Lookout, Bedrock, Horse Creek, & Pothole Fires

COMMUNITY MEETING

Location: McKenzie High School Gymnasium

Wednesday, September 13 –7:00 p.m.

The public is invited to learn more about these fires and ask questions of the Incident Management Team.

Meeting will be recorded and posted on Facebook.

https://www.facebook.com/LookoutFire2023 & https://www.facebook.com/BedrockFire2023

BEAR CREEK FIRE
September 8, 2023 Type 3 Team, Incident Commander: Nate Hallam
Daily Update – 9:00 AM

Highlights: Fire activity and smoke production for both fires increased yesterday due to drier and windier conditions, along with temperature rise. Fire growth and increased wildfire smoke is expected to persist in the area similar to yesterday, as near-critical fire weather conditions continue. The relative humidity recovery overnight was extremely poor, starting today’s operational period very dry. The Incident Commander will transition

Bear Creek Fire: 779 acres, increase of 141 acreages | 83% of objectives achieved | 22 personnel assigned

The Bear Creek Fire saw an increase of activity with a total increase of 141 acres. Yesterday, personnel received fire hose, pumps, and portable water tanks and will continue today reestablishing equipment in the Weminuche Valley for structure protection operations.

Weather: Today, the area will reach near critical fire weather conditions again. High temperatures will range from the mid-60s to upper-70s, with afternoon humidity dipping around 15%. Winds speeds will be lighter than they have been the last couple of days, but southwest gusts approaching 20 mph are possible at the ridgetops. Moving to through the weekend, some moisture is expected across the area, although only light showers and slight chance of thunderstorms, particularly on Sunday.

San Juan National Forest Temporary Closures: Closure orders are in effect and additional information can be found here: Quartz Ridge Closure and Bear Creek Closure. The trails within the Bear Creek Fire area are Little Sand Trail (NFST #591) and Shaw Creek Trail (NFST#584).

Fire Information
Office Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM Phone: 970-426-5370

Bear Creek Fire
Email: 2023.BearCreek@firenet.gov

Fire Update

Friday September 8, 2023

Hours: 8 am-8 pm Phone: 318-239-9263  

Email: 2023.TigerIsland@firenet.gov
InciWeb:

Tiger Island Fire: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident-information/lalas-tiger-island-fire

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

Lions Camp Road Fire: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident-information/lalas-lions-camp-road-fire

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

Facebook:

Tiger Island Fire: https://www.facebook.com/TigerIslandFire

Hwy 113 & Lions Camp Road Fire: https://www.facebook.com/113andLionsCamp

Elizabeth Fire: https://www.facebook.com/ElizabethFireLa

Louisiana Statewide Burn Ban:  As a reminder, the active State Fire Marshal’s Office’s burn ban order prohibiting ALL private burning, with no limitations, remains in effect. As does the corresponding burn ban from the Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry prohibiting all agricultural burning, including but not limited to prescribed burning. However, Louisiana residents can resume outdoor cooking with safety measures in place. See http://sfm.dps.louisiana.gov/doc/press/pr_2023-36.pdf for more information. The use of open flames in fire pits, campfires, barrels, bonfires, burn piles, and like open burning is still prohibited. Citations and arrests ARE happening across this state in partnership with local and state law enforcement agencies. 

Fire Name  Acreage  Personnel

Tiger Island  31,082  283

Hwy113  7,189  108

Lions Camp Road  785  19

Elizabeth  940  38

Personnel and Equipment:  

Tiger Island: 1 Type-2 Crew; 20 Type-6 Engines; 1 Dozer; 1 Type-2 Tractor Plow Unit; 7 Type-3 Tractor Plow Units; 3 Water Tenders; 3 Ambulances.

Hwy 113: 1 Type-1 Crew; 17 Type-6 Engines; 5 Type-2 Tractor Plow Units; 6 Type-3 Tractor Plow Units; 2 Water Tenders.

Lions Camp Road: 2 Type-6 Engines; 3 Type-3 Tractor Plow Units and 1 Ambulance.

Elizabeth: 7 Type-6 Engines; 6 Type-3 Tractor Plow Units; 1 Water Tender and 1 Ambulance.

