Lake Fire Incident Update July 22, 2024

Lake Fire Phone: 213-631-5455 Hours: 8 a.m. – 8.p.m

Lake Fire Email: 2024.lake@firenet.gov

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: 1,614

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

 Firefighters will continue to seek out and extinguish hot spots within the perimeter of the Lake Fire today.  Most of the heat has been located in islands of unburned vegetation. Fire crews have been busy extinguishing these hot spots with support from helicopters. Fire behavior within these islands may increase later this week as temperatures rise and vegetation dries out. 

Firefighters have begun the task back hauling equipment used to protect structures in the area away from the immediate perimeter of the burn. Besides removing hose lines and pump systems around structures, the fire resistant wrap used to protect the historic Manzana Schoolhouse and Dabney Cabin will be removed.

Contingency lines were constructed ahead of the fire as a precautionary measure in the event the fire escaped primary control lines. Firefighters are constructing water bars and taking other measures along these lines to reduce the potential of erosion during the winter rains.

Forecast for Monday: Persistent warmer and drier conditions continue with highs in the mid-90s to near 100 degrees mid-week. An excessive heat warning is in effect until 10 p.m. Thursday.

Donations: We appreciate the outpouring of support from the community. We ask that donations or volunteer efforts be directed to local food banks to assist the community. Lake Fire Incident Command posts cannot accept donations.

Lake Fire Area Closure: Some roads and trails within the Los Padres National Forest are closed. Refer to the Closure Order & Closure Order Map by 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 This closure will remain in effect until August 18, 2024, or until revised or rescinded. 

Smoke: The Santa Barbara County Public Health Department and the Santa Barbara County Air Pollution Control District (APCD) have lifted the Air Quality Alert in the Santa Ynez Valley. The Air Quality Watch will remain in place countywide, and air quality conditions are forecasted to be good to moderate throughout the county.

Evacuation Areas: The Santa Barbara County Sheriff has reduced some evacuation orders and warnings.  See the most recent updates: https://www.readysbc.org/4275/Lake-Fire-Incident---July-2024. Register for emergency alerts at ReadySBC.org. 

Road Closures: Visit the County Road Closure Map for details. 

• Happy Canyon Road at the Forest Service Boundary.
• Figueroa Mountain just north of Midland School.
• Forest Route 10N06.
• Zaca Lake Road east of Foxen Canyon Road.

Morning Update

Date: 7-22-2024 Time: 8:00 am

Size: 330 acres                                                                 Start Date & Time: 7-19-24 3:23 pm

Containment: 45%                                                             Cause: Under Investigation

Total Personnel: 190                                                         Location: Heaton Flats (near East Fork Rd)

Firefighter Injuries: 2                                                        Structures Threatened: 0                                             

Current Situation:

Overnight, crews worked on extinguishing hotspots within the fire perimeter. Today, firefighters will continue to improve the fireline expecting to increase containment. A heat advisory is in effect until Thursday night. Temperatures potentially could rise to 110 degrees reaching 102 degrees and low relative humidity between 10% and 20%. Winds are expected to gust up to 25-40 MPH through Thursday.

This will be the last daily update for the Fork Fire. To stay up to date with current wildfire information, follow the Angeles National Forest:  

• Website: fs.usda.gov/angeles
• Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/angelesnationalforest 
• X (formally known as Twitter): https://x.com/Angeles_NF 
• InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/caanf-fork-fire

Closures:

• The San Gabriel Canyon and East Fork remains closed to all forest visitors. 
• Highway 39
• East Fork Road
• Glendora Ridge Road
• Glendora Mountain Road

Fire Restriction:

The current fire danger level on Angeles National Forest is HIGH. "Know Before You Go" – always check fire restrictions before each and every visit, as restrictions can change at any time with little to no notice: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/angeles/home/?cid=FSBDEV3_02772 

LONE ROCK FIRE UPDATE July 22, 2024

Location: Lonerock, Oregon to west of Hwy 207 | Size: 124,556 acres | Containment: 40% Cause: Under Investigation 

Start Date: July 13, 2024 | Total Personnel: 834

InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orprd-lone-rock-fire 

Fire Information Line: 541-208-4369 

Email: 2024.0404rvlonerock@firenet.gov

Condon, Oregon — The Lone Rock Fire is being managed under a full suppression strategy by the unified command of the Northwest (NW) Team 2 and Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Red Team.

