Due to fire suppression activity, road closures and evacuation orders associated with the Badlands Complex Fires, all Vale District Bureau of Land Management recreation sites along the Snake River between Oxbow and Huntington, and on Lookout Mountain, are closed. This includes Spring Recreation Site, Swedes Landing and Bassar Diggins Campground.

Easy Fire Update for July 26, 2024  
Incident Commander Lonnie Click  
Complex Incident Management Team Northwest 3   
(541) 861-5808, staffed 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 2024.pioneer@firenet.gov  

Quick Facts  
Size: 410 acres  
Start Date: July 17, 20244  
Location: 17 miles west of Mazama, WA
Containment: 0%  
Personnel Assigned: 120  
Cause: Lightning  
Resources Assigned:  2 crews     5 engines

CURRENT SITUATION:   The Easy Fire is burning in large dense timber, abundant dead trees, and ground vegetation on extremely steep terrain. Fire activity near State Route 20 has moderated with continued fire activity within the fire footprint on the north and south side of the fire. Firefighters worked with Washington Department of Transportation (WSDOT) on Wednesday and Thursday to clean up debris and fallen trees across the highway. The highway closure is regularly being reassessed, so please be sure to check the WSDOT travel map for any updates throughout the day. 

Yesterday firefighters continued preparation of indirect handlines, tying into natural features like avalanche chutes and previous burn scars. As part of the fireline preparations crews are installing hoselays and sprinkler systems on both the south and north side of the fire. In addition, crews successfully established helispots on the north side of the fire which will provide additional access in case of an emergency.  

TODAY’S ACTIVITIES: Crews will continue to work with Washington Department of Transportation to clean up fallen trees and debris from the shoulders of State Route 20. Firefighters will also maintain line preparation and falling operations on the north and south side of Easy Fire. Crews are scouting opportunities to conduct strategic firing operations to burn out vegetation between the fire and constructed fireline. Firefighters are also developing an aerial operations plan for structure protection on Mebee Lookout Tower if fire activity necessitates such measures.

WEATHER: Temperatures today will rise slightly with highs in the mid to upper 80s. Humidity is expected to moderate today and through the weekend. Winds will decrease today with a northwest direction around 7 mph. The cooling trend will continue over the weekend along with a reduction in winds.  

CLOSURES: State Route 20 is currently closed due to fire activity and debris on the road. This closure is being reassessed today to see if there are opportunities for partial or full opening of the highway. Be sure to check https://wsdot.com/Travel/Real-time/Map/ for the latest information on the highway closure status.  

The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has closures in place for trails within the fire area: https://bit.ly/EasyFireClosures. This closure includes a portion of the Pacific Crest Trail. Campfires are prohibited. There is a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) in place over the fire: https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_4_6779.html. Unauthorized drone activity is prohibited under the TFR.

EVACUATIONS:  There are no evacuations in place for the Easy Fire. Anyone recreating in the area should be vigilant about being aware of surroundings and stay out of closed areas. 

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The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) Southeast Region has temporarily closed the Ahtanum State Forest due to increased activity from the adjacent Retreat Fire burning near Rimrock Lake. The public can access the most up-to-date closure information at www.dnr.wa.gov/ahtanum.

Pioneer Fire Update for July 26, 2024  
Incident Commander Lonnie Click  
Complex Incident Management Team Northwest 3   
(541) 861-5808, staffed 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 2024.pioneer@firenet.gov

Quick Facts   
Size: 31,906 acres   
Start Date: June 8, 2024   
Location: 31 miles NW of Chelan, WA   
Containment: 14%   
Personnel: 766   
Cause: Human-caused, under investigation  
Resources Assigned: 12 crews, 5 helicopters, 24 engines, 28 water tenders, 12 heavy equipment

CURRENT SITUATION:  Along the lakeshore, fire activity moderated yesterday, and helicopters dropped water to further slow fire spread. Crews continued strategic firing operations around homes and outbuildings around DP 17 near Flick Creek and patrolled the area to ensure no heat remained from previous firing operations. In Stehekin, firefighters continued to improve the fireline around the community, and working in coordination with state mobilized resources, put in a sprinkler system and tested it. The southern edge of the fire continues to hold in Lone Fir Creek and crews continued to work on the indirect contingency lines south of the fire.

Logistics on the Pioneer Fire take an extra level of coordination given the remote communities and access. Firefighters on the north and lakeshore fire areas are being supported by boats to transport them to the fire area and bring firefighting supplies. In addition, fire management is working with local businesses in Stehekin to provide meals and other support for crews working in that area. 

