Overview:  The Sierra Front/Nevada Incident Management Team 5 continues to work closely with local officials from the Gifford Pinchot National Forest and Washington Department of Natural Resources to effectively and efficiently manage shared resources currently on the fires and continue assessing needs for additional resources.   

Fire Behavior: Fire fighters on the Kalama fire are progressing well on suppression repair activities. Acreage remains at 495 acres and containment remains at 37%. Crews will continue to reinforce lines on the fire and monitor fire activity. The Siouxon, Black Hole, and Sunset Fires currently have no containment and remain at 2120 acres, 457 acres, and 211 acres respectively, with no reported growth. Crews will continue to conduct suppression operations and assessing the need for additional resources. There will continue to be multiple road closures in the area of the Siouxon, Black Hole, and Sunset Fires. The public is asked to stay clear of the fire areas so firefighters can safely do their work.  

Weather: Today’s weather will continue to be mostly sunny with some haze. Maximum temperatures around 75 with light winds and humidity around 35%.

Closures: Closures remain in place for the Kalama Fire. View Map: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1065297.pdf

Trails: Cinnamon Trail #204, Kalama Ski Trail #231, Toutle Trail #238, Fossil Trail #242, Kalama Falls Trail #242A, Goat Marsh Trail 231D

Roads: Current Road closures.

• NFS Road No. 8100, from the junction of DNR Road 7200 and DNR Road 7600 to the junction with NFS Road No. 8123 and all associated NFS spur roads off NFS Road No. 8100.       

• NFS Road No 8117 and all associated NFS spur roads off NFS Road No. 8117.   

• NFS Road No. 8122 and all associated NFS spur roads off NFS Road No. 8122.        

Attention Climbers: *Access to Climbers Bivouac (and climbing route) is open.
 
NOTE: Additional road closures in the areas of the Sunset, Siouxon, and Black Hole fires will be announced pending Forest Closure Orders.

Evacuations: The evacuation level for the Kalama Fire remains at Level 1 “Ready” from the headwaters of the South Fork of the Toutle River to south of Merrill  Lake, and from the Skamania/Cowlitz County Border west 5 miles into Cowlitz County.  All current road closures remain in effect. Level 1 “Ready” has also been ordered in the area around Chelatchie, Amboy and Yacolt.  See attached map for Level 1 evacuation area.
Level 1, Ready Evacuation: 

• North to South: From the Headwaters of the South Fork of the Toutle River to south of Merrill Lake.

• East to West: Skamania County/Cowlitz County border west 5 miles into Cowlitz County.

There is a Level 1 “Be Ready” Evacuation Alert in the vicinity of the Back Hole Fire which spans both Clark and Skamania Counties. View a Clark County Evacuation Zone map: https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/19ce354ba5854fd1850e5aca55e4c534.

Sign up for county alerts for local details in case of emergency, such as fire evacuation:

• Clark County: https://member.everbridge.net/453003085616336/login
  
• Cowlitz County: http://www.klickitatcounty.org/1235/Emergency-Notification
  
• Skamania County: https://signup.hyper-reach.com/hyper_reach/sign_up_page_2/?id=45528  

Fire Information Phone Line: 360-449-7874
Public Information Officer: Nate Leising: 775-720-2749 
Forest Website: http://www.fs.usda.gov/goto/gp/fire       

NOTICE: This will be the last update provided by the Southeast Washington Type 3 IMT

 

HIGHLIGHTS:  Command will transfer to a Type 4 Team from the Washington Department of Natural Resources at 6am Saturday. No further updates available on inciweb and Facebook pages after 6pm tonight.

 

Hwy 2 is open but may be subject to intermittent closures and delays if debris falls onto the road. Closure information and status changes are at WSDOT  real-time travel center and by @wsdot_traffic on Twitter.

Precipitation and colder temperatures will significantly suppress fire activity. Fire crews will continue to patrol and monitor containment lines today. Precipitation over the weekend may create additional hazards associated with flash flooding, mudslides, and debris flows in the vicinity of the burn area.

Bolt Creek Fire: 14,766 acres | 51% contained | 157 personnel assigned

Containment increased to 51% and containment will continue to improve. Minimal fire activity expected to continue due to cool, moist conditions.

