Telephone Fire Quick Facts:
Size: 54,034 Start Date: July 22, 2024 Location: 12 miles NE of Burns, OR
Containment: 95% Cause: Lightning/Natural

Falls Fire Quick Facts: 
Size: 151,680 Start Date: July 10, 2024 Location: 13 miles NW of Burns, OR
Containment: 89% Cause: Human-caused, under investigation
Structures Triaged: Residences: 386 / Commercial: 119 / Outbuildings: 760

Sand Mountain Fire Quick Facts:
Size: 7,582 Start Date: July 25, 2024 Location: 17 miles SW of Seneca, OR
Containment: 100% Cause: Lightning/Natural

Total Personnel Across All Fires: 965

Total Resources Assigned:  26 hand crews, 33 engines, 9 bulldozers, 31 water tenders, 1 masticator, 12 skidgines

Aerial resources assigned: One Type 1 helicopter

Priorities for Thursday, August 15

1. Initial Attack (IA) is the highest priority to keep all new fires as small as possible.
2. Northeast portion of the Falls Fire; increasing mop up depth and spot containment.
3. Northwest portion of the Telephone Fire near Gobbler’s Knob and King Mountain; increasing mop up depth and spot containment.

Telephone Fire: Yesterday, the eastern side of the fire was monitored and patrolled. Ranchers, firefighters and cooperators worked together to drive cattle across 395 to safer, unburned areas for grazing. Mastication on the 2830 Road continued along with work on the 28 Road shaded fuel break. Today, crews will continue monitoring and patrolling the fire area and focusing on the backhaul of equipment. Backhaul—the process of returning equipment and supplies on a wildfire to a central point for redistribution—is an essential part of wildfire logistics and ensures that resources are efficiently managed and available for changing fire conditions or future incidents. Firefighters will continue with mastication on the 2830 Road near the Little Black Rock area.

Falls/Sand Mountain Fires: Yesterday, firefighters in the northeast focused on securing 

 fire’s edge by burning out small pockets of unburned fuels using an unmanned aerial system in the Five Hundred Flat Area. Crews continued felling operations to remove hazardous trees on the 37 Road. Today, with increased containment across the fire, the perimeter is in patrol and monitor status. Additionally, crews will be using road graders to repair sections of the 43 and 41 Roads in the Parker Creek and Spring Canyon areas.

Weather: Portions of the Telephone Fire received two tenths of an inch of helpful wetting rain. Temperatures today are expected to be slightly cooler with higher with relative humidities than recent days. There is a chance of thunderstorms with additional wetting rains and lightning this afternoon. Despite the recent precipitation, conditions are still favorable for fire growth in the event of new starts.

Evacuations: There were additional changes yesterday to the evacuation orders for Grant and Harney Counties. For the most accurate evacuation information, visit the Harney County Sheriff’s evacuation map: https://bit.ly/FallsFireEvac, or the Grant County Emergency Management Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068819321423

Closures:  National Forest has reduced the South Area Closure. Due to control and containment measures the Malheur National Forest is able to reduce portions of the Forest previously under the South Area Closure. However, to continue protecting public health and safety, fire managers will maintain a portion of the southern part of the forest under closure due to fire activity and fire suppression operations. This closure will be effective August 6, 2024, through December 31, 2024, unless rescinded sooner. This Forest Order rescinds and replaces the previous southern area closure. A closure map and the closure order are available on the Malheur National Forest website (https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/malheur/news-events/?cid=FSEPRD1198892) and in local U.S. Forest Service offices. 

Investigation: The U.S. Forest Service is seeking the public’s assistance with any information pertinent to the start of the Falls Fire on the Malheur National Forest. Submit any relevant information to SM.FS.R6TipHotLine@usda.gov.  

Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR): TFRs in the area have been changing; pilots should check the latest information on the Federal Aviation Administration TFR website prior to flying: https://tfr.faa.gov/tfr_map_ims/html/index.html

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/p/Falls-Fire-2024-61562126623985/
Falls Fire InciWeb:  https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/ormaf-falls-fire
Telephone Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/ormaf-telephone-fire
Fire Information Line: 541-208-4370, staffed 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Email: 2024.Falls@firenet.gov

Harney County Non-emergency Evacuation Questions: 541-589-5579

Air Quality Questions: 541-573-2271. Air quality information, searchable by zip code: https://fire.airnow.gov/

Smoke Outlooks: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook

Headlines:

