Please join us to discuss the Retreat Fire progress and updates with agency representatives. A Q+A session will be held for addressing individual inquiries. 

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A virtual option for those who cannot attend in person. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions in the comments. 

Retreat Fire Community Meeting

 Live Spanish interpretation will not be available during the meeting; however, a translation will be provided once the recorded meeting is uploaded.

Gold Complex Update

Quick Facts

Acres: Mill, 2,962; Smith, 45

Crews: 6

Containment: Mill 75%; Smith 100%

Engines: 32

Detection Date: July 22, 2024

Dozers: 2

Cause: Lightning

Helicopters: available as needed

Total resources: 354

Fixed wing: available as needed

Official Fire Information
 

Headlines

As of today, the only evacuation order remaining is a mandatory order for PLU-113, which is the area directly adjacent to the Mill Fire’s perimeter. No residents are impacted by these evacuations. Fire managers are working with the Sheriff to adjust down to the fires perimeter. For specific evacuation information, please visit: facebook.com/plumascountysheriff.

Operational Update
Smith Fire: The Smith Fire is 100 percent contained. Some isolated smokes may occasionally be visible far interior and firefighters will continue to patrol the area.  

Mill Fire: Crews made significant gains in containment of the Mill Fire over the last 24 hours with continued mop-up efforts that ensured there is no isolated heat within 100 feet of the fire line. Suppression repair will begin over a portion of the fire area today, focusing largely on repairing dozer lines and reducing the potential for erosion in areas that have been disturbed by suppression activities. Mop-up will continue in areas that have not yet been sufficiently contained, while patrol will also continue to make sure no heat or smokes pop up near the line. 

Weather

A cooling trend is expected to continue through Tuesday, with temperatures predicted to be in the high 70s and low 80s for the next three days. Better overnight humidities are anticipated to stick around through the next few evenings, while the smoke from the Park Fire has had a notable moderating effect on weather over the last two days. 

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Apache Fire Start: Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 6:31 p.m.

Cause: Under investigation

Location: Maricopa Highway and Apache Canyon Road, Cuyama Valley, Ventura County

Size at time of update: 1,538 acres
Containment: 59%

Personnel: 253

Incident Details: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/calpf-apache-fire

Resources: 

Hand Crews: 6              Engines: 10                 Copters: 4                   Water Tenders: 4

Containment of the Apache fire is increasing rapidly and no further growth is expected. Today firefighters are continuing to seek out and extinguish hot spots that could potentially carry heat under the fireline and reignite the fire. Deep pits of smoldering vegetation and root systems, known to firefighters as ash pits can burn for three or four days before dying out. These smoldering fires can burn underground in root systems and resurface on the unburned side of the fireline. Much like quicksand, these pits are difficult to recognize on the surface and pose a serious hazard for crews working the line. 

Crews have also started suppression repair on the few contingency dozer lines constructed before forward progress of the fire was stopped.  

The Evacuation Order for Apache Canyon, Burgess Canyon and Quail Springs was reduced to an Evacuation Warning yesterday. The Evacuation Warning for Corral Canyon, Round Springs Canyon and Castle Canyon was lifted.

The fire is burning adjacent to Maricopa Highway (CA-33). The highway remains open. Motorists are encouraged be alert for firefighters and equipment in the area. Please check Caltrans road conditions prior to driving through the area.  

Forecast for Saturday: Temperatures will be lower over the next three days with highs in the fire area ranging from 90-95 degrees. Relative humidity will remain low at 15-25%. And winds will be out of the northwest 5-10 mph with gusts of 18-20 mph.

Evacuation Areas: Current Apache Fire evacuation information can be found at vcemergency.com.  The status of evacuations may change during the day. Ventura County residents are encouraged to sign up for emergency notifications here.