Murphy Lake Fire: 444 acres | 1 person assigned

Minimal fire activity over the last 24 hours. Cool, moist conditions today and through the weekend will further suppress fire activity.

Weather: Significant precipitation is forecast beginning today and continuing overnight with accumulation approaching 2 inches in the next 24 hours. Periods of precipitation are expected to continue into the middle of next week. Snow is expected above elevations of 3800 to 4200 feet.

The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is closed between Deception Lakes (mile 2447.5) and Hope Lake (mile 2457) due to the Murphy Lake fire. For more information: Pacific Crest Trail Association Web Page The Surprise Lake trail that begins off of Hwy 2 and the Trap Pass Trail are also closed.

Smoke Information: Current information on air quality may be found at Washington Smoke Blog

Forest Closure and Restrictions: The Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest has issued an Emergency Closure on National Forest lands. Roads, trails, and campgrounds are closed. A burn ban remains in effect.

The USFS Burn Area Emergency Response (BAER) report for the Bolt Creek Fire can be found on the Inciweb page: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/news/8429/.   Washington State Department of Natural Resources has issued a Wildfire-Associated Landslide Emergency Response Team Report at https://www.dnr.wa.gov/sites/default/files/publications/ger_hazards_landslide_walert_report_bolt_creek_suiattle_boulder_toketie_2022.pdf 

Fire Information:

            Today (8am to 6pm): (360) 370-4170

            Beginning Monday (M-F, 8am to 430pm): (360) 677-2414

 

No further updates after 6pm on Facebook and Inciweb.

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

Inciweb:          Bolt Creek Fire                https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8417

                        Murphy Lake Fire            https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8445 

 

 

Bolt Creek and Murphy Lake Fires

Update - October 20, 2022

 

Southeast Washington Type 3 Incident Management Team

Incident Commander: Leonard Johnson

                            

 

HIGHLIGHTS:  Hwy 2 is open but may be subject to intermittent closures and delays if debris falls onto the road. Road closure information and status changes are posted in the WSDOT  real-time travel center and by @wsdot_traffic on Twitter.

 

Increasing humidity ahead of an approach storm will damper fire behavior today. Friday will bring precipitation and colder temperatures that will further suppress fire activity and potential spread. Fire crews continue to monitor containment lines and retrieve unneeded suppression equipment. Precipitation over the weekend may create additional hazards associated with flash flooding, mudslides, debris flow in the vicinity of the burn area.

 

Bolt Creek Fire: 14,766 acres | 43% contained | 189 personnel assigned

Containment increased to 43% and approaching the containment objective of 50%. Containment now extends from near Baring southeastward along Hwy 2 and up Road 65 to the Beckler River Campground. Efforts are now transitioning to monitoring containment lines and retrieving suppression equipment. Fire crews continue to be released from the incident as fire and weather conditions continue to improve.

 

Murphy Lake Fire: 444 acres | 1 person assigned

The fire had minimal spread over the last 24 hours with 29 acres of growth. Most of the growth is a result of the merging of the main fire and the spot fire to the north. Anticipated rain, snow and cooler temperatures are expected to suppress fire behavior and prevent further growth starting on Friday.

 

Weather: A shift to westerly flow and increasing cloud cover will moderate temperatures and increase humidity today. Winds will be light and variable with diurnal upslope/downslope trends today, and gradually increase and become more southerly in advance of the approaching storm. The forecast for Friday through the weekend is for cool and wet conditions as a weather system brings substantial rainfall with snow at elevations above 3000 feet.

 

The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is closed between Deception Lakes (mile 2447.5) and Hope Lake (mile 2457) due to the Murphy Lake fire. For more information: Pacific Crest Trail Association Web Page  The Surprise Lake trail that begins off of Hwy 2 and the Trap Pass Trail are also closed.

 

Smoke Information: Current information on air quality may be found at Washington Smoke Blog

 

Forest Closure and Restrictions: The Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest has issued an Emergency Closure on National Forest lands. Roads, trails, and campgrounds are closed. A burn ban remains in effect.