• Fire information phone: 707 572-4860 or email at 2024.Boise@firenet.gov
• Get all your Boise Fire information in one mobile-friendly place! https://linktr.ee/2024boisefiresrf 
• Join us TODAY, Thursday, August 15 at 2 p.m. for an online Ask the Incident Commander information meeting at https://www.youtube.com/live/EIXlRG5xd60
• Join us TOMORROW for a community meeting in Forks of Salmon at the Community Club at 
  5 p.m. This meeting will not be livestreamed.
• Evacuations are in place for the Boise Fire for residents near the fire area in Humboldt County. For the most current evacuation information please visit the Boise Fire linktree or visit--
• Humboldt County: https://humboldtgov.org/356/Office-of-Emergency-Services
• Siskiyou County: https://www.co.siskiyou.ca.us/emergencyservices 
  
   

Leader’s Intent: The Boise Fire is being managed with a full suppression strategy. 

Operational Update: 

Last night was quiet on the fireline and night shift resources were able to continue mopping up and improving lines protecting the structures in Orleans, Pearch Creek, along the Red Cap Road, at Le Perron Flat, and Short Ranch. They are falling snags along the edge and removing vegetation close to the lines to ensure that containment is secure. Today, two divisions have been added to the fire on its east side, and those resources will begin working to reopen lines from the Orleans Mountain Road and working their way onto High Point Ridge via the Nordheimer Trail to determine viable options for containment. While there are few opportunities for containment in those areas, the objective is to keep the fire footprint as small as possible, and crews will take advantage of today’s favorable conditions to continue their good work. 

Weather and Fire Behavior: The weather today is expected to be similar to yesterday, with cool temperatures and increased humidity. Light winds are predicted for the afternoon, especially in east/west aligned drainages and on exposed ridges. 

Ruby Fire Update
August 15th, 2024
Minnesota Incident Command System (MNICS) Incident Commander-Jeb Backe

Ruby Fire Quick Facts
Size: 820 acres Location: North Cascades National Park, Ruby Mountain, Diablo, Washington
Containment: 0% Cause: Lightning/Natural
Start Date: August 9th, 2024 Total Personnel: 50

Fire Information:
Inciweb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/wancp-ruby-fire Email: 2024.Ruby@firenet.gov
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Ruby-Fire/61563760546137/ Phone: 1-360-208-8096
Current Status: Weather conditions over the past few days have minimized fire activity and spread. Firefighters continued structure protection to bridges, campgrounds, and trails, in addition to checking closed trails for public. Access is difficult due to steep terrain and hazards. Aerial suppression resources have not been utilized due to the weather conditions.

Planned Actions: Firefighters will continue to protect values at risk surrounding the fire area through structure protection to nearby infrastructure and natural resources, preparing for the potential of fire growth. Main objectives are protecting human life, minimizing damage to values at risk, and limiting wildfire spread to the north and west of the current fire location.

Weather: National Weather Service IMET – Chance for rain showers between 1 pm and midnight. Isolated thunderstorms between 2-10 pm. Chance of precipitation is 25 percent. Partially cloudy, becoming partially sunny with high of 80. West winds 4-9 mph, with gusts to 18 mph. Mostly cloudy in the evening with a low of 60. East winds 1-3 mph. There is the risk of isolated thunderstorms in the fire area this week and weekend.
Closures: There are multiple closures in the area due to the Ruby Fire and other nearby fires. Colonial Creek South Campground and boat launch are closed. State Route 20 is closed east of the park from MP 148 and MP 157 due to the Easy Fire. For a full list of park closures visit https://go.nps.gov/fireclosures

Burning Restrictions: National Park Service - Campfires or the ignition of wood, briquettes, or any fuel in fire pits, fire pans and barbeque grills, are banned in all portions of North Cascades National Park Service Complex – North Cascades National Park, Ross Lake National Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan National Recreation Area. This includes all National Park Service lands and campgrounds along State Route 20 as well as Hozomeen and the entire Stehekin Valley.

Cooperating Agencies & Tribes: National Park Service, Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, Seattle City Light, Whatcom County, Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office

Smoke: U.S. Interagency Wildland Fire Air Quality Response Program - Overall air quality will be good today in upper Skagit Valley. https://outlooks.wildlandfiresmoke.net/outlook/f79a6d6d https://www.airnow.gov/
 

If you would like to sign up for our daily updates, please send an email to: 2024.Ruby@firenet.gov

Incident Commander:  Bill Waln, Incident Commander  

Location:  10 miles southwest of Wise River, MT 

Start Date: 7/25/2024  

Cause: Undetermined 

Size: 4,166 acres  

Containment: 22% 

Resources on Site: 1 Type 2 hand crew; 5 engines 

Total Personnel:  161 

KEY MESSAGE  

Firefighters successfully contained the Grouse Fire along the south edge and prevented it from spreading into homes and properties in the Pettengill area. 

