pine Hollow Fire and in the interest of public safety closures shall be implemented immediately to protect human life.

See the official orders for a list of persons exempt from the closure areas.

Maps of the closure area(s) may be obtained from the Pine Hollow Fire ICP, located at the Kanab High School, Kanab, Utah, or online at: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6899/

Recreation Permits: Due to the extreme danger of the Pine Hollow Fire and in the interest of public safety, the walk-in lottery for Coyote Buttes North/the Wave has temporarily been suspended.

For more information on the walk-in permit process during the incident call: 435-644-1300.

Visitors who have questions for permits previously obtained online may email: moreilly@blm.gov.

The closure also applies to special recreation permit holders who are authorized to conduct activities on BLM land.
 
 
 

This will be the last update on the Golden Fire unless significant fire activity occurs

·       91 acres

·       100 percent contained

·       Number of personnel: 96

·       Location: 3 miles southwest of Coulter Summit within the Idaho City Ranger District

·       Start: July 27

·       Cause: Under investigation

·       Resources include: 4 engines, 2 helicopters.

The Incident Commander announced one hundred percent containment of the Fire by the end of shift Sunday. Fire activity has significantly decreased; the only observed fire behavior includes minimal smoldering. The incident organization will be downsizing to the local unit, who will be managing the fire throughout the week.  District Ranger Brant Petersen said, “The rapid response of firefighting resources aided in the swift containment and control of this incident.”   

Recreationist traffic continues to be one of the largest concerns on this incident, Fire officials are asking everyone to avoid National Forest System roads 399, 319, 379, and 380 on the Idaho City Ranger District in the vicinity of the Golden Fire.

There are no immediate threats to structures.

Weather conditions remain hot and dry through the weekend with temperatures reaching near record levels.

Forest Fire Prevention patrols are routinely finding multiple abandoned campfires. PLEASE, put your campfire completely out and cool to the touch!

Visit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/boisenationalforest/albums/72157715299338383 for photos of the Golden Fire. For more information and maps visit: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6898/

Please note: We are transitioning to a new distribution system for Forest updates and announcements sooner than expected. In the interim, please visit and follow us on Facebook for current information.

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·       91 acres

·       80 percent contained

·       Number of personnel: 182

·       Location: 3 miles southwest of Coulter Summit within the Idaho City Ranger District

·       Start: July 27

·       Cause: Under investigation

·       Resources include: 4 engines, 2 helicopters, with additional air support form Single Engine Air Tankers (SEATs), large air tankers as needed.

Hand crews and engines have made significant progress in lining the fire with over 60 percent containment. The fire perimeter has a water hose lay in place assisted by water tenders which will aid in dowsing flames.  Fire activity has significantly decreased as crews have lined the fire; observed fire behavior includes single-tree torching and minimal flanking ground fire. Local District Ranger Brant Petersen said “fire fighters have done an exceptional job.”

Fire personnel on this incident will begin to be downsize based on current and projected needs, increasing capacity for new initial attack fires.

Recreationist traffic continues to be one of the largest concerns on this incident, Fire officials are asking everyone to avoid National Forest System roads 399, 319, 379, and 380 on the Idaho City Ranger District in the vicinity of the Golden Fire.

There are no immediate threats to structures.

Weather conditions remain hot and dry through the weekend with temperatures reaching near record levels.

Forest Fire Prevention patrols are routinely finding multiple abandoned campfires. PLEASE, put your campfire completely out and cool to the touch!

Visit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/boisenationalforest/albums/72157715299338383 for photos of the Fire.

For more information and maps visit: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6898/

Please note: We are transitioning to a new distribution system for Forest updates and announcements sooner than expected. In the interim, please visit and follow us on Facebook for current information.

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·       91 acres

·       60 percent contained

·       Number of personnel: 182

·       Location: 3 miles southwest of Coulter Summit within the Idaho City Ranger District

·       Start: July 27

·       Cause: under investigation

·       Resources include: 4 engines, 5 helicopters, with additional air support form Single Engine Air Tankers (SEATs), large air tankers and               water scoopers as needed.

Hand crews and engines have started mopping up, and are continuing the removal of hazard trees reducing the amount of aircraft needed for the fire. Fire activity has lessened as crews have got hand line around most of the fire; we are seeing interior creeping with pockets of un-burned fuel flaring up from time to time. Crews have been successful at keeping the growth of the fire minimal as they continue with direct attack strategies where opportunities allow.  

Fire officials are asking everyone to avoid National Forest System roads 399, 319, 380 and 379 on the Idaho City Ranger District in the vicinity of the Golden Fire. Officials are concerned with this year’s above average recreation use. Vehicles, particularly ATV/UTVs and motorcycles will be competing with fire traffic in this location. These road systems are very popular among recreationists because they are easily accessible and create a loop for riders to enjoy the forest.  However, due to the proximity of the fire and potential threat to public health and safety, road guards and Fire Prevention patrols will be present, deterring traffic away from the Golden Fire.

There are no immediate threats to structures and there are currently no closures in effect.

Weather conditions remain hot and dry into the weekend with temperatures well above normal. Forest Fire Prevention patrols are routinely finding multiple abandoned campfires. PLEASE, put your campfire completely out and cool to the touch!

Visit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/boisenationalforest/albums/72157715299338383 for photos of the Golden Fire. For more information and maps visit: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6898/

Please note: We are transitioning to a new distribution system for Forest updates and announcements sooner than expected. In the interim, please visit and follow us on Facebook for current information.  

 

·       109 acres

·       Number of personnel: 134

·       Location: 3 miles southwest of Coulter Summit within the Idaho City Ranger District

·       Start: July 27

·       Cause: Lightning

Fire officials are asking everyone to avoid National Forest System roads 399, 319, 380 and 379 on the Idaho City Ranger District in the vicinity of the Golden Fire. Officials are concerned with this year’s above average recreation use. Vehicles, particularly ATV/UTVs and motorcycles will be competing with fire traffic in this location. These road systems are very popular among recreationists because they are easily accessible and create a loop for riders to enjoy the forest.  However, due to the proximity of the fire and potential threat to public health and safety, road guards and Fire Prevention patrols will be present, deterring traffic away from the Golden Fire.

Fire activity has been moderate with isolated torching producing short range spotting. Crews have been successful at keeping the growth of the fire minimal as they continue with direct attack strategies where opportunities allow.

Resources include: 2 engines, 5 helicopters, with additional air support form Single Engine Air Tankers (SEATs), large air tankers and water scoopers as needed.

Widespread hot and dry conditions are expected to remain into the weekend with temperatures well above normal. Isolated thunderstorms are predicted tonight which may bring gusty winds in the evening. There is a 20 percent chance of precipitation.

There are no immediate threats to structures and there are currently no closures in effect.

Visit: https://www.flickr.com/photos/boisenationalforest/albums/72157715299338383 for photos of the Golden Fire. For more information and maps visit: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6898/