Louisiana Statewide Burn Ban:  The State Fire Marshal’s Office’s order prohibiting ALL private burning and the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry ban on all agricultural burning, remain in effect. These are reevaluated weekly. Open burning with exposed flames is prohibited with no exceptions. The use of prescribed fires is also banned. More information is available at http://sfm.dps.louisiana.gov/doc/press/pr_2023-36.pdf 

Highlights: Higher humidity allowed crews to focus on remaining hot spots on the fires, focusing along the perimeter. Fire activity on the Elizabeth, Hwy 113, and Lions Camp Road Fires was very light yesterday with light rain up to .25” only reaching the Tiger Island Fire.   Ongoing mop-up operations continue on portions of the eastern and southwestern sides of the Tiger Island Fire.  Firefighters continue to monitor, suppress reburn areas and patrol containment lines, removing any needle cast along control lines.  Recurring overnight infrared detection flights have been showing fewer remaining hotspots and those are deep in the interior of the fires and away from containment lines. Excess resources from these fires continue to be reassigned to LDAF for initial attack in the local area.   

Tiger Island Fire: 31,087 acres, no change | 80% containment| 264 personnel assigned 

                Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TigerIslandFire 

                Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident-information/lalas-tiger-island-fire 

Hwy 113 Fire: 7,124 acres, no change | 89% containment | 77 personnel assigned 

                InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident-information/lalas-hwy-113-fire 

                Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/113andLionsCamp 

Lions Camp Road Fire: 785 acres, no change | 88% containment | 19 personnel assigned 

                InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident-information/lalas-lions-camp-road-fire 

                Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/113andLionsCamp  

Elizabeth Fire: 940 acres, no change | 85% containment | 30 personnel assigned 

                InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident-information/lalas-elizabeth-fire 

                Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethFireLa  

Equipment resources assigned to the fires include Type 6 Engines; Dozers; Tractor Plow Units; and Water Tenders. Aerial resources include helicopters and fixed wing aircraft. Additional support is being provided by Parish authorities and departments; Sheriff’s Offices; and the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness. 

Weather & Fire Behavior: Today will transition from rain potential, to slowly warming and lowering relative humidity, with sun, although there is potential for scattered showers. The rain that did occur yesterday barely moved the drought index but did temporarily increase relative humidity. This drying trend will continue through the next several days. If afternoon thunderstorms do occur, expect strong erratic winds that could hasten needle-cast and increase reburn potential. 

Air Quality: Smoke may occur in areas of reburn. Air quality information is available at the EPA’s Fire and Smoke Map at: https://fire.airnow.gov/ . 

Temporary Flight Restriction: A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place over the Tiger Island Fire and Hwy 113 and Elizabeth Fire areas. If you fly, we can’t. Aircraft or drone intrusions into the restricted airspace endangers aircrews conducting fire operations and aerial resources are grounded for safety. This unnecessarily places aircrews and ground fire crews at risk in a dynamic and dangerous fire environment. 

Port Angeles, Wash. – The fires across the park had a slight increase in activity today. The warmer and drier weather that was forecasted for this weekend has started to arrive. Fire managers are expecting increased activity tomorrow and into the weekend ahead of the next cold front early next week.

It is important to note that the acreage increases in the table below are not from a single day’s fire activity. Accurately mapping fires of this scale is challenging due to the steep and rugged terrain of the wilderness. Firefighters must use a combination of on the ground mapping with GPS, helicopter flight tracking, and flights / satellites with infrared capabilities to first get the data; then process it into usable maps to get an accurate size. The timing of weather delays, density of trees, and the return of data from firefighters in the wilderness can ultimately slow down processing an updated size.  

The Eagle Point Fire had smoke visible on the upper slopes of the fire this afternoon, but the fire is burning within the existing fire footprint. Smoke was visible from Hurricane Ridge, Port Angeles, and Sequim but the fire currently posses no threat to critical infrastructure or communities.