Air Resources Assigned to all Fires: 5 Helicopters and 2 Air Attacks.

Additional support is being provided to all fires by Parish authorities and departments, the Governor’s Office of Homeland Security and Emergency Preparedness, Sheriff’s offices, and the Offices of Emergency Preparedness.

Tiger Island Fire: The Tiger Island Fire was first reported on Tuesday, August 22nd. The fire is located East of Merryville, south of Hwy 190, SW of DeRidder and North of Singer. The fire is burning in pine plantations of multiple ages. Heavy residual fuels because of Hurricane Laura in 2020 exist and contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Operations: The Tiger Island Fire is currently 71% contained. Yesterday, there was active reburning in the interior of the fire due to needlecast and unburned fuels, causing an increase in smoke within the fire area. Today, crews will continue to mitigate needlecast along firelines to minimize reburn potential. Crews will continue mopping up further into the interior of the fireline.

Hwy 113 Fire: Located 14 miles northwest of Oakdale. This fire is burning in loblolly pines and hardwoods.

Operations:  The Hwy 113 fire is currently 63% contained. Yesterday, crews were able to complete the additional dozer line in the southeast section of the fire. They also discovered more heat sources as the area continued to dry out from Monday’s rain and began to see the first needlecast within the fire area. Today, crews will focus heavily on mopping up on the north and south sides of the fire near Tenmile Creek. They will also utilize dozers to mitigate hazard trees to ensure firefighter safety and mop up any other hotspots that are found.

Lions Camp Road: Five miles northwest of Leesville. This fire is burning in southern rough, timber and brush.

Operations: The Lions Camp Road Fire is currently 83% contained. Yesterday, crews mopped up dozer berms and reached 20-foot interior mop up of firelines. They also began mitigating needlecast around the fire area by reestablishing dozer lines so the containment lines remain clear. Today, crews will continue to mop up and seek out isolated heat sources.

Elizabeth: Located in southwest Rapides Parish. The fire is south of Ten Mile Road and northeast of state Louisiana Hwy 462.

Operations:  The Elizabeth Fire is 72% contained. Yesterday, crews completed fireline on the southern end of the fire and began mopping up. They also improved current lines for increased access. Crews will continue to improve sections of fireline to mitigate the effects of reburn from needlecast. Lastly, they will work to break up dozer berms and expose and extinguish any trapped heat near the fire perimeter.

Weather and Fire Behavior: A heat advisory is in effect over the fire areas today, with heat indices predicted to reach 112 degrees. Relative humidity is forecasted to drop into the mid-30s. A weak front is expected to push through the area in the mid-afternoon, bringing a 30-40% chance of thunderstorms. Strong wind gusts could lead to active fire behavior, as live vegetation is still critically dry. Needlecast is beginning on the Hwy 113 and Lions Camp Road Fires, increasing fuel loads.

Air Quality: Very little smoke is present in communities; light smoke may be present in interior roads or near smoldering large fuels. There was some smoke visible yesterday from interior reburn on the Tiger Island Fire. New ignitions or reburn in areas where heavy needlecast is present could lead to additional smoke. All communities should experience good air quality. For near time air quality information see EPA's Fire and Smoke Map: 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. This is necessary to protect aerial operations. If you fly, we can’t. If there are drone intrusions into the Temporary Flight Restrictions, we must ground all aircraft. 

Equipo Dos de Gestión de Incidentes del Complejo del Área de las Montañas Rocosas
Jared Hohn, Comandante del incidente

Reunión comunitaria:Habrá una reunión de la comunidad a las 6:00 de esta tarde en el Randle Fire and EMS, ubicado en 9978 US-12 en Randle. El CIMT proporcionará una actualización sobre el Complejo Cowlitz, seguido de preguntas y respuestas.

Situación actual: El Complejo Cowlitz está contenido en un 12%, y con la mejora de la cartografía, los acres se han ajustado a 657 acres. Un total de 439 personas están asignadas actualmente. Con el calentamiento, las condiciones climáticas de secado, el comportamiento del fuego se espera un aumento en el próximo par de días.