Structure protection crews put in place point protection infrastructure; pumps, hoses, and sprinklers to protect structures and other identified values at risk. Once the point protection was no longer needed, they removed the equipment in sections, packaged it up on pallets, and labeled each with layout instructions for easy redeployment. They assessed structures in the Pettengill area and moved north to assess structures along the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway, Wise River, and along the Hwy 43 corridor. They took the data from their assessments and created a structure protection package for the Beaverhead-Deerlodge NF, Beaverhead County Department of Emergency Services, and the local fire chief.  

Firefighters created fuel breaks along the Pettengill Creek and Reservoir Creek trails, and shaded fuel breaks along the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway. All are indirect firelines that provide firefighters a defensible line that is accessible and has the highest probability of success to stop fire spread. 

CURRENT STATUS/PLANNED ACTIONS 

Firefighters will continue to monitor and patrol the fire along the Pettengill Road and Pettengill Creek trail. Crews will continue cleanup and log trucks will continue hauling logs from the shaded fuel breaks along the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway.   

Weather and Fire Behavior 

Temperatures today will range from the high 60s to high 70s. Southwest winds at 8-12 mph with gusts up to 16 mph. There is a 60 percent chance of thunderstorms between 4:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. with wind gusts up to 40 mph. 

CLOSURES AND RESTRICTIONS 

The Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest has issued an Area/Road/Trail Closure (Closure #01-02-03-24-05) effective July 31, 2024. This Order is for public and firefighter safety during fire suppression efforts of the Grouse Fire. Closure information and maps are posted on the Forests’ website and the fire’s Inciweb page as they are in place. https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/mtbdf-grouse. 

A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place over the fire area. 

The Forest is in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions. Campfires are allowed only in a permanent metal fire grate/ring provided by the Forest Service in a designated, developed recreation site. Smoking is restricted to vehicles, in buildings, or in an area clear of flammable materials. Devices with an on/off switch that use LPG fuels are allowed in an area clear of flammable materials within three feet of the device.  

Warner Peak Fire Update
Daily Update August 15, 2024

Acres:     65,002

Start Date: 08/05/24
Location: Lake County, OR

Personnel: 510
Containment: 40%

Highlights: Containment increased to 40% from control lines on the eastern perimeter. The team is using a full suppression strategy on this lightning-caused fire. The fire is still active in the south and west corridors. A Red Flag Warning is in effect for today for thunderstorms, lightning, and gusty winds. Predicted storms have the potential to bring erratic gusts accompanied with rapid wind shifts.

Fire Activity: Firefighters on the eastern and northeastern portions of the fire worked to strengthen containment lines by extinguishing pockets of residual heat. Available crews and resources were shifted to assist firefighters on the southern portion of the fire, particularly to bolster containment lines near Crump Lake and Hart Lake. Crews are making slow and steady progress on the direct fire line at the southern and western perimeters of the fire in steep, rugged terrain and dense vegetation.

Today’s focus will be on patrolling and monitoring established containment lines and extinguishing isolated hot spots within the fire’s interior. Crews will be paying close attention to the weather and potential for outflow winds to increase fire behavior, particularly in pockets of unburned vegetation near the southern perimeter. Today’s slight increase in humidity may moderate behavior; however, in general, the fire is expected to remain active over the next several days. Firefighters will continue to create line on the southern area of the fire where it has persisted to be active. Crews will patrol for spot fires outside of control lines. An Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) will be used to detect areas of high-intensity and scattered heat within the perimeter and identify heavy fuels that could carry fire beyond its current footprint.

Closures: The Hart Mountain National Antelope Refuge is closed for public and firefighter safety.

In coordination with the Southwest Area Incident Management Team, the Lake County Sheriff’s Office has issued evacuation orders for the Hart Mountain area in support of firefighting efforts on the Warner Peak Fire. For detailed information visit www.lakecountyor.org.

Weather: Temperatures are averaging in to the mid 80’s. Relative humidity will increase to 17%. Humidity is showing good recovery at night, climbing to 50%. This recovery should moderate fire activity allowing crews to continue to make progress on suppressing the fire.