On the Low Divide Fire, the fire has not yet reached the North Fork Quinault River and is estimated to be 500 feet upslope of the river as it is backing slowly down towards it. A fire crew remains in the wilderness staffing both the Low Divide and Martins Lakes Fires.

During a helicopter reconnaissance flight today, a new fire was discovered, believed to be from the same lightning storm on August 28 based on its location. Named the Mount Queets Fire, it’s ½ acre in size, burning on the steep slopes of Mount Queets. This is not an uncommon occurrence, as it can take even months for smoke to be visible from a lightning strike, especially in wilderness where there are limited numbers of people to discover and report new wildfires.  

Fire Name

Initial Report

Estimated Size as of 9/5

Location

Hurricane

8/28/23

4 acres

2,000 ft below Hurricane Ridge parking area

Eagle Point

8/28/23

122 acres

~5 miles out Obstruction Point Road

Diamond Mountain

9/1/23

30 acres

3.3 miles NE of

Anderson Pass

Low Divide

9/1/23

90 acres

N. Fork Quinault drainage

Delabarre

9/1/23

1 acre

3 miles SE of Mount Christie

Martins Lake

9/2/23

31 acres

2 miles NE of Mount Christie

Fire is an integral part of the forested ecosystems on the Olympic Peninsula; plants and animals here have evolved with fire for thousands of years. Many factors such as weather, topography, and vegetation influence fire behavior and the effects that fires have on natural resources.

Background Information

All seven active fires in Olympic National Park ignited when a series of lightning strikes occurred on the Olympic Peninsula in the afternoon on August 28.

Closures  

Due to wildfire activity the following closures are in effect until further notice: 

The Skyline Trail is closed between the top of the Elip Creek Connector trail and Low Divide until further notice. This closure affects 20 miles of the Skyline Trail and includes both Three Prune and Lake Beauty wilderness campsites. Additionally, the North Fork Quinault Trail from Elip Creek trail junction to Chicago Camp is also now closed and includes the Trapper, Sixteen Mile, and Low Divide wilderness campsites. The Martins Park Trail remains closed.

Obstruction Point Road and the trailhead will be closed until further notice.

Olympic National Park Wilderness Information Center (WIC) will be notifying backcountry permit holders who may be impacted by this closure. Any permit holders who plan to backpack in the above impacted areas should contact the WIC at 360-565-2992 or by emailing OLYM_WIC@nps.gov.

Weather and Fire Behavior

The warmer and drier weather this weekend will have the potential to increase fire activity. Following that, another low-pressure system may move into the area. This cycle of weather patterns will cause fire activity to fluctuate in response to the different temperatures, humidities, and any precipitation that falls.

Information for the Eagle Point Fire can be found at: Eagle Point Fire Information | InciWeb (wildfire.gov)

Information for the Hurricane Fire can be found at: Hurricane Fire Information | InciWeb (wildfire.gov)

Olympic National Park information: www.nps.gov/olym 
Olympic National Forest information: www.fs.usda.gov/olympic
State and county area burn bans: www.waburnbans.net   

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EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF PUBLIC LANDS AGENCY:

Bureau of Land Management, Coos Bay District, Oregon.

ACTION: Temporary Closure of Public Lands

SUMMARY: Pursuant to 43 CFR 9268.3(d) and 43 CFR 8364.1, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) hereby provides notice that effective immediately, the public lands described below are closed to all forms of public access. This action is in response to large fires currently active in the area. The BLM is closing public lands in order to reduce conflicts with emergency crews and allow for fire suppression and burned area site recovery, as well as to ensure public safety, land health, and resource integrity.

AFFECTED AREA: Both the Edson Creek and Sixes River Recreation sites and campgrounds, which are managed by the BLM, and located off of the Sixes River Road, near Port Orford, OR. The following BLM administered Lands are affect by this closure: BLM managed lands in T32S R14W Sections 6, 7, 11, and 12. Please see attached map.

