The Bridge Creek Road is now open to the public as of 5:30 pm Friday, July 26. Please drive with caution. 

Quick Facts

• Acres: Mill, 2,962; Smith, 45    
• Containment: Mill 20%; Smith 100%   
• Detection Date: July 22, 2024
• Cause: Lightning
• Crews: 13
• Engines: 57
• Dozers: 4
• Helicopters: 5
• Fixed wing: available as needed
• Total resources: 569

Headlines
•    As of today, no evacuation orders remain. For specific evacuation information, please visit: facebook.com/plumascountysheriff or facebook.com/sierracosheriff
•    Join us for another Ask-the-Incident Commander meeting TOMORROW (technology permitting, July 27, at 2 p.m. on facebook.com/USFSPlumas 
 

Operational Update
Smith Fire: The Smith Fire is at 100% contained. This does not mean that the fire is out. Some isolated smokes may occasionally be visible far interior, and crews will continue to patrol the area.  
Mill Fire: The Mill Fire is also continuing to show reduced heat. Crews continue to strengthen direct line and mop up around previous spot fires. Mopping up is a critical piece of firefighting, and can include “cold-trailing,” where firefighters remove their gloves and feel through the dirt with their hands to ensure that absolutely no heat remains that could rekindle. Managers continue to patrol by air and with infrared and are able to pinpoint specific areas of potential heat. If any hot spots are detected, they can then direct crews to extinguish them.
 

Weather
A cooling trend is expected to continue into the weekend, with temperatures predicted to be roughly 10 degrees cooler tomorrow. Better overnight fuel recoveries are anticipated to arrive with this cooling trend.

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Forest Order No. 0513-24-14

USDA FOREST SERVICE

PACIFIC SOUTHWEST REGION

SEQUOIA NATIONAL FOREST

Borel Fire Area, Trails, and Roads Closure

Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety,

the following acts are prohibited within the Kern River Ranger District of the Sequoia National

Forest. This order is effective from July 27, 2024, through August 10, 2024.

1. Going into or being upon any National Forest System lands within the Borel Fire Closure Area, as described in Exhibit A and shown on the attached map. 36 C.F.R. § 261.52(e).

2. Being on any National Forest System trails within the Borel Fire Closure Area, as described in Exhibit A and shown on the attached map. 36 C.F.R. § 261.55(a).

3. Being on any National Forest System roads within the Borel Fire Closure Area, as described in Exhibit A and shown on the attached map. 36 C.F.R § 261.54(e).

4. Entering or using any Developed Recreation Sites within the Borel Fire Closure Area, as described in Exhibit A and shown on the attached map. 36 C.F.R. § 261.58(b)

Pursuant to 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(e), the following persons are exempt from this Order:

1. Persons with Forest Service Permit No. FS-7700-48 (Permit for Use of Roads, Trails, or Areas Restricted by Regulation or Order), specifically exempting them from this Order.

2. Any Federal, State, or local officer, or member of an organized rescue or firefighting force in the performance of an official duty.

3. Owners or lessees of land in the area, to the extent necessary to access their property.

These prohibitions are in addition to the general prohibitions in 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart A.

A violation of these prohibitions is punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 for an individual or $10,000 for an organization, or imprisonment for not more than 6 months, or both. 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 18 U.S.C. §§ 3559, 3571, and 3581.

Executed in Porterville, California, this 26th day of July, 2024.

ANTHONY EDWARDS

Forest Supervisor

Sequoia National Forest

Forest Order No. 0513-24-14

USDA FOREST SERVICE

PACIFIC SOUTHWEST REGION

SEQUOIA NATIONAL FOREST

Borel Fire Area, Trails, and Roads Closure

Exhibit A

The Borel Fire Closure Area begins at the intersection of the Sequoia National Forest Boundary and the Kern River in Section 32, Township 28 South, Range 30 East, Mount Diablo Base and Meridian, then continues north and east approximately 27 miles along the east side of the Kern River to its intersection with the Forest Boundary in Section 11, T. 27 S., R. 32 E., MDB&M, then continues east and then southwest approximately 32 miles along the Forest Boundary back to the starting point.