TODAY’S ACTIVITIES: Suppression and containment efforts will continue across the Pioneer Fire today. Along the northwest perimeter of the fire, firefighters are preparing to conduct additional strategic firing operations to burn out vegetation between the line and active fire.  Drones may be used in this effort and firefighters will work through the night to patrol the area and support potential firing operations. Helicopters will provide water drops to cool the fire and limit spread. In Stehekin, fire crews will continue improving the constructed fireline around the community and coordinating with the state mobilized structure protection group working around homes and private property. South of the fire, crews will be clearing and improving roads near Gold Creek and Oss Peak.

WEATHER: Today warmer and drier conditions will return, with high temperatures in the mid-80s. Winds tomorrow will be lighter and mostly terrain driven, shifting to down lake or northwest in the evening.

EVACUATIONS: Level 1, 2 and 3 evacuation levels remain in effect around the Pioneer Fire. Please visit https://t.ly/QoH9w for more information.

FOREST CLOSURE: Current closures for the North Cascades National Park: https://www.nps.gov/noca/index.htm
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has a closure order in place for much of the fire area: Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest - Alerts & Closures (usda.gov). Campfires are prohibited. There is a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) in place over the fire: https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_4_6779.html. Unauthorized drone activity is prohibited under the TFR.

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Inicio del Incendio Lake: Viernes, 5 de julio de 2024 a las 3:48 p.m.

Causa: Bajo investigación

Localización: Cerca del Zaca Lake, en el condado de Santa Barbara, al norte de Los Olivos, California.

Tamaño en el momento de la actualización: 38,664 acres

Contención: 90%

Personal: 746

Detalles completos del incidente: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/calpf-2024-lake-fire

Incendio Lake
Las acciones posteriores al incendio se implementaron de inmediato y continúan para reparar los daños y minimizar la posible erosión del suelo y los impactos de las actividades de extinción del incendio. Este trabajo implica la reparación de líneas de defensa manuales y con buldócer, caminos, senderos, áreas de preparación y otros lugares utilizados durante los esfuerzos de extinción del incendio, con el objetivo de restaurar estas áreas a sus condiciones previas al incendio lo más fielmente posible. Además, los bomberos continúan monitoreando el perímetro del incendio para evitar cualquier brote.

El Equipo 2 de Gestión de Incidentes Interinstitucional de California ha estado manejando el incendio Lake y asumió el mando del incendio Apache el jueves por la mañana.

Pronóstico para el viernes: Las condiciones cálidas y secas continuarán con temperaturas máximas entre 90 y 100 grados. La humedad relativa bajará entre 12% y 28% por la tarde. Se esperan vientos ligeros durante las primeras horas de la mañana, luego los vientos del oeste-noroeste aumentarán a las 10:00 a. m. a 5-10 mph con ráfagas de 15-18 mph.

Cierre del área del incendio Lake: Todos los caminos, senderos y áreas recreativas dentro de la Orden de Cierre del Bosque Nacional Los Padres están cerrados al público. Consulte la Orden de cierre y el Mapa de órdenes de cierre mediante enlaces o visitando el sitio web del Bosque Nacional Los Padres. Este cierre permanecerá vigente hasta el 18 de agosto de 2024, o hasta que sea revisado o rescindido.

Áreas de evacuación: Todas las órdenes de evacuación y advertencias de evacuación previamente vigentes debido al incendio Lake han sido canceladas. Se insta a los residentes a tener precaución al regresar a sus hogares ya que el personal de emergencia continúa trabajando en el área. La Orden de Cierre del Bosque Nacional Los Padres todavía está vigente.

Lake Fire Start: Friday, July 5, 2024 at 3:48 p.m.

Cause: Under investigation

Location: Near Zaca Lake in Santa Barbara County, north of Los Olivos, California

Size at time of update: 38,664 acres
Containment: 90%

Personnel: 746

Full Incident Details: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/calpf-2024-lake-fire

Lake Fire Post-fire actions were implemented immediately and are ongoing to repair damage and minimize potential soil erosion and impacts from fire suppression activities. This work involves repairing hand and dozer lines, roads, trails, staging areas, and other locations used during fire suppression efforts, aiming to restore these areas to their pre-fire conditions as closely as possible. Additionally, firefighters continue to monitor the fire perimeter to prevent any flare-ups.

California Interagency Incident Management Team 2 has been managing the Lake Fire and assumed command of the Apache Fire on Thursday morning.  

Forecast for Friday: Hot and dry conditions will continue with highs in the upper 90s to low 100s.  Relative humidity will drop to between 12% and 28% in the afternoon.  Light winds are expected in the early morning, then west-northwest winds increase at 10:00 am to 5-10 mph with gusts from 15-18 mph.