Social Media: 

 Los Padres National Forest Facebook

Ventura County Fire Department Facebook

Ventura County Fire X

Public Information Phone: (435) 310-5450 Email: 2024.silverking@firenet.gov  

Agency: Fishlake National Forest – Beaver Ranger District 

Location: Approximately three miles west of Marysvale, Utah  

Start Date: July 05, 2024   

Cause: Lightning  

Acres: 18,222 

Containment/Completion: 89% 

Personnel: 188 

**RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FOR SUNDAY AND MONDAY** 

The National Weather Service has extended the Red Flag Warning for the Silver King Fire and surrounding areas until 10:00 p.m. Monday, July 29, 2024. Temperatures in the mid-80s, humidity as low as 6%, and winds over 30 mph may cause existing fires or new fires to spread rapidly.   

During Red Flag conditions residents should avoid using machinery that can create sparks and ensure that trailer chains do not drag. Do not drop cigarettes or matches on the ground. Avoid recreational target shooting in dry grass. Follow Stage 1 Fire Restrictions that prohibit open fires of any kind except within established public facilities in improved campgrounds and picnic areas. Give firefighters room to work and abide by the Silver King Fire Forest Closure Order (see closure details at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/fishlake/alerts-notices).   

On the north side of the fire, crews are patrolling and extinguishing hotspots. On the east side, personnel are repairing dozer lines. On the south side, firefighters were able to implement strategic firing operations on 50 unburned acres between burned areas, removing fuel that could enable the fire to spread. 

Our hard-working firefighters enjoy hearing from you and appreciate your support. Area residents can help boost firefighters’ spirits by taking a few simple actions. Post thank you signs in the community and on social media. They are a great morale booster for firefighters after a long shift! You can also write thank you notes to firefighters or firefighters’ families; please call the fire information number above and arrange a time to drop off the letters with a fire public information officer.  

Current status:
• The Speirs fire is currently at 715 acres.
• The Speirs fire is currently 90 percent contained.
• The Speirs fire was caused by lightening.
• There are 275 individuals working on the Speirs fire.
Closures:
• The Firefighter Memorial and Green Dale Group campgrounds are now open.
• The following roads and trails are still closed to public access.
o Forest Service Road (FSR) 610, FSR 689, FSR049 (Greens Draw Road), Lowline trail FST103 its junction with the Pipe Creek Trail, FST 003. Forest Service Trail 003 from the beginning at the junction with FST 103 to the junction of Forest Service Trail 004 and Forest Service Trail 004 to Greens Draw Road 049.
o For more information on existing closures, please visit the Ashely National Forest website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/ashley/alerts-notices
Prevention
• Nearly 85% of wildfires are started by humans. While many of these fires are contained before they become large and complex incidents, it is valuable to remember to check and observe fire restrictions. Prior to leaving a campfire, please Drown, Stir, and Feel to prevent a new wildfire start from occurring.
 

Cottage Grove – Lane 1 Fires Update – Saturday, July 27, 2024
The Cottage Grove – Lane 1 consists of the following fires for a total of 7327 acres: Lane 1 (1617 acres), Clark 900 (3737 acres), Puddin (392 acres), Adam Mountain (380 acres), and Mineral (1201 acres). The Clark 900, Quartz, and Jack Saddle fires have been combined and are all now considered the Clark 900 fire. The Cottage Grove – Lane 1 fires are considered 0% contained. Percent containment represents sections of fire line that pose no escape risk without further action from firefighters. There are currently 667 personnel assigned to the incident.
Today fires experienced moderate intensity fire behavior. Crews on the Lane 1 fire continued to mop up and improve black line on the North, East and West sides of the fire. On the Clark 900, crews continued line improvement on the North side. Available resources and safety hazards continue to be challenges.
Closures: Due to the wildfires, the Umpqua National Forest has issued Forest Order No. 06-15-24-03 and Forest Order No. 06-15-02-24-01 that can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/umpqua/alerts-notices
The Bureau of Land Management has issued the following emergency closure for Lane County: https://blm.gov/announcement/bureau-land-management-issues-emergency-fire-closure-lane-county
The following County roads are closed except to owners of private lands accessed from these roads: Brice Creek Road east of Umpqua National Forest Boundary, all of Sharps Creek Road. Evacuations: A “Level 1” Evacuation notice has been issued by the Lane County Sheriff’s Department for areas east of Disston, starting at Brice Creek Road milepost 0.7 and following Brice Creek Road south, as well as Bohemia Mining District and Fairview Peak. An evacuation map is available at: www.LaneCountyOR.gov/Lane1Fire
Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR): A “TFR” is in place at an altitude from the surface up to and including 8500 feet, daily (24 hours) until further notice. Complete information is available at https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_4_4814.html . Flying a drone near or around a wildfire compromises the safety of pilots and interferes with firefighting efforts.
For further information visit the Inciweb links for each Cottage Grove-Lane 1 fires below:
Lane 1: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/or77s-Cottage-Grove-lane-1
Clark 900: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/or770s-clark-900
Quartz: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-quartz
Jack Saddle: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-jack-saddle
Adam Mountain: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-adam-mountain
Mineral: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-mineral
Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM E-mail: 2024.lane1@firenet.gov
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CottageGroveLane1Fires2024