DATES: This closure will be effective as of 5:00pm Pacific Daylight Time on September 14, 2023, and will remain in effect until such time as conditions allow for safe use of the public lands.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Valerie Lenhartzen, Myrtlewood Field Manager, 1300 Airport Lane, North Bend, OR 97459, telephone (458) 280-0801. This notice and the closure notice is also available online at https://www.blm.gov/programs/public-safety-and-fire/fire-and-aviation/regional-info/oregon- washington/fire-restrictions.

DISCUSSION OF THE RULES: The public must not enter the closure area. All public uses within the closure area are prohibited. Exceptions to these prohibitions are noted below under Exemptions. Incidents of extreme fire behavior and extreme fire danger have been observed in the area. You must not enter closed recreation sites.

EXEMPTIONS: The following persons are exempt from the provisions of this Order:

1.Any Federal, State, or Local Officer, or member of an organized medical, rescue or firefighting force engaged in fire, emergency, or law enforcement activities, or public utility employees engaged in emergency repairs;

2.BLM employees, contractors, or agents engaged in official duties;

3. Individuals operating within the scope of their official and legitimate governmental duties;

4. Individuals with valid existing rights for access (e.g., Reciprocal and Unilateral Right of Way agreement holders, permittees or lease holders, or internal landowners); and

5. Parties who carry written approval by the BLM Authorized Officer (Field Manager or District Manager) allowing access to the described public lands.

PENALTIES: Any person who violates this may be tried before a United States Magistrate and fined in accordance with 18 U.S.C. 3571, imprisoned for no more than 12 months, or both. Vehicles found in violation of this order may be removed.

EFFECTIVE: This Order will be effective as of 5:00pm Pacific Daylight Time on September 14, 2023.

EMERGENCY CLOSURE OF PUBLIC LANDS AGENCY:

Bureau of Land Management, Coos Bay District, Oregon.

ACTION: Temporary Closure of Public Lands

SUMMARY: Pursuant to 43 CFR 9268.3(d) and 43 CFR 8364.1, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) hereby provides notice that effective immediately, the public lands described below are closed to all forms of public access. This action is in response to large fires currently active in the area. The BLM is closing public lands in order to reduce conflicts with emergency crews and allow for fire suppression and burned area site recovery, as well as to ensure public safety, land health, and resource integrity.

AFFECTED AREA: Both the Edson Creek and Sixes River Recreation sites and campgrounds, which are managed by the BLM, and located off of the Sixes River Road, near Port Orford, OR. The following BLM administered Lands are affect by this closure: BLM managed lands in T32S R14W Sections 6, 7, 11, and 12. Please see attached map.

DATES: This closure will be effective as of 5:00pm Pacific Daylight Time on September 14, 2023, and will remain in effect until such time as conditions allow for safe use of the public lands.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Valerie Lenhartzen, Myrtlewood Field Manager, 1300 Airport Lane, North Bend, OR 97459, telephone (458) 280-0801. This notice and the closure notice is also available online at https://www.blm.gov/programs/public-safety-and-fire/fire-and-aviation/regional-info/oregon- washington/fire-restrictions.

DISCUSSION OF THE RULES: The public must not enter the closure area. All public uses within the closure area are prohibited. Exceptions to these prohibitions are noted below under Exemptions. Incidents of extreme fire behavior and extreme fire danger have been observed in the area. You must not enter closed recreation sites.

EXEMPTIONS: The following persons are exempt from the provisions of this Order:

1.Any Federal, State, or Local Officer, or member of an organized medical, rescue or firefighting force engaged in fire, emergency, or law enforcement activities, or public utility employees engaged in emergency repairs;

2.BLM employees, contractors, or agents engaged in official duties;

3. Individuals operating within the scope of their official and legitimate governmental duties;

4. Individuals with valid existing rights for access (e.g., Reciprocal and Unilateral Right of Way agreement holders, permittees or lease holders, or internal landowners); and

5. Parties who carry written approval by the BLM Authorized Officer (Field Manager or District Manager) allowing access to the described public lands.