Smoke: Wildfire smoke from the Warner Peak Fire may impact the community of Plush and surrounding areas. Go to www.airnow.gov to see the latest smoke conditions in your community.

More Information:
Information Phone Line: 541.208.1770 
Email: 2024.warnerpeak@firenet.gov  
Facebook: facebook.com/warnerpeakfire 
Inciweb: inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orshr-warner-peak 

Limepoint and Cliff Mountain Fires

Thursday, August 15, 2024

Contact Fire Information: 208-992-3032

or 2024.limepoint@firenet.gov

Limepoint: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idpaf-limepoint-fire 

Cliff Mountain: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idpaf-cliff-mountain https://www.facebook.com/payettenationalforest/

Yesterday, a heavy morning dew on portions of the fire aided suppression efforts.  Firefighters made good progress on the north side of the fire, securing the small fires outside the fire perimeter which were started by embers Monday, and using a small, intentional burnout operation along a containment line to further protect the Cuprum community.  Strengthening of firelines and falling of standing dead fire-weakened trees continued around Cuprum.  Containment increased southwest of Bear, on the east side of the fire. 

Today, a low pressure system will pass over the fire area, resulting in both morning and evening bands of showers and thunderstorms, with variable wind direction and speeds during the day.  Firefighters will continue  suppression efforts on the northeastern portions of the fire.  At the same time, firefighters will begin suppression repair work in areas on the southeastern portion of the fire, using heavy equipment and hand tools. 

Incident Commander Jeff Knudson said, “At this stage of this fire, there is relatively small daily fire growth, and increasing amounts of fire containment.  We are focusing on two equally important missions: continuing aggressive suppression efforts on the active, uncontained portions of the fire, while beginning to repair some of the impacts caused by our prior fire suppression efforts on areas of the fire which are now secure.” 

The Cliff Mountain Fire, located approximately 7 miles north of the Limepoint Fire, is 1,108 acres with 75 percent containment, burning mostly in wilderness, and it received approximately ½” of rain on August 13.  Aviation resources continue to actively assess this fire. 

Evacuations:  Evacuation levels continue unchanged.  Cuprum remains at a Level 2 (SET) evacuation level, per the Adams County Sheriff.  The Bear and Wildhorse communities remain at a Level 1 (READY) evacuation level.  For your safety and the safety of firefighters, please stay away from the fire area.  Only residents and property owners are allowed in the area until further notice. 

Closures: The Forest Closure Order issued by the Payette National Forest to protect public safety near the fire area remains in effect.  For more information about the closure, visit https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idpaf-limepoint-fire. 

Restrictions: Stage 1 Fire Restrictions remain in effect for the Payette National Forest and all state, private and BLM lands in the fire area.  Under these restrictions, campfires are allowed only in recreation sites within metal fire pits.  Fires of any kind are not allowed in any dispersed camping areas. 

Special Note: The Council Mountain Music Festival will be held as planned this weekend at Veterans Memorial Peace Park, adjacent to Adams County Fairgrounds in Council.  The fairgrounds are serving as the Incident Command Post (ICP) for the Limepoint Fire.  Fire managers and festival organizers are coordinating to ensure the enjoyment of festival attendees, and the safety of both festival attendees and fire personnel. 

Visit https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/ for more information on these and other fires. 

Park Fire Morning Update for August 15 is posted on the Park Fire Status Update Page

The West Mountain Complex includes five fires- Boulder, Snag, Wolf Creek, Dollar, and Goat Fires. Read our daily update for more information. Scroll to the bottom of the page for PDF versions of the daily update, the daily map, and the daily smoke report. 

QUICK FACTS

Fire  |  Location  |  Size  |  Containment  |  Start Date

Boulder  |  9 miles SW of Cascade  |  1,948 acres  |  9%  |  7/24/2024

Wolf Creek  |  5 miles W of Donnelly  |  1,154 acres  |  71%  |  7/24/2024

Snag  |  11 miles E of Cascade  |  19,563 acres  |  0%  |  8/5/2024

Dollar  |  18 miles NE of Cascade  |  1,666 acres  |  0%   |  8/5/2024

Goat  |  11 miles SE of Cascade  |  981 acres  |  0%   |  8/5/2024

Cause: Lightning (All Fires)

Total Incident Personnel: 773

Weather | Anticipated Fire Behavior: 

A Red Flag Warning has been issued today from 10:00 a.m. to 10:00 p.m. Lightning and strong gusty winds are expected as well as scattered showers and thunderstorms. There is a 30-40% chance of wetting rains. Some portions of the area may receive significant rainfall while others receive little. A chance of thunderstorms and showers will extent into Friday with drier, warmer, and breezier conditions expected over the weekend. 