AREA CLOSURE ORDER for the Muir Creek Fire

Effective at 1600, Friday, July 26th, 2024, pursuant to 36 CFR 1.5 (a), the following acts are prohibited within Glacier National Park:

All visitor use, administrative use, concession use, commercial use authorizations, use for research, and special use permits.

CLOSURES: (See Map dated 07/26/2024)

The Fielding Trail, from Park Creek to Coal Creek.

The area northeast of the Fielding Trail, southeast of Coal Creek Trail, northwest of Park Creek Trail to include Mount Saint Nicholas climbing routes. (See Map dated 07/26/2024 for more detail.)
Coal Creek Trail, Park Creek Trail, Coal Creek Wilderness Campground, and the Lower Park Creek Wilderness Campground remain open at this time.

PURPOSE:
The closure is in order to protect the safety of park visitors and for the protection of the park’s resources due to wildland fire activity caused by lightning the afternoon of Saturday, July 20th, 2024.

IMPLEMENTATION:
1. This Order shall be in effect at 1600 on Friday, July 26th, 2024 and shall remain in effect until further notice.
2. This Order supersedes, rescinds, and replaces any previous orders prohibiting the same acts covered by this order.
3. Any violation of these prohibitions is punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000.00 for individuals and/or imprisonment for not more than six (6) months.

Muir Creek Fire Update
Friday July 26, 2024 7:00 p.m.

National Park Service
Glacier National Park
Mike West, Incident Commander; NW Montana Type 3 Incident Management Team

Fire Information Recording: 406-206-6099 / Media: 406-206-5272
Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Type 3 Incident Management Team Assumes Muir Creek Fire

Current Situation: The Muir Creek Fire was reported on the evening of Tuesday, July 23rd. It is located in southern Glacier National Park on a western slope of Mount Saint Nicholas approximately 4 miles east of US Highway 2 and the Pinnacle community. Helicopter rappelers were flown in for initial attack on Wednesday and directed numerous water drops from aircraft. Despite these efforts, fire activity increased and the fire grew to approximately 30 acres by Thursday morning. Glacier National Park fire managers determined direct attack was no longer feasible due to lack of escape routes or safety zones, and multiple hazards to firefighters.

On Thursday, the fire area received minimal precipitation, temperatures cooled, and limited smoke was observed from the fire. However, the fire continues to smolder in heavy fuel and deep duff and is expected to become more active as temperatures increase later next week with a high probability of visible smoke from Highway 2 and the Middle Fork of the Flathead River.

Today, a local Northwest Montana Type 3 Incident Management Team (IMT) assumed command of the fire. A Glacier National Park fire crew is monitoring fire behavior. The IMT is developing plans for future fire suppression actions to keep the fire within Glacier National Park and avoid impacts to infrastructure within and outside of the park. The team is prioritizing safety and working to improve radio communications and fire lookout staffing.

Weather & Fuel Conditions: Forecasted temperatures, winds, and humidity have the potential to increase fire behavior in coming days and weeks. The fire is in heavy timber on the edge of a burn scar from the 2003 Rampage Complex where there are significant amounts of very dry dead and down fuel.

Closures: There is an Area Closure Order in place for the area northeast of the Fielding Trail, southeast of the Coal Creek Trail, and northwest of the Park Creek Trail to include Mount Saint Nicholas climbing routes and the Fielding Trail between Park Creek and Coal Creek. The Coal Creek and Park Creek Trails, as well as the Coal Creek and Park Creek Wilderness Campgrounds, remain open at this time.

Fire Restrictions: Wood and charcoal fires are currently allowed in established campsites. Fire danger is currently Very High, which means that wildfires that start have a high potential for rapid growth. Please use care with campfires and ensure that they are dead out before leaving an area unattended. See https://www.mtfireinfo.org/ for up-to-date state-wide fire information.

Smoke: The Muir Fire has not yet produced significant smoke impacts, but smoke from numerous fires west of Glacier and in Canada have been negatively affecting air quality across the western U.S. Smoke impacts from fires across the west are anticipated to continue. Current smoke information is available at https://fire.airnow.gov/.