Las cuadrillas siguen comprobando el calor residual en cada incendio, utilizando diversos recursos de detección de calor, incluidas imágenes térmicas y de otro tipo mediante aeronaves tripuladas y no tripuladas, así como mediante recursos terrestres. Estamos aplicando la herramienta adecuada para cada trabajo en función del acceso, la pendiente y otras consideraciones. Un sistema aéreo no tripulado sobrevolará hoy los incendios menos accesibles de la Rama I para ayudar a vigilar y comprobar si aumenta el comportamiento del fuego o cambian las condiciones. El uso de drones privados está prohibido dentro de la zona del incendio en virtud de las restricciones temporales de vuelo (TFR) al norte y al sur de la US-12. Las cuadrillas pueden utilizar UAS dentro del TFR debido al contacto y la coordinación con otros recursos aéreos.

                En la Subdivisión I/División C/F, los bomberos volvieron a visitar los incendios de Allen Mountain, Cougar Gap y Berry, sin encontrar humo ni otros indicios de calor. Un operador de bulldozer y las cuadrillas de bomberos están reparando antiguos caminos madereros al oeste del incendio de Grassy Mountain para mejorar el acceso y cortar la maleza para su posible uso como futuros elementos de control. Las cuadrillas siguen trabajando en los incendios de Pothole, Willame y Yew, limpiando los puntos calientes. Un motor sigue asignado a vigilar el incendio de Carlton Ridge.

                En la Subdivisión II/División L, los equipos están limpiando los puntos calientes de los incendios de Adams Fork, Jackpot y Mission, donde el calor se ha ocultado en capas profundas de turba y musgo. Mientras las cuadrillas siguen encontrando humos, continúan trabajando en esos incendios.

                En la Subdivisión II/División W, las cuadrillas están trabajando en las proximidades de los incendios de Spencer Quartz y Snagtooth, talando y desbrozando a lo largo de antiguos caminos madereros, seguidos de una masticadora para ampliar aún más el acceso para los camiones de bomberos y las cuadrillas, y una topadora para mejorar las superficies de los caminos. El terreno extremo y la alta densidad de árboles caídos suponen un riesgo inaceptable para los bomberos en caso de ataque directo a lo largo de los perímetros de esos incendios.

Restricciones contra incendios: Las restricciones contra incendios están en vigor. Las hogueras están prohibidas en todo el Bosque Nacional de Gifford Pinchot; sólo se permiten hogueras, estufas y linternas alimentadas con propano. Para más información, visite el sitio web del bosque en Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Fire Management (usda.gov). La decisión de levantar o mantener las restricciones contra incendios depende de factores como las condiciones meteorológicas actuales y previstas, la humedad del combustible, el nivel de actividad del incendio y la disponibilidad de recursos de extinción para responder a nuevas igniciones.

Información meteorológica y sobre el humo: Se espera que la nubosidad desaparezca a media mañana, con sol y cielos despejados. Las temperaturas serán entre 5 y 10 grados más cálidas que ayer, con vientos ascendentes. La humedad relativa mínima será más baja, entre el 40 y el 45%. Muy poco humo ha sido visible a partir de estos incendios durante la semana pasada, sin embargo, el calentamiento y la tendencia de secado, el aumento de comportamiento del fuego y el aumento de la producción de humo se puede esperar en los próximos días o semanas.

Cierres: En previsión de la actividad del fuego en curso en las proximidades del Snagtooth Fire las siguientes carreteras y senderos están cerrados al público para reducir la exposición y ayudar a garantizar la seguridad pública: Carreteras forestales 9300 y 9341, Boundary Trail #1 (desde Elk Pass hasta la intersección con Summit Prairie), Summit Prairie #2, Craggy Peak #3, Snagtooth #4, Quartz #5, Stabler Camp #17, Wright Meadows #80, Basin Camp #3A, Quartz #5B, Quartz #5C (French Creek), Snyder Pasture #80A. La carretera forestal 8410 está cerrada para la seguridad de los bomberos y del público en las proximidades del incendio de Pothole, y la carretera forestal 78 está cerrada temporalmente entre el cruce 7802 y el cruce 2278 debido a los escombros peligrosos que ruedan por la calzada.