Lake Fire Area Closure: All roads, trails, and recreational areas within the Los Padres National Forest Closure Order are closed to the public. Refer to the Closure Order & Closure Order Map using links or visiting the Los Padres National Forest website. This closure will remain in effect until August 18, 2024, or until revised or rescinded. 

Evacuation Areas: All Evacuation Orders and Evacuation Warnings previously in place due to the Lake Fire have been lifted. Residents are urged to drive slowly and take caution when returning home as emergency personnel continue working in the area. The Los Padres National Forest Closure Order is still in place. 

Equipo 1 de las Montañas Rocosas del Norte, comandante de incidentes Brent Olson 

Ubicación: 14 millas al suroeste de Naches, WA 

Fecha de inicio: 23 de julio de 2024 

Causa: Bajo investigación 

Tamaño: 13,183 acres 

Recursos: 216 Personal Total; 1 topadoras; 0 helicópteros; 7 tripulaciones de mano; 15 motores  

MENSAJE CLAVE:   

El Equipo 1 de Gestión de Incidentes del Complejo Northern Rockies, el comandante de incidentes Brent Olson, tomó el mando del Retreat Fire a las 6 am de esta mañana.    

ESTADO ACTUAL: 

Al Equipo 1 de Manejo de Incidentes de las Montañas Rocosas del Norte se le ha asignado la responsabilidad de gestionar las actividades de extinción de incendios según lo delegado por las jurisdicciones de la agencia a partir de las 6:00 am del 26 de julio. El incendio se está manejando bajo una estrategia de extinción total con la seguridad del público y de los bomberos como la prioridad número uno. El incendio Retreat se estima en 13,183 acres y arde al suroeste de Naches, WA. Se puede observar un comportamiento activo del fuego debido a los vientos pronosticados y al humo que sale de los drenajes. Equipo pesado y cuadrillas de mano construirán líneas de control directas e indirectas a lo largo del perímetro norte y sur del incendio para reducir el avance del fuego. 

COMPORTAMIENTO DEL CLIMA Y DEL FUEGO: 

El clima está dominado por una vaguada en los niveles superiores con vientos crecientes proyectados para este fin de semana.  Temperaturas máximas diurnas superiores a los 90 grados. Se espera que los vientos sean variables, de 4 a 7 millas por hora del oeste, cambiando de dirección desde el este por la tarde entre 5 y 10 mph pies sobre el nivel del suelo.  Se espera que las humedades mínimas estén entre el 13 y el 23 por ciento. Tres tipos principales de combustible están presentes en el paisaje de incendios: fondos de roble, maleza de salvia y pino ponderosa con algunas coníferas mixtas. Los fondos de roble y el pasto/salvia están muy secos y fácilmente disponibles para quemar; la quema de grupos aislados y de un solo árbol puede generar potencial para detectar manchas.  

CIERRES Y EVACUACIONES: 

• Aviso de evacuación de nivel 3 “VAYA AHORA” desde la autopista US 12 en Bear Canyon Trailhead (NF 1301 Forest Service Road) al noreste hasta la “Y” (Hwy 12/410).  Desde “Y” (Hwy 12/410) hacia el sur a lo largo de los límites de Town of Cowiche y Town of Tieton hasta Cowiche Mill Road. Cowiche Mill Road hacia el oeste hasta NF 641 Forest Service Road. NF 641 Forest Service Road hacia el norte hasta la autopista 12. 

• Aviso de evacuación de nivel 2 "GET SET" para el área de la ciudad de Tieton, WA, que incluye Cowiche Mill Road hacia el este hasta Summitview Road, Summitview Road hacia el norte hasta la parada de cuatro vías en West Tieton Road, en dirección oeste por West Tieton Road hasta el final de West. Tieton Rd.  El límite oeste es el final de West Tieton Road en dirección sur hasta la cuadra 3600 de Cowiche Mill Road.  Para conocer los límites de evacuación, visite la página de Facebook de la Oficina de Emergencias del Condado de Yakima: www.facebook.com/YakimaCountyOEM/ .

• La autopista US 12 permanece cerrada por varias razones entre la Y en la autopista 410 y la cima del paso en la milla 151. 

• Cierre del área de incendios del retiro forestal nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee: www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/okawen/alerts-notices/?aid=89192 . 

• La Región Sudeste del Departamento de Recursos Naturales (DNR) del Estado de Washington ha cerrado temporalmente el Bosque Estatal Ahtanum debido al aumento de la actividad del incendio Retreat adyacente que arde cerca del lago Rimrock. El público puede acceder a la información de cierre más actualizada en www.dnr.wa.gov/ahtanum . 