Yesterday’s Activities: An upper-level weather system moved over the fire late yesterday morning bringing high based showers and isolated thunderstorms. Cloud cover and smoke from area fires kept temperatures down with afternoon temperatures generally in the upper 80s. As a result of cooler temperatures and increased cloud cover, firefighters had an advantage in securing portions on the south end of the Lone Rock Fire. Crews were able to directly engage the fire on the eastern edge of the fire from Brown Cabin Spring towards Forest Service Road (FSR) 21. Crews working south of FSR 21 worked along the edge of the fire from FSR 21 to the south using a combination of direct and indirect fireline construction. In the southwestern portion of the fire, firefighters were working in coordination with the Rangeland Fire Protection Association (RFPA) to construct indirect line with the possibility of initiating firing operations, as conditions allow, from HWY 19 north to existing containment line in the northern portion of the fire.

Task forces continued their focus on protecting structures on the southern edge of the fire, working from a new forward operating base established in Spray, Ore. Additional resources were also positioned north of the town working with hotshot crews on strategic firing operations to establish a line east of Notch Road, allowing crews to anchor down to HWY 19.

The existing 40 percent containment around the Lone Rock Fire remains secure. Crews continue to patrol the entire northern portion of the fire and the community of Lonerock, Ore.

There was a new lightning-caused wildfire detected within the incident management team’s response area late yesterday. Firefighters responded to the new start and were able to contain the single tree lighting strike fire.

Working north from HWY 207 near Alder Creek, firefighters may have opportunities to complete firing operations along indirect lines towards the existing containment area on the west side of the Lone Rock Fire.

The 12 structural task forces assigned to the Lone Rock Fire will continue to their mission of point protection around structures, providing critical community protection.

Today’s Activities: Crews plan to secure indirect line with firing operations. These types of burning operations are strategically planned to consume fuels in a controlled manner, making fuels unavailable to a growing wildfire. Preparations for these operations have been made on the east side of the fire near Forest Road 21 and near the junction of Alder Creek Road and Highway 19.

Firefighters will be working directly on the fire edge from existing containment near Burton Hill south all the way to the Umatilla National Forest Boundary at FSR 21. From FSR 21 to the south, crews will continue to work directly

along the fire edge to improve containment features all the way to the west of Spray, Ore.

Evacuations:

• Level-3 Evacuations – GO NOW! Level-3 Evacuate immediately for the following areas:

o Gilliam County: residences South of Lonerock. For more information on evacuations, visit Gilliam County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.

o Wheeler County: HWY 19 at Rowe Creek Road, south on Rowe Creek Road to Twickenham Bridge, to HWY 19 at Girds Creek, east to the county line, north of the county line to Morrow County

line, west on the northern county line, south through the Kinzua area, south back to Rowe Creek

Road. For more information on evacuations, visit Wheeler County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page. o Morrow County: from the West County Line along Buttermilk Canyon to HWY 207, Mile Post 10 south

of Hardman to the south Morrow County line. The Red Cross will be setting up a temporary shelter at the Heppner Elementary School. For more information on evacuations, visit Morrow County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.

• Level-2 Emergency Alert – GET SET! Level-2 Be set to evacuate at a moment’s notice for the following areas:

o Gilliam County: residences north of Lonerock. For more information on evacuations, visit Gilliam County Sheriff's Office Facebook page.

o Wheeler County: HWY19/Rowe Creek to Twickenham then Girds Creek/HWY 207 S, south on HWY 207 to Cherry Lane west to the Grant County line. For more information on evacuations, visit Wheeler County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page

Shelters:

• An evacuation center has been set up at the Wheeler High School (600 E B Street, Fossil, Ore.). A large animal shelter is available at the County Fairgrounds (720 E 3rd Street in Fossil, Ore.).

• The Red Cross will be setting up a temporary shelter at the Heppner Elementary School.

Closures:

• OR-19 is closed between milepost 78.7 to milepost 95.2. Highway 207 from OHV Park to the junction of Highway 207 and Highway 19 is closed for firefighting operations. For update road closure information, visit https://www.tripcheck.com/.
• Umatilla National Forest Order Number 06-14-02-24-01 affects all National Forest System lands, trails, and roads that lay within the Proclamation Boundaries of the Umatilla National Forest and reside within Wheeler County.
• Umatilla National Forest Order Number 06-14-02-24-02 includes prohibitions within the Heppner Ranger District on the Umatilla National Forest.

• Bureau of Land Management Prineville District Office issued an Emergency Public Land Closure on BLM- managed lands along the main stem John Day River from Kimberly, Ore. To Dale, Ore.; and along the North Fork John Day River from Kimberly, Ore. to Dale, Ore.