Restricciones temporales de vuelo: Hay dos TFR en vigor, uno situado al norte de la US-12 hasta el Parque Nacional del Monte Rainier, y un nuevo TFR al sur de la US-12 para incluir los incendios de Snagtooth y Spencer Quartz. Si una aeronave no autorizada entra en el TFR, la respuesta de la aviación al incendio se interrumpe o se retrasa. Las restricciones temporales de vuelo también se aplican a los sistemas de aeronaves no tripuladas o drones. ¡Si usted vuela, nosotros no podemos! Más información sobre el uso seguro y responsable de drones en Home - Know Before You Fly.

Rocky Mountain Area Complex Incident Management Team Two
Jared Hohn, Incident Commander

Community Meeting: There will be a community meeting at 6:00 this evening at the Randle Fire and EMS, located at 9978 US-12 in Randle. The CIMT will provide an update on the Cowlitz Complex, followed by question and answer.

Current Situation: The Cowlitz Complex is 12% contained, and with improved mapping, acres have been adjusted down to 657 acres. A total of 439 personnel are currently assigned. With warming, drying weather conditions, increased fire behavior is expected over the next couple of days.

Crews on the fires continue to check for residual heat on each fire, using a variety of heat detection resources, including thermal and other imaging by manned and unmanned aircraft, as well as by ground resources. We are applying the right tool for the job depending on access, slope, and other considerations. An unmanned aerial system will be flying over less accessible fires in Branch I today to assist with monitoring and checking for any increased fire behavior or changed conditions. Private drone use is prohibited within the fire area under temporary flight restrictions (TFR) north and south of US-12. Crews are able to utilize UAS within the TFR due to contact and coordination with other air resources.

In Branch I/Division C/F, firefighters revisited the Allen Mountain, Cougar Gap, and Berry fires, finding no smokes or other evidence of heat. A dozer operator and fire crews are repairing old logging roads west of Grassy Mountain Fire to improve access and cutting back brush for potential use as future control features. Crews continue working the Pothole, Willame, and Yew fires, mopping up hot spots. An engine remains assigned to keep eyes on the Carlton Ridge Fire.

In Branch II/Division L, crews are mopping up hot spots on the Adams Fork, Jackpot, and Mission fires, where heat has been hidden within deep duff and peat moss layers. While crews continue to find smokes, they continue working those fires.

In Branch II/Division W, crews are working in the vicinity of Spencer Quartz and Snagtooth fires, cutting back and brush along old logging roads, followed by a masticator to further widen access for fire trucks and crews, and a dozer to improve road surfaces. Extreme terrain and a high density of falling tree hazards create unacceptable risk to firefighters for direct attack along those fires’ perimeters.

Fire Restrictions: Fire Restrictions are in effect. Campfires are prohibited across the Gifford Pinchot National Forest – only propane-fueled fire pits, stoves and lanterns are allowed. Additional information is available on the forest’s website at Gifford Pinchot National Forest - Fire Management (usda.gov). The decision to lift or maintain fire restrictions depends on factors such as current and expected weather conditions, fuel moisture, the level of fire activity, and the availability of firefighting resources to respond to additional ignitions.

Weather & Smoke Information: Cloud cover is expected to break up by mid-morning, bringing sun and clear skies. Temperatures will be 5 to 10 degrees warmer than yesterday, with increased upslope and upvalley winds. Minimum relative humidity will be lower, in the 40 to 45% range. Very little smoke has been visible from these fires over the past week; however, warming and drying trend, increased fire behavior and increased smoke production can be expected over the coming days or weeks.

Closures: In anticipation of ongoing fire activity in the vicinity of the Snagtooth Fire the following roads and trails are closed to the public to reduce exposure and help ensure public safety: Forest Roads 9300 and 9341, Boundary Trail #1 (from Elk Pass to intersection with Summit Prairie), Summit Prairie #2, Craggy Peak #3, Snagtooth #4, Quartz #5, Stabler Camp #17, Wright Meadows #80, Basin Camp #3A, Quartz #5B, Quartz #5C (French Creek), Snyder Pasture #80A. Forest Road 8410 is closed for firefighter and public safety in the vicinity of the Pothole Fire, and Forest Road 78 is temporarily closed between the 7802 junction and the 2278 junction due to hazardous debris rolling out onto the roadway.