PENALTIES: Any person who violates this may be tried before a United States Magistrate and fined in accordance with 18 U.S.C. 3571, imprisoned for no more than 12 months, or both. Vehicles found in violation of this order may be removed.

EFFECTIVE: This Order will be effective as of 5:00pm Pacific Daylight Time on September 14, 2023.

Spring Creek Fire Evening Update

Montrose, Colorado, Sept. 14, 2023

Name: Spring Creek Fire

Location: East of Divide road, North of Spring Creek Canyon. The fire is approximately 15 miles southwest of Montrose, Colorado.

Size: Approximately 16 acres                    Behavior: Creeping and smoldering with isolated tree torching        

Cause: Under Investigation                     Containment: 80%        

Threatened Structures: 0

Closures: National Forest System Roads (NFSR) #535 – Paradox road, NFSR #402.9A – Spring Creek Trailhead road, National Forest System Trail (NFST) #116 – Spring Creek Trail (from Dented Door to Paradox), NFST #126 – Paradox Trail and NFST #114.1B – East Fork of Dry Creek Trail

The Spring Creek Fire received additional rainfall today and remains at 16 acres. Firefighters continued working on strengthening containment lines, addressing hazardous trees, and mitigating any areas of remaining heat. Containment is now at 80%. 

The dozers and some handcrews completed their work today and are returning to their home units. Remaining on the fire are a one 20 person hand crew, three suppression module crews, and a type 6 engine. 

Moving forward, there will no longer be a morning update for the Spring Creek Fire, unless conditions change. We will continue to provide one Daily Update, with the goal of releasing it toward the end of our daily operational period. All fire closures remain in effect. 

Weather & Fuel Conditions: The fire area will continue to see a potential for increased moisture, primarily in the afternoon and later into the evening. Winds will remain low at 10 mph, with nighttime temperatures in the mid-40s. Smoke may be visible in the Montrose, Ridgway and Delta communities. For more information on how wildfire smoke may affect your health, please visit https://www.colorado.gov/pacific/cdphe/wood-smoke-and-health. 

For additional information:

GMUG National Forests Fire Information hotline: (970) 874-6602

Spring Creek Fire Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident-information/cogmf-spring-creek

West Slope Fire Information website: www.WestSlopeFireInfo.com

GMUG Fire Info Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GMUGFireInfo

Twitter: https://twitter.com/GMUG_NF

Please view today's #SmithRiverComplex-SouthZone 9/14/2023 Morning Operational Briefing Video on YouTube.

An interactive map is available through Josephine County that allows you to enter a specific address to determine if you are within an evacuation zone. View the map at: http://bit.ly/46aaAK9

This is a wonderful resource to utilize in addition to signing up for emergency alerts through Everbridge. You can sign up for Everbridge at co.curry.or.us.

An interactive map is available through Josephine County that allows you to enter a specific address to determine if you are within an evacuation zone. View the map at: http://bit.ly/46aaAK9

This is a wonderful resource to utilize in addition to signing up for emergency alerts through Everbridge. You can sign up for Everbridge at co.curry.or.us.

This morning at 6:00am, the Operations person for Rocky Mountain Team 3 contacted the Sheriff’s Office and advised that the Anvil Fire just east of Port Orford had increased in size and aggressiveness due to an east wind event overnight.  The incident management team advised that the fire was burning towards the Elk River Fish Hatchery and had reached the Management Action Point established to determine evacuation levels.  The Sheriff’s Office was also made aware that the fire had reached the Elk River about four miles above the Elk River Fish Hatchery

The Curry County Sheriff’s Office called in patrol deputies to go do door to door Level III notifications of evacuations in the area along Elk River that was previously in a Level II. Communications 911 deputies were also called in to help handle the increase of radio traffic and calls about the evacuations. Level III notifications for evacuations were completed prior to 10:00am.  At that point deputies made level II notifications from the intersection of U.S. Highway 101 and Elk River to about milepost 4 on Elk River Road.  There is now a road closure into the Level III area starting at about milepost 4 on the Elk River Road.  The Sheriff’s Office and USFS Law Enforcement will continue to patrol the Level III closed areas.