   

Weather: A marine push will bring higher relative humidity values to the fire area today, with temperatures in the upper 80s to low 90s this afternoon. Winds will be breezy out of the northwest on Monday with gusts up to 25 mph on ridges in the afternoon. Drier air is expected to return on Tuesday before the return of a dry, cold front passage on Wednesday.

Smoke Information: Visit https://fire.airnow.gov/ for local air quality information.

Flight Restrictions: A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place above the Lone Rock Fire area. If you fly, we can’t. Unauthorized drone flights (UAS) pose serious risks to firefighter and public safety and the effectiveness of wildfire suppression operations. Aerial firefighting is suspended when unauthorized UAS are in the area, allowing wildfires to grow larger.

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Acres: 11,162 
Start Date: July 11, 2024 
Location: South of Roosevelt Lake on the edge of the Superstition Wilderness 
Cause: Lightning 
Personnel: 332
Fuels: Tall Grass and Brush 
Containment: 85%
Resources:  2 Crews | 10 Engines | 1 Helicopters | 2 Bulldozers | 3 Water Tenders

Highlights: This will be the final update on the Black Fire unless there are significant changes in fire activity. Southwest Complex Incident Management Team 3 will transfer command of the Black Fire to a Type 4 organization comprised of local agency personnel at 7 a.m. Tuesday morning. Southwest Complex Incident Management Team would like to extend its gratitude to the communities affected and the cooperating agencies who have been instrumental in the success of this incident.

For Black Fire information after July 22, please contact Amanda Oliver at (530) 260-6322 or amanda.oliver@usda.gov.

Tonto National Monument plans on opening the visitors center with normal summer hours on Wednesday, July 17.

Operations: Firefighters are nearing completion of the suppression repair work and road mending.  The repair work on Forest Road 341 on the west flank of the fire from the wilderness boundary to State Route 188 has been completed. By the end of the week, the repair work along the east flat on Forest Road 1457 south to the Black Brush Ranch will be completed as well.  Patrolling and securing the perimeter of the fire will continue for the next several weeks as interior fuels may continue to smolder. One crew, five engines and two helicopters will remain assigned to the incident. As a reminder, residents near the Black Fire area need to utilize caution while driving on roads as firefighters continue to work in and around the fire area. 

Fire Restrictions:  The Tonto National Forest remains in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions.  Fire restrictions are used to limit certain activities on public lands during periods of extreme fire risk.  Know before you go before you visit our national forests or public lands.  Check on current fire restrictions at:  WildlandFire.az.gov

Weather:  Thunderstorm chances will remain in the forecast for much of the week and will generally remain over the higher terrain. Showers and thunderstorms will be hit or miss over the fire, but daily outflow winds will remain a concern each day. High temperatures will range from 100 to 105 degrees with afternoon relative humidity dropping into the lower to mid-20s.

Smoke: Individuals who are sensitive to smoke or have conditions aggravated by smoke are encouraged to take precautionary measures. An interactive smoke map at https://fire.airnow.gov/  allows you to zoom into your area to see the latest smoke conditions. 

Closures: The Tonto National Forest has issued a closure for land surrounding the Black Fire. 03-12-00-24-31_Black Fire_Closure_Order. Additionally, the Tonto National Monument is closed. National Park Service Alerts.

Evacuations: For current evacuation information please call Gila County Emergency Management at 928-910-4009 EXT 1 or visit the Gila County Government Facebook page at -  https://www.facebook.com/gilacountygovernment/

Safety: The health and safety of firefighters and the public are always the highest priority. Please avoid the area while crews conduct fire suppression operations. Citizens are urged to sign up for the Gila and Maricopa County Emergency Notification System. To learn more about the Arizona Emergency Information Network visit: https://ein.az.gov/ready-set-go.  

SUMMARY: Pursuant to 43 CFR 8364, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) hereby provides notice that effective immediately, the public lands described below are closed to all forms of public access. This action is in response to a fire currently active in the area. The BLM is closing public lands to reduce conflicts with emergency crews and allow for fire suppression and to ensure public safety, land health, and resource integrity. 

AFFECTED AREA: The following BLM-managed lands in Wheeler and Grant Counties are affect by this closure: All BLM-administered lands along the main stem John Day River corridor from Service Creek to Kimberly, OR. All BLM administered lands along the North Fork John Day River from Kimberly, OR to Dale, OR. 