  The USFS Burn Area Emergency Response (BAER) report for the Bolt Creek Fire can be found on the Inciweb page: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/news/8429/.   Washington State Department of Natural Resources has issued a Wildfire-Associated Landslide Emergency Response Team Report at https://www.dnr.wa.gov/sites/default/files/publications/ger_hazards_landslide_walert_report_bolt_creek_suiattle_boulder_toketie_2022.pdf 

 

Fire Information Line (8am to 8pm):  (360) 370-4170

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

Inciweb:          Bolt Creek Fire            https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8417

                        Murphy Lake Fire       https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8445

HIGHLIGHTS:  Hwy 2 is open but may be subject to intermittent closures and delays if debris falls onto the road. Road closure information and status changes are posted in the WSDOT  real-time travel center and by @wsdot_traffic on Twitter.

 

Unseasonably warm and dry conditions will promote moderate fire activity and potential spread through Thursday; however, precipitation and cooler weather will put a damper on fire activity and spread starting Friday. Fire crews are monitoring containment lines, mopping up hotspots and retrieving unneeded suppression equipment as local fire conditions allow.

Bolt Creek Fire: 14,714 acres | 41% contained | 242 personnel assigned

Crews worked on the eastern perimeter along Beckler River and on the western perimeter along FS Roads 6022 and 120 to reinforce and anchor containment lines over the past few days. Efforts are now transitioning to monitoring containment lines along Hwy 2 and the east and west edges of the burn area. Fire crews are gradually being released as fire and weather conditions allow.

Murphy Lake Fire: 415 acres | 1 person assigned

The fire remained active throughout the day yesterday resulting in moderate fire spread and behavior on both flanks. A small spot fire developed to the north along the ridgeline, bringing the edge of the fire within 1 mile of Hwy 2. The ridge top location of the fire is producing backing fire spread on steep slopes, accelerated by rolling materials into the Surprise Creek drainage. Anticipated rain, snow and cooler temperatures are expected to suppress fire behavior and prevent further movement toward Hwy 2 starting on Friday.

Weather: Conditions will remain warmer and drier than normal through Thursday with slight warming each day. Winds will be light and variable and generally follow diurnal upslope/downslope trends. Temperature inversions will develop overnight with increasing smoke in valley locations. The forecast for Friday through the weekend is for cool and wet conditions as a weather system brings substantial rainfall with snow at higher elevations. Winds will increase and become more southerly in advance of the approaching storm.

The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is closed between Deception Lakes (mile 2447.5) and Hope Lake (mile 2457) due to the Murphy Lake fire. For more information: Pacific Crest Trail Association Web Page  The Surprise Lake trail that begins off of Hwy 2 and the Trap Pass Trail are also closed.

Smoke Information: Current information on air quality may be found at Washington Smoke Blog

Forest Closure and Restrictions: The Mount Baker-Snoqualmie National Forest has issued an Emergency Closure on National Forest lands. Roads, trails, and campgrounds are closed. A burn ban remains in effect.

The USFS Burn Area Emergency Response (BAER) report for the Bolt Creek Fire can be found on the Inciweb page: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/news/8429/. 

Washington State Department of Natural Resources has issued a Wildfire-Associated Landslide Emergency Response Team Report:   https://www.dnr.wa.gov/sites/default/files/publications/ger_hazards_landslide_walert_report_bolt_creek_suiattle_boulder_toketie_2022.pdf
 
 

Lewis County lifts evacuations; fire operations slowed by weather

 

Current Situation: Yesterday, all evacuation notices were lifted for areas near the Goat Rocks Fire. Emergency managers, in consultation with fire officials, determined that enough precipitation had fallen to reduce fire behavior in the coming days and weeks. Additional rain is expected the rest of the week, with snow likely at higher elevations.

 

Snow, slick road surfaces, and falling trees are restricting access on many forest roads. Some firefighters are patrolling the area, looking for opportunities to safely work on cooling remaining pockets of heat. Other personnel are pulling more hoses, pumps, and other supplies from around structures in neighborhoods west of the fire. They are also removing flagging and cleaning up any other items left behind by the firefighting efforts.

 

The Siouxon and Sunset fires also experienced soggy weather, although scattered hot spots still remain in areas with heavy canopy and deep duff. Continued moisture is helping limit growth potential, but it is also making it difficult for firefighters to patrol or improve containment lines safely. Chipping and brush removal operations along Forest Road 311 near the Siouxon Fire were limited by snow in the morning. Road repairs on Forest Road 42 from Sunset Falls Campground to the first bridge will need a day or two of drying before work can continue. Road conditions will be assessed daily; in the meantime, firefighters will monitor and patrol the fireline where it is safe to do so. High winds will also pose hazards for firefighters working around both dead and green fire-weakened trees.