Cottage Grove – Lane 1 Fires Update – Saturday, July 27, 2024
The Cottage Grove – Lane 1 consists of the following fires for a total of 7327 acres: Lane 1 (1617 acres), Clark 900 (3737 acres), Puddin (392 acres), Adam Mountain (380 acres), and Mineral (1201 acres). The Clark 900, Quartz, and Jack Saddle fires have been combined and are all now considered the Clark 900 fire. The Cottage Grove – Lane 1 fires are considered 0% contained. Percent containment represents sections of fire line that pose no escape risk without further action from firefighters. There are currently 667 personnel assigned to the incident.
Today fires experienced moderate intensity fire behavior. Crews on the Lane 1 fire continued to mop up and improve black line on the North, East and West sides of the fire. On the Clark 900, crews continued line improvement on the North side. Available resources and safety hazards continue to be challenges.
Closures: Due to the wildfires, the Umpqua National Forest has issued Forest Order No. 06-15-24-03 and Forest Order No. 06-15-02-24-01 that can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/umpqua/alerts-notices
The Bureau of Land Management has issued the following emergency closure for Lane County: https://blm.gov/announcement/bureau-land-management-issues-emergency-fire-closure-lane-county
The following County roads are closed except to owners of private lands accessed from these roads: Brice Creek Road east of Umpqua National Forest Boundary, all of Sharps Creek Road. Evacuations: A “Level 1” Evacuation notice has been issued by the Lane County Sheriff’s Department for areas east of Disston, starting at Brice Creek Road milepost 0.7 and following Brice Creek Road south, as well as Bohemia Mining District and Fairview Peak. An evacuation map is available at: www.LaneCountyOR.gov/Lane1Fire
Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR): A “TFR” is in place at an altitude from the surface up to and including 8500 feet, daily (24 hours) until further notice. Complete information is available at https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_4_4814.html . Flying a drone near or around a wildfire compromises the safety of pilots and interferes with firefighting efforts.
For further information visit the Inciweb links for each Cottage Grove-Lane 1 fires below:
Lane 1: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/or77s-Cottage-Grove-lane-1
Clark 900: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/or770s-clark-900
Quartz: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-quartz
Jack Saddle: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-jack-saddle
Adam Mountain: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-adam-mountain
Mineral: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-mineral
Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM E-mail: 2024.lane1@firenet.gov
Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CottageGroveLane1Fires2024

Big Horn Fire 

 10:00 PM, JULY 27, 2024

Estimated size: 50,061 acres

Containment: 52%

Start Date/Time: 7/22/2024 at 1:07 PM

Area of Origin: 7 miles SE of Bickleton, WA

Cause: Undetermined                                          

Structures Damaged: 4

Update: The increase in fire acreage is due to better mapping data collection.

Taking advantage of this morning’s fair weather, crews worked to secure fire lines and increase the percentage of containment.

Tonight, crews will continue patrolling the fire’s perimeter and mop up hot spots if they are located.

Evacuation Levels: There were no changes in evacuation levels today. Please visit Klickitat County Emergency Management’s website or check Facebook for the most current information:

• https://www.klickitatcounty.org/249/Emergency-Management
• https://www.facebook.com/KlickitatDEM911

Road Closures: The west-bound shoulder of Highway 14 will be closed, please drive with caution as firefighters are working in the area. Alderdale Road from Linda Lane south to the intersection of Highway 14 remains closed. 