DATES: This closure is effective immediately and will remain in effect until such time as conditions allow for safe use of the public lands.

Fire

The Acorn and Packsaddle fires saw minimal growth yesterday, while the Long and Trout remain the most active of the SQF Lightning Fires. Expected fire behavior includes group torching, spotting, and uphill runs. Tactical firing operations are planned on the Trout fire today to secure holding lines. Additional information can be found here SQF Lightning Fires Inciweb

Smoke

Yesterday, smoke generally tracked to the NW and impacted foothill communities causing MODERATE conditions on the westside. Today, tactical firing operations are planned on the NW side of the Trout fire to secure holding lines and reduce rate of fire spread. Expect similar smoke transport with westside communities seeing MODERATE to USG conditions. The Owens Valley should see generally GOOD to MODERATE conditions by early afternoon, with conditions improving the farther north you go. Smoke will again pool overnight and should begin to lift by early afternoon.

Buckhorn Fire: 1,006 acres 

Start Date: July 10, 2024

Cause:  Suspected lightning

Fuels: Timber, Brush, Understory

Containment: 51% 

Resources: 173

Location: Malay Gap Area, San Carlos Reservation

Update: Monday, July 22, 2024

Buckhorn Fire Reaches 51% Containment

Overview: Firefighters had productive day on the Buckhorn Fire. Although the workday was shortened by heavy rain and thunderstorms, crews were able to complete a section of handline near Bull Ridge. The section will connect two previously constructed dozer lines and complete the containment perimeter on the northeastern edge of the fire. Crews were also able to complete the removal of brush along the 2030 Road. Today, firefighters will be patrolling and monitoring the fire. With the recent rain, Central West Zone Incident Management Team will begin releasing resources working on the Buckhorn Fire. This will allow crews to be redeployed to other fires in the area.

Weather: Yesterday brought substantial rainfall to the Buckhorn Fire. Today is expected to show a similar pattern with storms forming in the northwest and moving to the south. The storms could bring winds gusts of up to 45 mph and heavy rains. Outside of the storm fronts, southerly winds of 5-10 mph are expected.

Reminder: Stage 1 Fire Restrictions remain in place on the San Carlos Apache Reservation. This restriction is for the protection of public health, safety, property, and natural resources. No burn permits will be issued at this time. For more information call Fire Prevention (928) 475-2326 Ext: 352, 321 or (928) 961-0515 or email wsteele@forestry.scat-nsn.gov 

Closures: There is an area closure in place around the Buckhorn Fire. Closures are being adjusted based on fire activity for public and firefighter safety. Please monitor the San Carlos Apache Tribe Facebook Page for updated information. (Link Below)

Smoke: Smoke-sensitive individuals and people with respiratory problems or heart disease are encouraged to take precautionary measures. Air quality information is available at https://www.airnow.gov/

Fire Information: 928-588-4033 from 8 A.M. to 8 P.M. –2024.buckhorn@firenet.Gov

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

Inciweb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/azsca-buckhorn-fire

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Smoke Outlook Eastern Oregon 7/22 and 7/23

Special Statement

A Heat Advisory will continue to be in effect as temperatures are expected to be at or above 100 degrees. An Air Quality Alert has been issued by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality for Harney and Malheur Counties until this afternoon.

Fire

There are multiple fires effecting the forecast area. The Falls Fire is currently 132,951 acres and is 16% contained. The Lone Rock Fire is 116,563 acres and is 40% contained. The Durkee Fire is 143,220 acres and the Battle Mountain Complex is 6,408 acres. Hot, dry conditions will continue to result in active fire and continued smoke production.

Smoke

Smoke from multiple fires will continue to impact the area. Yesterday, thunderstorms occurred and produced gusty winds that had a significant impact on air quality. Similar conditions are possible today. In the evening, a wind shift is expected, with winds turning to the west-northwest. This will bring more smoke towards areas east and southeast of the fires, with Burns expected to have VERY UNHEALTHY air quality, and John Day and Baker City expected to have UNHEALTHY conditions. Air quality in La Grande and Ontario is expected to be UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS. Similar conditions are expected on Tuesday, as fires remain active and hot and dry conditions continue.

Incident Commander J. Willoughby
Location:  southeast of Butte, MT between Interstate 90 and Highway 2
Start Date: 7/19/2024 
Cause: Undetermined
Size: estimated at 68 acres 
Resources on Site:  3 engines, 1 helicopter, 3 type 1 “hotshot” hand crews, 4 type 2 hand crews
Total Personnel Assigned:  159

KEY MESSAGES:  
The Butte-Silver Bow Law Enforcement Department has issued an evacuation warning for Blacktail Canyon Road southeast of Homestake Road, Homestake Road east of Blacktail Canyon Road and Passmore Canyon. This warning means residents should be prepared to evacuate but are not yet under an evacuation order.