Fire Information: Phone: (541)-208-1744 daily from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Email: 2024.microwavetower@firenet.gov

Microwave Fire Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2024MicrowaveTowerFire/

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53% Contained

131 personnel

762 Acres

5 miles west, southwest of Mosier, OR

Burning in brush, timber, and grass 

Highlights

Firefighters have made significant progress, with most of the southern fireline now contained. Crews will be mopping up this area by extinguishing any remaining hot spots, turning over smoldering debris and stirring it with water.

On the northeast side, last night's successful firing operations in the grass are helping secure fire lines. Due to inaccessible areas and steep terrain, firing operations remain the safest and most effective strategy to remove fuels and prevent the spread of the fire. Today, firefighters will continue these firing operations along the northern edge, utilizing the dozer line, the Columbia River Highway State Trail, and rocky areas, tying it in with the fire that has already reached the trail, securing it all the way from east to west.  

Strategic firing operations are strengthening this line, which will increase smoke and may make flames visible. Once completed, this will reduce fuel and lower the risk of fire spread.

Fire Behavior

The fire shows low to moderate activity with creeping, smoldering and backing downslope toward containment lines. Mid-day, more smoke is expected in the area from the firing operations. 

Slight weather changes are anticipated, with temperatures in the upper 70s, lower relative humidity, and lighter winds. Fuels remain critically dry and receptive to burning.

Evacuations 

Existing Level 3, 2 and 1 evacuations on the east side remain in place. For updated information please follow https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff. The evacuation preparedness level remains at Level 1 on the west side, please follow https://www.facebook.com/hrcso. The Red Cross center is available at the Hood River Middle School for anyone needing a place to go.

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Actualización del Incendio Apache 26 de Julio de 2024

Teléfono del Incendio Apache: 213-631-5455 Horas: 8 a.m. - 8.p.m

Correo electrónico del Incendio Apache: 2024.apache@firenet.gov

Inicio del Incendio Apache: Martes, 23 de julio de 2024 a las 6:31 p.m.

Causa: Bajo investigación

Localización: Maricopa Highway y Apache Canyon Road, Valle de Cuyama, en el condado de Ventura

Tamaño en el momento de la actualización: 1,552 acres

Contención: 0%

Personal: 214

Detalles completos del incidente: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/calpf-apache-fire

El incendio Apache se inició el martes por la noche en una zona remota del condado de Ventura en el Bosque Nacional Los Padres. El incendio, que ardía en un cultivo de pasto anual que curaba por dos años, se propagó rápidamente el miércoles a medida que los vientos de las tormentas eléctricas cercanas impactaban la zona. El jueves, a pesar de las condiciones climáticas favorables para el crecimiento del fuego, el comportamiento del fuego se moderó y los equipos de bomberos apoyados por aeronaves pudieron recuperar el terreno perdido el día anterior.

Hoy se espera que los fuertes vientos desafíen a las cuadrillas de bomberos mientras se concentran en mejorar el progreso logrado ayer. Los bomberos están trabajando directamente en el borde del incendio cuando es posible, para contener el fuego en Apache Canyon utilizando buldócer, camiones y cuadrillas con herramientas manuales. También están preparando las áreas alrededor de las residencias evacuadas para protegerlas en caso de que el fuego continúe creciendo.

El incendio está ardiendo junto a Maricopa Highway (CA-33). La carretera permanece abierta. Se recomienda a los automovilistas que estén atentos a los bomberos y el equipo en el área. Verifique las condiciones de la carretera de Caltrans antes de conducir por el área.

El Equipo 2 de Gestión de Incidentes Interinstitucionales de California, un equipo de comando de incidentes del Servicio Forestal de los Estados Unidos ha sido asignado para gestionar el incendio y está bajo comando unificado con el Departamento de Bomberos del Condado de Ventura.

Pronóstico para el viernes: Hoy se espera un clima cálido y seco en la zona, con temperaturas entre los 95 y los 100 grados y una humedad relativa cercana a los 15 grados. Se pronostican ráfagas de viento por la tarde de hasta 28 mph en la zona, que podrían provocar un mayor avance del incendio.

Áreas de evacuación: La información actual sobre evacuaciones por incendio Apache se puede encontrar en https://www.vcemergency.com/. El estado de las evacuaciones puede cambiar durante el día. Se recomienda a los residentes del condado de Ventura que se registren para recibir notificaciones de emergencia de VCAlert.