Muir Fire Statistics:
Size:  Approximately 30 acres
Containment:  0%
Total Personnel:  17
Cause:  Lightning
Fire was detected:  Tuesday, July 23, 2024
Location:  20 miles southeast of West Glacier, MT and east of the Middle Fork of the Flathead River

Contact Information:
InciWeb:  https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/mtgnp-muir-creek-fire
Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/GlacierNPS
Fire Information Office:  Recording: 406-206-6099 / Media Inquiries : 406-206-5272

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Forest Order No. 06-24-05 Lassen National Forest Park Fire Closure

Pursuant to 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 36 C.F.R. § 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Lassen National Forest. This Order is effective from

.July 26th, 2024 through August 25t11, 2024.

Going into or being upon any National Forest System lands within the Park Fire Closure Area, as described in Exhibit A and shown on Exhibit B. 36 C.F.R. § 26 I .52(e).

I.    Being on any National Forest System road within the Park Fire Closure Area, as described in Exhibit A and shown on Exhibit B. 36 C.F.R. § 26 l .54(e).

2. Being on any National Forest System trails within the Park Fire Closure Area, as shown on Exhibit B. 36 C.F.R. § 261.SS(a).

Pursuant to 36 C.F.R. § 261.S0(e), the following persons are exempt from this Order:

I.    Persons with Forest Service Permit No. FS-7700-48 (Permit for Use of Roads, Trails, or Areas Restricted by Regulation or Order), specifically exempting them from this Order.

2. Any Federal, State, or local officer, or member of an organized rescue or fire fighting force in the performance of an official duty.
3. Owners or lessees of land in the Park Fire Closure Area, to the extent necessary to access their land.
4. Persons with a valid registration at the Developed Site known as Battle Creek Campground.

These prohibitions are in addition to the general prohibitions in 36 C.F.R. Part 261, Subpart A. A violation of these prohibitions is punishable by a fine of not more than $5,000 for an individual or $10,000 for an organization, or imprisonment for not more than six months, or both. 16 U.S.C. § 551 and 18 U.S.C. §§ 3559, 3571, and 3581.

Done at Susanville, California, this 26th day of .July 2024.

The Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife has temporarily closed the Oak Creek Wildlife Area due to the Retreat Fire. The public can access the most up-to-date closure information at Wildlife Areas | Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife.

Borel Fire, Kern County

The Borel Fire is growing rapidly. Fire behavior is extreme. The situation is very dynamic, and evacuation warnings and orders are going into effect frequently. 

The best resources people should be tracking for the most up-to-date information on evacuations is ReadyKern on Facebook and  the interactive evacuation zone map on genasys Protect. You can look up your location by zone or address.

The Pacific Crest Trail is currently open; please visit the links below for the latest updates. The PCT Association provides trail updates and online map resources as conditions change. 

Fire Ban at Crater Lake National Park

July 24, 2024

Due to the hot, dry and windy conditions and elevated risk for wildland fire in southern Oregon, 
Crater Lake National Park is implementing a full fire ban. The outlook is for above normal 
significant wildland fire potential for the next several months.

To ensure public safety and to provide the highest degree of protection to park resources, the 
following fire ban will be implemented effective at 00:01 AM on Thursday July 25, 2024 and are 
effective until further notice:

Campfires
•  Wood fires and charcoal fires are NOT allowed in Crater Lake National Park at this time
•  Liquid fuel and propane camp stoves and gas grills are permitted in campgrounds, picnic areas, 
backcountry areas and residential areas.

Smoking
Smoking is permitted only in the following areas:
•  In vehicles, provided that an ashtray is used for ashes and butts.
•  While stopped in an area at least three (3) feet in diameter that is barren or free of all 
flammable materials. Ashes and butts must be disposed of safely and may not be discarded on the 
ground.

Fireworks
•  Fireworks are prohibited in the park at all times.

These restrictions are implemented pursuant to the authority described in 36 Code of Federal
Regulations 2.13(c), 2.21(a) and 2.38 (b). While our goal is voluntary compliance, persons who fail 
to comply with these restrictions may be cited or arrested if necessary. We appreciate your
cooperation.