Temporary Flight Restrictions:  Two TRF's are in effect, one located north of US-12 to Mount Rainier National Park, and a new TFR south of US-12 to include Snagtooth and Spencer Quartz fires.  Fire aviation response is halted or delayed if an unauthorized aircraft enters the TFR.  Temporary flight restrictions also apply to unmanned aircraft systems or drones.  If you fly, we can't! Learn more about how to use drones safely and responsibly at Home-Know Before You Fly.

Oregon Fire Update 9-8-2023

Fire Size:   10,817 acres

Initial Start: 8/18/2023 at 1600 pm

Location: Approximately 4 miles northeast of Elk, WA.

Cause: Human- Still under investigation

Containment: 93%

Resources Committed: 8 Engines, 5 Crews, 1 Bulldozer, 6 Water Tenders, 2 Skidgens

Personnel: 152

Road Closures:  None

Elk, WA, - Current Situation: Northeast WA Incident Management Team 3 is in command of the Oregon and Gray fires. The Oregon Fire continues to remain within the current footprint with no further growth, the strategy remains full suppression and work is progressing as expected. Northeast WA Incident Management Team 3 will continue their efforts through the 11th before turning the fire back to local resources next week.  

Today’s activities: With the dry weather taking hold over the fire area after the recent moisture, there is the possibility for isolated sources of heat to pop up. Crews will continue to patrol the area, both on road and by foot, to find and mop-up any of those isolated heat sources. Those residing in and around the fire area will also start to see salvage logging and post fire clean up, by landowners, within in the fire perimeter. These activities will likely cause clouds of dust and ash that resemble smoke. With crews in the area for the foreseeable future, they will be able to verify if any reports are false alarms or cause for response.

Evacuations: All evacuations throughout the entire fire area have been rescinded.  

Weather: There is a slight chance for lightning activity today as a front moves into the Oregon Fire area. After that front passes, continued dry air will reside over the area with relative humidity at or below 25% through the weekend.

For fire information contact the Public Information Officer at 509-508-3323 or email 2023.oregon@firenet.gov
 

Inciweb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/wanes-oregon-fire

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

Termination of Closure Orders: # 06-17-04-23-15 and # 06-21-09-23-07

Pursuant to 16 USC § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50(a) and (b), the prohibitions listed in Order numbers 06-17-04-23-15 and 06-21-09-23-07, applicable to the Okanogan-Wenatchee and Colville National Forests, dated August 19, 2023, and signed by Kristin Bail and Joshua White, Forest Supervisors, are hereby terminated. Executed in Wenatchee, Washington this 7th day of September 2023 and effective as of this

Acres: 85,543

Contención: 19 %

Causa: Relámpagos

Fecha de inicio:  15 de Ago 2023

Recursos: 53 equipos de bomberos, 131 camiones de bomberos, 10 helicópteros, 4 drones, 42 tipos de maquinaria contra incendio y 34 trocas de agua

Personal: 2,338

SITUACIÓN ACTUAL

Los bomberos han estado implementando un plan para la supresión continua de los incendios del Smith River Complex utilizando el sistema P.A.C.E. modelo. Este proceso ayuda a los equipos de bomberos a centrarse en el panorama más amplio, con múltiples planes implementados, preparando estrategias para adaptarse a los cambios en el comportamiento del fuego. Se está realizando una gran cantidad de trabajo para implementar el plan primario (P) de ataque con fuego directo, cuando sea seguro hacerlo, e indirecto cuando no lo sea, construyendo líneas con maquinaria y de mano y utilizando caminos y características naturales lo más cerca posible al fuego. Se han logrado grandes avances en el plan alternativo (A). Se están construyendo líneas de contención, se han colocado mangueras y se han limpiado los escombros. Se planean operaciones estratégicas para eliminar los combustibles no quemados entre el borde del incendio y la línea de control. (C) Las líneas de contingencia continúan construyéndose más lejos del borde del incendio en el caso de que el fuego atraviese una línea de fuego. Luego, los bomberos iniciarían operaciones de fuego defensivo para combatir el fuego con fuego. (E) Los planes de emergencia son una parte integral del proceso estratégico, teniendo siempre la prioridad a los bomberos y la seguridad pública. Al utilizar este proceso de planificación estratégica, los bomberos están preparados y listos para responder de manera efectiva a medida que cambia el clima y aumenta potencialmente la actividad de los incendios.