Redes Sociales: 

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Ventura County Fire Department Facebook 

Ventura County Fire X  

Durkee, Cow Valley, and Bonita Fires Update for Friday, July 26, 2024

541-208-4371, staffed 7AM to 7PM PDT

2024.durkee@firenet.gov

DURKEE FIRE: Start date: July 17, 2024 | Location: 5 miles southwest of Durkee, OR | Personnel: 565 | OSFM Task Forces: 4 | Fire size: 288,690 acres | Cause: Lightning |Containment: 20%

Near critical fire weather conditions persist on the Durkee Fire.  20% containment was gained from Brogan to Dennis on Hwy 26 yesterday. Positive fire behavior effects from precipitation earlier in the week are no longer present in the forecast. Amidst unprecedented fire weather challenges, NW Team 6 is in unified command with the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM). Structural threat is diminishing and OSFM has been working with local partners to ensure they are in a good spot to reengage. 

The Durkee Fire is currently the largest fire in the nation. Sandwiched between the Cow Valley Fire footprint to the southwest and the Thompson Fire to the northeast, it is considered a megafire.  Megafires are large wildfires that grow to more than 100,000 acres.  Its perimeter is 169 miles, comparable to driving from the Oregon towns of Vale to Umatilla.

FIRE FRONT ACTIVITY BY QUADRANT

Burnt River, northern fire front: Firefighters are successfully holding the fire with a strategy of direct suppression. 

I-84 Corridor, eastern and southwestern flank: Fire is approaching the I-84 corridor north of Rye Valley. South of Lime, the fire is holding. Continuing to secure the cement plant and Shirttail Road are top priorities. 

Wide-spread structure mop up within a 100-foot perimeter is a focus for firefighters today. Heavy equipment will be utilized to protect power lines and other infrastructure. Firefighters are focused on attaining containment from Lockett Road around the southern tip of the Durkee Fire footprint to extend the southwest containment line.  

Bridgeport to Dark Canyon, northwest fire front: Dark Canyon is an area of concern due to heavier winds and drier conditions at high elevation and a shift in fuel type to more timber, as compared to Durkee Fire’s predominant fuels to date: grass, shrubs and sparse Juniper.

FIRE WEATHER FORECAST 

Today and for the next week, winds will be gusty and variable. In the afternoons, winds are expected to taper to 20mph gusts and come from the south/southeast. North to northwest 40mph gusts will rise into the evening and overnight. This pattern is expected for the next week. Although morning temperatures have dropped significantly, humidity recovery remains poor and only around 20 to 30 percent.

It was reported that blown dust and ash created near to zero visibility along HWY 26 last night. 

We continue to see extreme fire behavior that will be challenging. With burn periods projected for 22-24 hours a day, high elevation fuels in the NW quadrant of the Durkee Fire footprint are particularly dry and likely to burn with high rates of spread.

Aerial resources will be coordinated and prioritized between the Badland Complex, Durkee Fire and Vale BLM going forward due to state-wide fires and resource availability.

The Malheur County Sheriff’s Office and the Baker County Sheriff’s Office have issued evacuations for multiple areas through Durkee Fire timeline and some evacuation levels have diminished. Residents in Level 3 Evacuations “GO NOW”, should leave immediately. Residents should not return to their property until evacuation levels have been removed. Carry enough supplies to support you and your family for multiple days. A real time map of fire evacuations can be found at the State of Oregon Fire Dashboard. 

Weather and fire behavior could impact transportation, power transmission, cell service and other utilities. Monitor these resources for additional information.

• Oregon Department of Transportation - TripCheck.com
• Idaho Power - IdahoPower.com
• American Red Cross of Eastern Oregon and Idaho - https://www.redcross.org/local/idaho.html

The Durkee Fire is located west of Interstate 84 (I-84). The Thompson Fire, a convergence of lightning fires that started near Thompson Creek on July 22, is located east of I-84. Both have grown rapidly with the persistent high temperatures, strong winds, and extremely dry fuels. Although moderate fire behavior and weather conditions are expected today, be aware of the possibility of fire growth.

BURN BAN: A burn ban is currently in effect for all of Malheur County, including all BLM lands. For more information, visit https://www.malheurco.org/category/public-notices/.

TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTION: There is a temporary flight restriction over the Durkee Fire, please remember, if you fly we can’t! If a drone or other aircraft enters the air space, all firefighting aviation equipment will be grounded.

COW VALLEY FIRE: Start date: July 11, 2024 | Location: 9 miles east of Ironside, OR | Personnel: 0 | Fire size: 133,490 acres | Cause: Human caused |Containment: 99%

BONITA FIRE: Start date: July 11, 2024 | Location: 9 miles south east of Ironside, OR | Personnel: 0 | Fire size: 2,727 acres | Cause: Human caused |Containment: 90%

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