 

Weather & Smoke Information: With the recent precipitation and cooler weather, the fire danger on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest has reduced to LOW and the Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL) has been lowered to 1. On Monday, rain and snow hampered operations, with slick roadways and limited visibility. Snow remains a possibility for Tuesday. Gusty winds combined with fog, ice and snow will affect driving conditions. Slower speeds are highly recommended, especially in areas where firefighters or equipment are present. Current weather conditions will keep fire activity to a minimum but smoke may be visible at times.

 

Forest Closures: A full list of closures in place for the Goat Rocks, Siouxon, and Sunset fires can be found under “Alerts & Notices” on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest website.

 

Evacuations: On Monday at 11:30 a.m., Lewis County Emergency Management lifted evacuation notices for the Packwood area near the Goat Rocks Fire. This includes all areas north of Butter Creek (Goat Rocks, Lower and Upper Timberline, River Dance, and parts of High Valley). Residents are encouraged to sign up for their county’s emergency alerts to stay up to date on evacuation status and closures related to evolving incidents. Links to county emergency alerts can be found on the GPNF Fire Overview Page.

 

Temporary Flight Restrictions: A Temporary Flight Restriction remains in place on the Goat Rocks fire. Wildfires are a No Drone Zone. If you fly, we can’t. Whenever a drone is spotted near the fire, all aircraft are grounded until we can ensure the drone is clear of the area. For more information, please visit http://knowbeforeyoufly.org.

[Reposted from the Lewis County Emergency Management website]

NEWS RELEASE 
Date: 10/24/2022 
Released: 11:30 AM 

On Monday, October 24, 2022, at 11:30 AM all evacuation notices for the Packwood area to include all areas north of Butter Creek (Goat Rocks, as well as Lower and Upper Timberline, River Dance, and parts of High Valley) will be lifted.

Marine moisture began to move into the area on Friday, which brought cooler temperatures and recordable precipitation. This precipitation allowed for fire behavior and conditions to become much more favorable and easier to manage. The decision to lift evacuations was considered late last week, but emergency managers, in consultation with fire management, wanted to ensure that the rain event that was forecast for the weekend arrived and will reduce fire behavior in the coming days and weeks.

Fire personnel are removing fire suppression equipment (i.e. hose lines, blivets, and water tanks) in many areas. Though this equipment is being removed, fire personnel will continue monitoring the area for any potential threats that may arise. As you have seen, defensible space has been created around Timberline and other locations throughout Packwood. It is important to keep this as defensible space to better protect your structure from fire.

Here are a few steps to protect your home from wildfire:

• Thin a 15-foot space between tree crowns, and remove limbs within 15-feet of the ground.
• Clear a 10-foot area, free of burnable vegetation and material, around propane tanks and the barbecue.
• Stack firewood at least 100-feet away and uphill from your home. Clear combustible material within 20-feet.

For more information on the Goat Rocks Fire visit: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8415/

For more information on defensible space visit: https://www.nfpa.org/Public-Education/Fire-causes-and-risks/Wildfire/Preparing-homes-for-wildfire

To receive alerts from Lewis County in case of an emergency, sign up at: https://lewiscountywa.gov/departments/emergency-management/lewis-county-alert/

  

Winter Weather predicted for Goat Rocks, Siouxon, and Sunset fires

Current Situation: Light rain and some snow fell on the Goat Rocks Fire Sunday, with heavier rain and gusty winds expected today. Snow level is expected to drop to 2,000 feet before rising again late today. Fire personnel are running into snow-covered roads and fire lines in some areas, restricting work opportunities. Fire personnel are changing their plans to work in areas without snow. Yesterday firefighters removed structure wrap, hoses and pumps from around the structures by Packwood Lake. They also began removing portable water tanks, pumps, and hoses from the Timberline neighborhoods. 