CLIMA Y COMPORTAMIENTO DEL INCENDIO

Un clima más cálido y seco significa un aumento en el comportamiento activo del fuego. Las secciones al norte de la autopista 199 que anteriormente no se quemaron se están viendo afectadas por un fuego lento y progresivo y los equipos respondieron con helicópteros tirando agua el jueves. Espere una mayor actividad a medida que los bomberos continúen atendiendo estas áreas calientes.

CIERRES

La autopista 199 está abierta a todo el tráfico, pero se esperan retrasos en los viajes de diferentes duraciones. Existe un control de tráfico pilotado unidireccional entre Sandy Beach (cerca de la milla 21) y Oregon Mountain Road (cerca de la milla 31). Los caminos, senderos y sitios de recreación del Bosque Nacional Seis Ríos en las cercanías del complejo están cerrados. El mapa de cierre se puede ver en esta página web del Bosque Nacional Seis Ríos: tinyurl.com/4atens8c.

EVACUACIONES

Los niveles de evacuación para el área de Rockland se redujeron del Nivel 3 al Nivel 2. El nivel de evacuación para la zona de evacuación de Rowdy Creek/Low Divide se redujo del Nivel 2 al Nivel 1. Vea el mapa de evacuación interactivo en línea para obtener la información más actualizada sobre evacuaciones: tinyurl.com/yp3d99sr

HUMO Y CALIDAD DEL AIRE

Es probable que hoy aumente el humo, especialmente en el corredor de la autopista 199. Una perspectiva de humo diaria con información actual y esperada sobre la calidad del aire está disponible aquí: tinyurl.com/yb29zy6f

INFORMACIÓN SOBRE INCENDIOS:   

Email: 2023.SmithRiverComplex@firenet.gov (South and North)

Phones: 707-383-9727 (South), 541-801-3495 (North)

Facebook: facebook.com/SixRiversNF

Brice Creek, Dinner, and Grizzly Fires

NW IMT12 Branch I

September 8, 2023

Daily Fire Update

Brice Creek, Dinner, and Grizzly Fires

Total personnel:  357 | Total Resources:  8 engines; 10 crews; 1 helicopter; 4 heavy equipment; 2 water tenders

Northwest Incident Management Team 12 is managing the Brice Creek, Dinner, and Grizzly Fires as Branch I and the Chilcoot and Ridge Fires as Branch II.  

Brice Creek Fire: Size: 583 acres | Start Date: August 24, 2023 | Cause: Lightning | Containment: 25%

Yesterday firefighters initiated small-scale firing operations on the northeast flank of the fire, south of Forest Service Road (FSR) 2216, burning some interior green pockets of fuel to secure containment lines. On the southeast flank, north of FSR 22, firefighters burned the edge of an interior green island of remaining fuels. As fuels continue to dry out in the coming days, larger scale firing operations will be conducted via aerial ignitions to strengthen and secure containment lines around the fire. Today’s work will consist of mastication of fuels with chippers, increasing mop up depth along the fires edge, and firing.

Dinner Fire: Size:  304 acres | Start Date: August 24, 2023 | Cause: Lightning | Containment: 90%

The Dinner Fire is close to reaching full containment. Yesterday and today, fire crews continue mopping up the fires edge, increasing depth and securing the fireline. One chipper will also be working on the fire today, masticating and reducing woody debris.

Grizzly Fire: Size:  106 acres | Start Date: August 24, 2023 | Cause: Lightning | Containment: 0%

Yesterday the west flank of the fire had a small increase in fire activity and a heavy helicopter dropped water buckets to keep the fire in check. Today a woodchipper and a road grader will be improving and repairing FSR 2212. Structure protection resources will be on scene and available. A Wildland Fire Module has worked two shifts now and is becoming familiar with the territory. They will engage strategic suppression tactics over the days ahead.

