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 River Complex, Antelope Fires show increased activity on Klamath National Forest

Yreka, Calif., August 2, 2021—Firefighters are tackling multiple lightning-caused wildfires throughout the Klamath National Forest. Forest fire managers are prioritizing resources for fires with the greatest risk to life and property.

“We are so grateful for the quick response of firefighters and emergency responders throughout the north state in responding to these fires,” stated Forest Supervisor Rachel Smith. “I am incredibly proud of our Siskiyou County first responders who were able to successfully put out so many of the ignitions resulting from four continuous days of lightning. I’m humbled that we got support from local government, CAL FIRE and federal firefighters from even as their home units are dealing with their own lightning-sparked fires.”

Evacuation Orders and Warnings are in effect for areas surrounding the communities of Forks of Salmon, Sawyers Bar, Taylor Creek Road, Tennant, and Antelope Creek. Up-to-date information regarding evacuations can be viewed at an interactive map managed by the Siskiyou County Office of Emergency Services: https://arcg.is/1nnHKm0.

Firefighting resources are stretched thin responding to these lightning-caused fires. Numerous resources from outside the Klamath National Forest are working on these fires to supplement local suppression resources, including Smokejumpers, heli-rappel modules, and contracted fire engines and hand crews. CAL FIRE’s Siskiyou Unit is also providing assistance. Additional resources have been requested to support suppression operations. Demand for suppression resources is high in Northern California due to multiple incidents. A type 2 incident management team is inbriefing tomorrow morning to take over the River Complex incident.
 
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