CURRENT STATUS/PLANNED ACTIONS: 
The fire stayed within its current footprint again yesterday.

Three “hotshot” crews began construction of direct fireline (immediately adjacent to the fire’s edge) by removing fuels and mitigating “snag” hazards, starting at the southwest corner of the fire in the Beaver Pond Meadows area and progressing northerly along both flanks or sides of the fire. Additional crews assisted with fireline construction by mid-day, bringing the total number of crews to five. These crews will “spike out” or camp near the fire to decrease travel time back and forth, maximizing efficiency and increasing firefighter safety. Helicopters will supply the firefighters with food and water through aerial delivery of “sling loads” attached to the bottom of the helicopter with a lead line and swivel.

The interior of the fire continues to burn in large amounts of dead and down lodgepole pine trees, posing additional hazards and affecting on-the-ground progress. Ensuring firefighter safety and protecting life and property are of the utmost importance during any incident.

Working in cooperation with the Butte-Silver Bow officials, fire managers have identified and prioritized critical values at risk, focusing available resources and current efforts on the protection of the private structures in the Blacktail Canyon, Homestake Road and Passmore Canyon areas. (Local Fire Department engines have provided structure assessments.)

WEATHER AND FIRE BEHAVIOR
Fire behavior was moderate yesterday, with single tree torching, smoldering, and creeping observed, despite the hot and dry conditions. Smoke from the fire may be visible from numerous areas around Butte. East/northeast winds will continue today, with an increased chance of thunderstorms and associated gusty, erratic winds. Hot and dry conditions continue through Wednesday, with isolated thunderstorms. Increased winds and showers enter the area, as the ridge of high pressure breaks down on Thursday.
 

Location:    Siskiyou County, CA                                                                  Start Date:    Wednesday July 3, 2024 at 1:27 PM
Size:    15,477 acres                                                                                    Percent Contained:    48%
Cause:    Under Investigation                                                                       Personnel:    2,234
 

CURRENT SITUATION:

Little to no growth is anticipated within the Shelly Fire’s current perimeter. Though fuels continue to smolder in isolated areas around Kidder Creek and the area north of Babs Lake, these pose little threat to control lines. 

Shelly Fire operations will begin reducing the footprint of personnel and equipment and transition into fire suppression repair.

While these efforts continue, drivers in the area should remain alert for fire personnel and heavy equipment on or near the roadways.

WEATHER:

A warming trend will begin today and continue until a weak trough on Wednesday brings the potential for isolated thunderstorms.

EVACUATIONS:

For current evacuation status, visit www.facebook.com/SiskiyouCountySheriff and www.facebook.com/SiskiyouCountyOES. Additional evacuation information and a map can be found on the Genasys site at https://protect.genasys.com/search?z=14&latlon=41.550694%2C-122.905589.

SHELTERS:

RV Dry Camping/Parking West Webb St. and Hoag St. in Montague

Please note, at this time, there are no extra services (sewage/water/power hookups). This is currently set up for DRY camping.

Animal shelters are available at the following location(s) for those who have pets and animals displaced due to the Shelly Fire:

Dog Evacuation Shelter:

Rescue Ranch Yreka, 2216 East Oberlin Road, Yreka CA 96097

Contact: John Golay 541-698-7526

Livestock Animal Evacuation Shelter (horses, pigs, sheep, goats, birds):

Siskiyou Golden Fair, 1712 Fairlane Road, Yreka, CA 96097

Contact: Tom Taylor 530-340-1038

Cat Evacuation Shelter:

Siskiyou Golden Fair - Armory Building, 1712 Fairlane Road, Yreka, CA 96097

Contact: Becca 530-340-0656

CLOSURES:

An official forest closure around the Shelly Fire went into effect on July 4th. Hikers are not permitted and will be asked to leave the area. For details and a map of the closure area, please visit:

https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1187463.pdf. 

FIRE RESTRICTIONS:

Forest fire restrictions are currently in effect. Campfires and stove fires are restricted to those developed areas listed in the forest order at https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices/?aid=88596. Smoking, welding, and operating an internal combustion engine also have restrictions in place. 

Pacific Crest Trail Information: https://www.pcta.org/discover-the-trail/closures