Weather and Fire Behavior: Seasonal and fair conditions will prevail across the incident though this weekend.  Winds will pick up tomorrow with gusts up to 26 mph during the daytime.  

Resources: 38 engines, 11 water tenders, 1 drone, 4 dozers, 5 hand crews, 1 UAS module, 226 personnel total.

Firefighters continue constructing line on Battle Mountain Complex despite fire activity

UKIAH, Ore. – Another day of high heat, record-low fuel moisture and northwest winds challenged firefighters on both zones of the Battle Mountain Complex. Fortunately, with clearer skies, aircraft were able to reach more areas of the fire. ODF Teams 1 and 3 worked to hold and improve fire lines, while Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) structural task forces protected homes and structures.

Wind, heat, dry fuels and topography drove active fire behavior in the southwest portion of Battle Mountain Zone I near Cupper Creek Road. Firefighting efforts continued, but extreme conditions caused incremental growth to the fire perimeter in that portion of the fire.

Oregon State Fire Marshal structural task forces patrolled and protected structures throughout both zones focusing on homes along Cupper Creek Road to Highway 402. With these resources protecting homes, wildland firefighters from ODF Teams 1 and 3 focused on the fire front, while minimizing fire growth.

Favorable conditions allowed for water drops from helicopters, including from the Oregon National Guard, on priority areas. Firefighters patrolled and held fireline on the north portion of Zone I, held and improved line on the portion of Zone I east of Monument, as well as held and improved containment lines outside the town of Monument. Tomorrow’s anticipated change in wind direction will challenge those lines in all areas of the fire, however firefighters will be prepared for these potential conditions and increased fire activity.

In Zone II, the eastern half of the complex, crews concentrated on connecting lines and looking for opportunities to bring the line closer to the fire to conserve acreage, especially along the northeast and southeast. Along the north, crews were beginning to place line across the Potamus drainage, in hopes to connect both sides of the fire. 

Along the southern head of the fire, crews held large portions of line and quickly caught three acres that burned after the fire crossed the line. Firefighters hope to begin burning vegetation in front of the head of the fire to stop its progress. 

Today, the Oregon Department of Transportation reopened Highway 395 at a reduced speed of 35 miles per hour. Drivers should exercise caution with smoky conditions and heavy equipment in the area. 

On the North Fork Owen­­­s Fire, crews pushed containment to 90%. Tonight, crews will use handheld infrared cameras to locate hidden hotspots.

Evacuations: Level 1 (Be Ready), Level 2 (Be Set) and Level 3 (Go Now) evacuations are in effect. For updated information, visit:

• For Umatilla County, follow www.facebook.com/UmatillaCountySheriff or sign up for Umatilla County Emergency Alert System at https://member.everbridge.net/index/2590041373147145.
• For Grant County, visit the RAPTOR arcgis site or sign up for alerts at: https://member.everbridge.net/index/825462649520134.
• For Morrow County, visit https://experience.arcgis.com/experience/de78333b0d2544f7a320142174aa20ae

Public Land Closures:

The Bureau of Land Management has closed public lands along the John Day River from Kimberly to Dale, and from Kimberly to Service Creek. More information here: https://www.blm.gov/programs/public-safety-and-fire/fire-and-aviation/regional-info/oregon-washington/fire-restrictions.

The Umatilla National Forest has implemented a closure for public lands within the Heppner Ranger District and the North Fork John Day Ranger District. More information at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/umatilla/news-events/?cid=FSEPRD1194462 and https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/umatilla/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5286768.

FIRE AT A GLANCE
Total Estimated Complex Size: 159,454 acres
Monkey Creek Fire: 154,970
North Fork Owens:  4,484 acres
Total Containment:  7%
Cause:   Under Investigation              
Estimated Cost:   $18,200,000

All Resources 
Hand Crews: 52          
Engines:  99    
Water Tenders:  41     
Dozers:  20
Helicopters:  8
Total Personnel: 1,712