Boulder Fire:  https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idbof-boulder-fire

No spotting was observed yesterday, and the northern border of the fire is continuing to hold. Fire crews will focus on extending and completing containment lines on the southeast corner of the fire. Fire managers are planning for firing operations northwest of the 421E Road when weather conditions become optimal to strengthen the containment line. At that time, additional smoke may impact the area, however fire managers expect increased containment over the next few days. 

Snag Fire:  https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idbof-snag-fire

The Snag Fire continues to show the most fire activity of all the fires being by the managed by the incident management team. More spotting was observed yesterday along the Warm Lake Highway and additional engines and water tenders are staffing along the highway. The fire area contains heavy dead and downed fuels, creating challenging conditions for firefighters. Live powerlines along Warm Like Highway have been deenergized to allow firefighters to engage in suppression tactics around electrical infrastructure. Residents can follow Idaho Power on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/idahopower/ for updates.

Two key objectives are to hold the fire at the highway and to prevent fire spread west onto nearby state and private property. Firefighters will continue suppression tactics along the highway and will improve control lines along the southwest perimeter of the fire. Fire managers expect fire activity to continue today and more firefighters and equipment are planned to arrive and mobilize, as crews on the Wolf Creek Fire are reassigned to the Snag Fire.

Wolf Creek Fire: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idpaf-wolf-creek-fire

Fire activity remains minimal, and containment is now at 71%. Firefighters continue to focus on mopping up, which consists of carefully inspecting and checking the ground near the fire line to detect, dig out, and extinguish any remaining smoldering areas that could reignite. As fire activity diminishes, resources will be shifted to the Snag Fire while others will begin rehabilitation on indirect containment lines.

Dollar Fire:  https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idbof-dollar-fire

The Dollar Fire is slowly spreading in all directions, however previously burned areas and rocky outcrops are limiting fire spread. Aerial resources are continuing to monitor fire behavior. Fire managers are assessing the need to establish a control line on the southwest corner of the fire near the North Fork Gold Fork Trailhead. Ground crews may be ordered to contain the fire and prevent spreading west into the Gold Fork drainage. 

Goat Fire:  https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idbof-goat-fire

Aviation resources are monitoring fire spread to the north towards the Snag Fire and to the east towards the Middle Fork Payette drainage. The western perimeter of the Goat Fire borders the 2007 East Fire, which may slow fire progression. 

SNAG FIRE EVACUATION INFORMATION

The Valley County Sheriff’s Office issued a “ready” evacuation order for Warm Lake residents and the North Shore Lodge at Warm Lake on August 7. The map can be found on Inciweb: https://tinyurl.com/42auxnk8.  A second “ready” evacuation order was issued on August 8 for the Horsethief area, including the YMCA Camp, and areas of Scott Valley. This map can also be found on Inciweb, with the relevant areas outlined in purple:  https://tinyurl.com/4vfj657x

Review the READY, SET, GO evacuation procedure for Valley County: https://www.co.valley.id.us/ReadySetGo

For timely information on evacuations, check out your county’s emergency alert system. 

• Valley County: https://www.co.valley.id.us/CompleteEmergencyNotificationandAlerting
• Adams County: https://public.alertsense.com/SignUp/PublicUser.aspx?regionid=1077

ROAD CLOSURES

Warm Lake Highway Closure: The Valley County Sheriff’s Office has closed Warm Lake Highway due to the Snag Fire. The Warm Lake Highway is closed at the Horsethief Road intersection east toward Warm Lake and from the Johnson Creek Road intersection west toward Warm Lake. Scott Valley residents will be allowed access. For updates on county closures visit: https://www.co.valley.id.us/departments/SheriffsOffice.

FOREST CLOSURES

August 12, 2024 update: The Boise National Forest has modified or expanded their wildfire closures to address public and firefighter safety and respond to increased wildfire growth. This new closure area begins at the south end of the Dollar/Oro (Snag) fire closure area and continues south to Crouch and the Banks-Lowman Hwy, and east to the 579, 563 and 582 roads.