On the south edge of the fire, damaged trees are frequently falling onto Forest Road 41. Crews had been patrolling this road to check fire spread south toward Lake Creek. The level of hazard to firefighters from falling trees has been determined to be greater than the risk of the fire spreading south under the current weather conditions. Part of this road is now closed to fire personnel. 

Scattered heat also remains on the Siouxon and Sunset fires; however, there is little to no growth potential. Firefighters continue to patrol and improve containment lines, mop up hot spots, and backhaul equipment. Suppression repair continues with chipping and brush removal operations along Forest Road 311 near the Siouxon Fire. Road rehabilitation with heavy equipment will continue along FSR 42 from Sunset Falls Campground to the first bridge. Progress is slow as roads are slick and sloppy, with a risk of black ice in the morning following overnight temperatures that are expected to dip into the 20s. High winds will also pose hazards for firefighters working around fire-weakened trees. 

Weather & Smoke Information: On Sunday, the region experienced mostly clear skies under a cold northerly air flow. Rain is expected later in the day on Monday, with the potential for snow below 2000’ overnight. Wind gusts up to 45 mph with a mix of ice and snow will affect roadways. Be prepared for winter driving conditions and slow down, especially in areas where firefighters or equipment are present. Current weather conditions will keep fire activity to a minimum but smoke may be visible at times. For current local smoke conditions, visit: https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/ or https://fire.airnow.gov/. 

Forest Closures: A full list of closures in place for the Goat Rocks, Siouxon, and Sunset fires can be found under “Alerts & Notices” on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest website. 

Evacuations: Evacuations were lifted in the areas north and east of the Siouxon fire, although there are still several road and trail closures in the area. On the Goat Rocks Fire, all areas north of Butter Creek remain at Level 2 (Be Set) evacuation. For the most up-to-date evacuation information, please visit Lewis County’s Emergency Management website or Facebook page. Residents are encouraged to sign up for their county’s emergency alerts to stay up to date on evacuation status and closures related to evolving incidents. Links to county emergency alerts can be found on the GPNF Fire Overview Page. 

Temporary Flight Restrictions: Temporary Flight Restrictions are in place over the Goat Rocks, Siouxon, and Sunset fires. Wildfires are a No Drone Zone. If you fly, we can’t. Whenever a drone is spotted near the fire, all aircraft are grounded until we can ensure the drone is clear of the area. For more information, please visit http://knowbeforeyoufly.org.

   

Effective September 11, 2022 an area closure order is in effect for areas near the Goat Rocks Fire on the Cowlitz Valley Ranger District within the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. 

The full area closure order and an area closure map is available on the forest website.

For more information on the fires and closures on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest, please visit the forest's Alerts and Notices page.

Weather assists firefighters on Goat Rocks, Siouxon, and Sunset fires

Current Situation: Rocky Mountain Incident Management Team Three has assumed command of the Goat Rocks fire from the Great Basin-Rocky Mountain Type 3 Team. Daily updates will now include information for the Goat Rocks fire, in addition to the Siouxon and Sunset fires. On the Siouxon and Sunset fires, yesterday’s fire activity was reduced to mainly creeping and smoldering within the interior due to rain and cooler temperatures. Isolated spots of surface fire continue to burn in pockets of duff that have been protected from the rain by a heavy tree canopy. Firefighters continue to patrol the fire’s edge, and they have made great progress on suppression repair activities.

Chipping and brush removal operations are expected to continue along Forest Road 311 near the Siouxon Fire. Road repair with heavy equipment is still being conducted along FSR 42 near the Sunset Fire, especially around bridges. Progress is slow as roads are slick and sloppy, with a risk of black ice in the morning following overnight temperatures that are expected to dip into the 20s. Firefighter and public safety remains the top priority, and motorists are asked to slow down, especially in areas where firefighters or equipment are present.

Rain has also reduced fire activity on the Goat Rocks Fire, but flames are still visible where fuels have been sheltered from the rain. Personnel are working in the Dam Creek drainage to keep fire south of Forest Road 46. In the Lake Creek drainage, firefighters are patrolling to ensure the fire stays north of Forest Road 41. Most of this edge of the fire continues to hold along the Three Peaks trail and the ridge between the Coal Creek and Lake Creek drainages.

