Monday's fire weather and fire behavior updates for the Watch and Buckhorn Fires as provided by Dan Pearson, Fire Behavior Analyst for Southwest Complex Incident Management Team 2. Available now on the San Carlos Apache Forest Resources Program - Forestry Facebook page!

Watch Fire and Buckhorn Fire Operational Update for Monday, July 15, 2024, provided by John McLaughlin, Plannings Operations Trainee for Southwest Area Incident Management Team 2.  Also available in Apache! As presented by Shelly Swift. 

Available now on the San Carlos Apache Forest Resources Program-Foresty Facebook page!

See attached below closure order documents for specific details.

Contención del Incendio Salt Creek Fire alcanza un 58%

EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Las escuadrillas de bomberos están trabajando en las actividades de reparación, tales como el disminuir la erosión del suelo y proteger la calidad del agua en el área del incendio. Sobre las cuestas abruptas se desplazarán barras de agua (zanjas) en las líneas de control y sobre las carreteras con el objetivo de desviar la corriente de agua hacia las áreas con vegetación y de esta manera evitar alteraciones en el terreno. Los bomberos iniciaron la dispersión de las bermas hechas de tierra desplazadas desde la construcción de la línea de fuego. La eliminación de las bermas permite el drenaje natural del agua.

El día de hoy entra en vigor un aviso de bandera roja debido a la gran cantidad de rayos y tormentas eléctricas ocurriendo de manera aislada en toda la región. El material de combustión seco y los vientos fuertes y erráticos podrían causar un rápido crecimiento en cualquier brote nuevo de incendio. Los recursos del Salt Creek Fire están listos para apoyar el ataque inicial de cualquier ignición que se pudiera dar en el área.

El incendio cuenta con más de 1,000 efectivos, entre los que se incluyen 41 escuadrillas de 20 personas, 30 camiones de bomberos, 19 camiones cisterna, 7 taladoras y 7 buldóceres. Los recursos que fueron desmovilizados anteriormente podrán regresar a sus bases o ser reasignados a otros incidentes en todo el estado.

Por razones de seguridad, BLM del Distrito de Medford ha cerrado temporalmente las tierras gestionadas por esta agencia en el área afectada. Para más información: https://www.blm.gov/orwafire 

Permanece en efecto el Nivel 1, "PREPARESE", de aviso de evacuación emitidos por la Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Jackson y Gestión de Emergencias. Más información sobre evacuaciones en:  https://protect.genasys.com/

El Nivel de Peligro de Incendio es “EXTREMO”. Siga las ordenes de restricción de incendios para prevenir nuevos brotes. Mas información:

• Distrito del Suroeste de Oregon ODF: https://swofire.com/ 
• La Página de Alertas y Noticias de RRSNF  www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/rogue-siskiyou/alerts-notices  y la página principal web www.fs.usda.gov/rogue-siskiyou 
• La página para el Manejo de Incendios de BLM OR/WA: www.blm.gov/orwafie

El Incendio Salt Creek está localizado 10 millas al Este de Eagle Point y fue inicialmente reportado el domingo, 7 de Julio, justo después de las 4 de la tarde. La causa del incendio se encuentra bajo investigación.

Shoofly Fire 

Acreage: 101 acres                                                                                                                        

Containment: 56%

Cause: Undetermined                                                                                                                  

Personnel: 78

Leavenworth, WA – The Shoofly Fire located on the Wenatchee River Ranger District, roughly 25 miles west of Lake Wenatchee, WA is staying within its current footprint on the southeast slope of Shoofly Mountain in steep terrain of an old burn scar. Fire behavior has been minimal, and the fire is being held in place by a combination of firefighting efforts and favorable fuel conditions. Crews will continue to secure the fire perimeter using full-suppression tactics that minimize ecosystem impacts, supported by aircraft operations.

Due to the hazardous terrain and the presence of many dead-standing trees in the old burn scar, risk mitigation and firefighter safety are of utmost importance. Firefighters and fellers are working to reduce the risk of falling trees by felling them in work areas. Helicopters have been dropping buckets of water on hotspots to cool them down, allowing firefighters to work safely on the ground. Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) were utilized to detect hotspots, further reducing the risk to firefighters by limiting exposure in rough terrain areas that are not experiencing heat. 

These combined efforts have allowed firefighters to make significant progress in gaining containment on the northern edge of the fire. This area will be monitored and patrolled over the coming days. The terrain in the southeast portion of the fire remains challenging. Crews continue to work safely in these difficult areas as conditions allow. Fire managers will meet today to assess current incident complexity and needs. As work progresses, excess food and supplies are being redirected to support the local community cupboard.