Wolf Creek Fire Closures: On the Payette National Forest, a closure including popular National Forest System roads around the Wolf Creek fire such as: sections of NFS #1763 (West Mountain Jeep Trail), #835, #206, #326. On the Boise National Forest, Forest Road #435 (Anderson Lake Road) was closed on August 1. 

Boulder Fire Closures: The Boise National Forest has issued a closure order #0402-04-98 for National Forest System (NFS) roads, trails and lands encompassing the Boulder Fire. The closure was enacted to protect public safety and support fire suppression activities. The closure includes Blue Lake and Snowbank Mountain Road (#446) along with all #404 and #421 system roads. 

For maps and more detailed descriptions of the closures on the Payette National Forest, please visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/payette/alerts-notices

For maps and more detailed descriptions of the closures on the Boise National Forest, please visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/boise/alerts-notices 

Fire Restrictions: Stage 1 Fire Restrictions have been issued for the Payette Fire Restrictions Area on the Payette National Forest and the West Central Mountains Fire Restrictions Area on the Boise National Forest. For more information on the restrictions and a very helpful interactive map, visit https://www.idl.idaho.gov/fire-management/fire-restrictions-finder/

Important Links

• Payette National Forest: https://www.fs.usda.gov/payette
• Payette National Forest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PayetteNationalForest
• Boise National Forest: https://www.fs.usda.gov/boise
• Boise National Forest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/BoiseNationalForest
• Idaho Department of Lands: https://www.idl.idaho.gov/fire-management/

Significant Progress Continues on Dixon Fire

DAYS CREEK, Ore. – Fire activity moderated today, allowing crews to make good progress in all divisions. On the southern portion of the fire, tactical firing was completed within the immediate fire area. This is used to strategically remove ground fuels in areas that could generate significant or unpredictable growth if left uncontrolled. Crews will be in place to monitor these areas through the night.

Along FSRD 1610 and the 100-spur road, tenders were busy shuttling water to assist crews completing mop up, extinguishing hot spots, and removing burning debris up to 50’ within the perimeter of north and west fire edges. On Tiller Trail Highway, the removal of hazard trees continued, and crews extended mop up further into the fire perimeter along Crume Ranch Lane.

Mop up was completed 75’ around all structures that are within the fire area or directly adjacent to it. The remaining surface preparation work in Drew was also completed today, which included the reduction and removal of receptive fuels, as well as the relocation of combustible items.

As a result of progress made by the coordinated efforts of fire resources, Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) will demobilize two task forces tomorrow morning, allowing them to return to their home agencies. Structural protection will be provided by remaining resources.

Evacuations: Evacuation levels are managed by the Douglas County Sheriff. Please stay up to date here: https://www.dcso.com/270/Evacuations
The official Red Cross call-in shelter is now at:
Days Creek Charter School
11381 Tiller Trail Hwy, Days Creek, OR 97429
This new location was established to better meet the needs of community members. Please call (541) 580-1867 or (541) 801-4971 if you need access.

Forest Closures: There is a forest closure in place. Order: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1200029.pdf
Map: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1200030.pdf

Fire Information Board Locations: https://www.google.com/maps/d/edit?mid=13vb6f48bmfpMszOGMdkoVLIIgXQd4s0&usp=sharing

Smoke Outlook: A smoke condition warning has been issued for the immediate area.
For updates check: https://fire.airnow.gov/#

Infrastructure Update: Pacific Power crews are in the community doing fire hardening measures, inspections and repair work. They will continue to provide updates to impacted customers via phone/email/text.
For information on current outages, visit:
https://www.pacificpower.net/outages-safety.html
En español: https://www.pacificpower.net/es/apagones.html
For information on wildfire mitigation and safety efforts, visit:
https://www.pacificpower.net/outages-safety/wildfire-safety.html
For questions, please reach out to the Pacific Power Customer Service team at 1-888-221-7070

Smoke Outlook 8/14-8/15

Special Statement

Fire Weather Watch for Abundant Lightning Tonight Through Thursday.

Fire

There are multiple fires affecting Central Oregon. For more information on these incidents, please visit Inciweb.

Smoke

Reduced fire activity over central Oregon has led to MODERATE air quality. Weather will confine smokiest conditions to the proximity of smoldering fires. The forecast is for largely MODERATE conditions over most of the region through the afternoon. Air quality is expected to become GOOD to MODERATE Thursday due to a passing weather system.

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Monument

Varying MODERATE to GOOD AQ into Thursday.