The Curry County Sheriff’s Office will continue work with the Fire Incident Management Teams to keep the public notified of any evacuation level changes due to the fire behavior.  If you haven’t signed up for Everbridge Emergency Notices, you can go to the Curry County Webpage and sign up at co.curry.or.us.  For any questions about Everbridge, you can call Ashley Thien or Commissioner Brad Alcorn in Emergency Management at 541 247-3275.

AS A REMINDER:

LEVEL I (1) EVACUATION or PROTECTION ALERT: A wildfire threat is in your area. It would be wise to consider planning and/or packing, in the event an evacuation becomes necessary.

LEVEL II (2) EVACUATION WARNING or NOTICE: High probability of a need to evacuate. You should prepare now by packing necessary items and preparing your family, pets, and vehicle for potential departure. Remember the 6- P’s: 1. A plan for the persons in your family (including a meeting place.) 2. Personal items (including toiletries, food and water for 2-3 days and special personal possessions.) 3. Prescriptions- Have your full, current supply of prescriptions packed. 4. Photographs (and other mementos) which cannot be replaced. 5. Pets (Have a plan in place and pets secured so frightened pets don’t escape fenced yards or kennels.) 6. Papers- Pack all important papers, including reference phone numbers, account numbers, etc.   Now is the time to move persons with mobility or medical issues.  If you have livestock or large animals, please move them to a safe place now!   Please use common sense and evacuate at any time you feel uncomfortable or see active fire behavior.

LEVEL III (3) EVACUATION REQUEST or ORDER: Occupants of the affected area(s) are asked to leave within a specified time period, by pre-designated route(s). Perimeter roadblocks are typically established. At this stage:   You should take your family, pets, and necessary items including medications and important papers and evacuate now if you are in a Level III area.   Check in with your local Red Cross shelter (even if you don’t intend to stay there). Check in with them and let them know where you will be in case your family is looking for you.   Drive with your lights on, safely and SLOWLY remaining aware of your surroundings as you leave.

As your Sheriff, I want you to know that we will always make it a priority to protect you and your property as best we can.  Stay safe and watch out for each other.

Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest

Contact: Fire Information

Phone: 541.646.9177

Emergency Area and Road Closure - Smith River Complex North

Gold Beach, Ore -  Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest Acting Forest Supervisor Jake Winn recently signed an Emergency Area and Road Closure-Smith River Complex North effective September 14th , 2023 through October 31, 2023 unless rescinded sooner.  

Area Closure boundary is described as: The area for this closure is 400 yards wide corridor centered on each of the roads (i.e. 200 yards to either side of the centerline) as described below for road closures. 

Road Closure is described as: 

• FSR 1106 (South Elk Mountain Rd) and associated road spurs of 1106010, 1106013, 1106015, 1106020, 1106025, 1106030, 1106050, 1106080 from the intersection with FSR 1205 (Lower Wheeler) to the intersection with FSR 1107 (Winchuck Chetco Rd), 6.72 miles; 
• FSR 1205 (Lower Wheeler Rd) and associated road spurs of 1205040, 1205047 from the forest boundary to the road crossing over Willow Creek, 3.4 miles 
• FSR 1983 (Mt Emily Rd) and associated road spurs of 1983010, 1983020, 1983030 from the intersection with FSR 1205 (Lower Wheeler Rd) to the intersection with FSR 1983-110, 5.4 miles. 

To view a copy of the closure order and map, visit our RRNSF website

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