Weather:  Temperatures will range from 75-85° with minimum relative humidity in the range of 30-45%. Ridge winds will be gusty. Wind gust will be between 15-20 mph.

Evacuations:  Lane County issued a Level 2 Evacuation (Be Set) for all private lands and mining claims in the Bohemia areas within the Cottage Grove Ranger District of the Umpqua National Forest.

Safety and Closures:  There is a forest closure for portions of the Umpqua National Forest in response to fire activity in the area to protect public and wildland firefighter safety. There is a Temporary Flight Restriction over the fire area.

Brice Creek Fire Inciweb:  https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-brice-creek-fire

Dinner Fire Inciweb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-dinner-fire

Grizzly Fire Inciweb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-grizzly-fire

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bricecreekdinnergrizzlyfires2023/

Fire Information: (541) 900-5862, 8:00 AM – 7:00 PM      Email: 2023.dinner@firenet.gov

Happy Camp Complex Daily Update 

 Friday, September 8, 2023 

WEATHER:  Warm, dry conditions with mostly sunny skies is expected today. Temperatures will range from the low 70s on the ridges to the upper 80s in the valleys with a relative humidity of 25% to 40%. Light winds will be slope driven, coming from a westerly direction. Gusty winds possible in the afternoon. Similar weather is projected to continue through the weekend and into next week. Fire behavior on the Happy Camp Complex is expected to be minimal. 

WEST SIDE OVERVIEW (ACRES/CONTAINMENT): Elliot (12,160 acres, 51%), Ufish (5,331 acres, 33%), Hancock (1,738 acres, 21%). 

Most of the fire activity is burning in the recent burn scars and other light fuel areas. Crews will continue to patrol along the State Route 96 corridor, mopping up and extinguishing hot spots. On the Ufish Fire, firefighters are evaluating the risk and needs in the north, west and south regions of the fire. On the Elliot Fire, crews are evaluating the risk and needs of the north, west and east areas of the fire. Fire crews will be reinforcing indirect lines and continuing to patrol dozer and hand lines. There may be tactical firing operations on both the Elliot and Ufish Fires if conditions allow. These operations will be made to diminish the unburned fuels up to the containment lines. On the Hancock, crews made great progress overnight and will continue constructing and securing handlines around the perimeter. When the infrared flight detection is complete, the Hancock’s percentage of containment is expected to increase. A hand crew continues to monitor and work on containing the 2-acre King Fire. 

EAST SIDE OVERVIEW (ACRES/CONTAINMENT): Head (6,940 acres, 100%), Townsend (81 acres, 100%), Den (294 acres, 100%), Scott (1,886 acres, 100%), Lake (199, acres, 100%), King (2 acres, 0%) 

Suppression repair work and patrol will continue on the east side of the Happy Camp Complex. Lingering smoke may still be present in some areas but does not pose major threats to the containment. All fires on the east side of the complex will be patrolled and observed daily by infrared flights to detect residual heat on the land. 

PACIFIC CREST TRAIL: All Pacific Crest Trail closures within the Klamath National Forest have been reopened. 

EVACUATIONS: View current Siskiyou County evacuation orders and warnings by visiting: https://community.zonehaven.com. Siskiyou County residents are encouraged to sign up for rapid emergency notifications using the CodeRED emergency alert system at: https://bit.ly/SiskiyouCodeRedEmergencyAlert. 

CLOSURES AND DELAYS: 

• One-way traffic control is possible on Highway 96, 11.7 miles east of Scott River Rd to 13.7 miles east of Scott River Rd and from 0.4 miles west of Scott River Rd to 2.2 miles east of Scott River Rd. Motorists can expect delays in this area. Find more information at https://roads.dot.ca.gov/.  

• Two closure orders have been implemented in the Klamath National Forest: Happy Camp Complex Emergency Fire Closure No. 05-05-23-06 and No. 05-05-23-08. Find more information at https://bit.ly/KlamathNFAlertsNotices.