Engines are patrolling the neighborhoods west of the Goat Rocks fire. With decreasing risk to structures, firefighters are removing some hoses and other equipment at Packwood Lake and in the lower part of the Coal Creek drainage. Surplus equipment is being hauled back to fire camp. Woody debris is being moved from along Forest Roads 1266 and 41. More ditches and culverts are being cleared to re-establish proper drainage.

Weather & Smoke Information: On Saturday, portions of the Siouxon and Sunset fires received over an inch of precipitation, and the Great Rocks fire received roughly one-half inch. Precipitation is expected to continue for the next few days, tapering off by Wednesday. Smoke in the area has greatly diminished. For current local smoke conditions, visit: https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/ or https://fire.airnow.gov/.

Forest Closures: A full list of closures in place for the Goat Rocks, Siouxon, and Sunset fires can be found under “Alerts & Notices” on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest website.

Evacuations: Evacuations were lifted as of 11:00 Saturday morning in the area north and east of the Siouxon fire, although there are still several road and trail closures in the area. On the Goat Rocks Fire, all areas north of Butter Creek are at Level 2 (Be Set) evacuation. This includes Upper and Lower Timberline, Goat Rocks, Riverdance, and parts of High Valley. Packwood proper is not under evacuation status at this time. Information at: https://bit.ly/LewisCountyAlerts or https://bit.ly/LewisCountyEMFB.

Temporary Flight Restrictions: Temporary Flight Restrictions are in place over the Goat Rocks, Siouxon, and Sunset fires. Wildfires are a No Drone Zone. If you fly, we can’t. Whenever a drone is spotted near the fire, all aircraft are grounded until we can ensure the drone is clear of the area. For more information, please visit http://knowbeforeyoufly.org.

Weather: Wind gusts up to 30 mph hit the Goat Rocks Fire area as a weather system moved in Friday morning. Rain followed the wind, with rainfall totals of 0.7 inches or more on the fire as of 6 a.m. today. This was a “wetting rain”, enough to make it through the canopy of tree branches down to the forest floor.

Rainy, windy weather is expected again today.  Temperatures will stay in the 30s and 40s, with winds gusting up to 25 mph on the ridges. Over the coming days, more rain and cool temperatures are in the forecast.

Yesterday: Firefighters patrolled Forest Roads 46 and 41, checking that the fire did not cross the roads in the Dam Creek and Lake Creek drainages. The western tip of the fire in Coal Creek drainage was checked, with no heat found.

Crews pulled surplus hoses and other equipment from some contingency lines and hauled it to central locations for return to fire camp. Heavy equipment continued to move woody debris and slash piles from Forest Roads 1266 and 41. Firefighters patrolled the neighborhoods west of the fire.

Today: Fire personnel will patrol and monitor the fire area, including areas near structures and Packwood Lake.  Firefighters are limiting their time spent in burned areas to avoid the hazards of blown-down trees and rolling debris. Western Hemlock trees have shallow roots which can be damaged by fire. Trees that are green and look healthy have been falling without warning, especially when it’s windy. Rocks and large chunks of wood are rolling down steep slopes onto roads, creating hazards for personnel and vehicles.

More hoses and other equipment are being removed from fire lines where they are no longer needed. Backhaul of surplus items from the fire line to fire camp continues.

Although fire suppression work has slowed, fire personnel are beginning another phase of activity. They are starting on repair work, including projects necessary to stabilize soils and mitigate damage caused by firefighting efforts. Currently, they are clearing debris out of ditches and culvert inlets to ensure proper drainage when it rains.

Today, Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team (CIMT) 3 will be shadowing the current organization managing the Goat Rocks Fire, in preparation for tomorrow’s transfer of command.
 
EVACUATION LEVEL 2 – BE SET!     

All areas north of Butter Creek are at Level 2 (Be Set) evacuation. This includes Upper and Lower Timberline, Goat Rocks, Riverdance, and parts of High Valley. This is precautionary due to Goat Rocks Fire behavior. Packwood proper is not under evacuation status at this time. See accompanying Public Information map.

Monitor https://bit.ly/LewisCountyAlerts or https://bit.ly/LewisCountyEMFB for changes.

Forest Closures: A road and trail closure within the Gifford National Forest is in place. Closure order: https://bit.ly/GoatRocksClosureOrder  Closure map: https://bit.ly/GoatRocksFireClosureMap