Trail and Road Closures: A closure order remains in place for the affected area. See posted Closure Order: 06-17-07-24-11 or visit the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Closure Order Webpage for more information. The Pacific Crest Trail is open and not threatened at this time but is located about 2 miles west of the fire. Recreationists are asked to avoid this area to allow firefighters to work safely, and follow the updates campfire and personal use restrictions, which have been upgraded to Stage 1.

Wildfire Smoke Preparedness: Go to https://wasmoke.blogspot.com for tips on what you can do to prepare for smoky conditions. The page is a partnership between state, county, and federal agencies, and Tribes. We coordinate to collectively share information for Washington communities affected by wildfire smoke.

Shoofly Fire Inciweb Page: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/waowf-shoofly

Salt Creek Fire containment increases to 58%

EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Containment increased to 58% on the Salt Creek Fire as firefighters continue mop up. The northern portion of the fire has 300 feet of cold black adjacent to the fireline in most areas, and crews are beginning to remove hose and other equipment from the fire while patrolling and monitoring the fire. Firefighters in other areas of the fire continue to locate hot spots and mop up fuels, like burning roots and down material. 

Crews are conducting repair activities, such as minimizing soil erosion and protecting water quality, across the fire area. On steep slopes, water bars will be placed on control lines and roads to divert water to areas with natural vegetation, minimizing soil disturbance. Crews began dispersing berms made from soil displaced from fireline construction. Removing berms allows for natural water drainage.

A red flag warning is in effect today for abundant lightning and isolated to scattered thunderstorms across the region. Dry fuels and strong, erratic winds could cause rapid growth for any new fires. Resources from the Salt Creek Fire are ready to support initial attack for any new starts.

More than 1,000 personnel are assigned to the fire, including 41 20-person crews, 30 engines, 19 water tenders, seven tree fallers and seven dozers. Released resources may return to their home units or reassigned to other incidents across the state.

BLM Medford District has temporarily closed BLM-managed lands in the area for safety. For more info go to: https://www.blm.gov/orwafire

Level 1, “BE READY,” evacuation notices issued by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management remain in effect. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/

The current fire danger level is extreme; follow all fire restrictions to help prevent fires. Learn more at:

• The ODF Southwest Oregon District: https://swofire.com/ 
• The RRSNF Alerts and Notices page www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/rogue-siskiyou/alerts-notices  and website homepage www.fs.usda.gov/rogue-siskiyou 
• The BLM OR/WA Fire Management Page: www.blm.gov/orwafire

The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation. 

Fecha de inicio: 8 de junio, 2024

Ubicación: 31 millas al noroeste de Chelan, WA

Contención:  14%

Tamaño del incendio: 18,731 acres  

Causa: Causado por personas, bajo investigación

Personal total: 786

La Oficina del sheriff del condado de Chelan ha emitido un Aviso de Evacuación de nivel 1 para el área de Stehekin. Esto aplica al área de Lake Chelan, lago arriba desde Hazard Creek hasta la estación de guardabosques de High Bridge.

El incendio Pioneer arde en una zona montañosa y aislada en el Bosque Nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee, cerca de Lake Chelan. Aunque gran parte del incendio está en el área de Lake Chelan y el área de naturaleza Sawtooth, los bomberos están utilizando una extinción completa para proteger los valores en riesgo, la vida y la propiedad, al mismo tiempo que mantienen siempre la seguridad de los bomberos y del público como objetivo principal.Las comunidades de Chelan, Manson y Stehekin están abiertas y siguen recibiendo visitantes. 

Ayer por la noche, las cuadrillas de bomberos trabajaron en un derrame de 1.5 acres hacia la ladera norte de Fish Creek. Por la mañana helicópteros vertieron agua, pero a medida que empeoró la actividad del fuego, iniciaron varios focos de calor desague arriba cerca del sendero Dan's Camp. En ese momento, las tripulaciones tuvieron que retirarse e irse a un lugar seguro. El incendio ahora está sólidamente establecido en ambos lados de Fish Creek, lo que llevó a la Oficina del sheriff del condado de Chelan a emitir el aviso de evacuación de nivel 1 para el área de Stehekin.

En el área del fuego cerca de Round Point y Moore Point se están usando las operaciones de quema de protección. Han sido muy exitosas las operaciones recientes para eliminar los combustibles entre las estructuras y el incendio y se está pensando en realizar planes según sea necesario para proteger los hogares y la infraestructura. Se están colocando mangueras, rociadores y líneas divisorias de combustible junto con las operaciones de quema para mejorar la protección de estructuras y comunidades. Ninguna estructura ha sido destruída.

El Departamento de Recursos Naturales de WA está ofreciendo un recurso a los terratenientes, "Asistencia financiera para la resistencia a los incendios y la salud forestal". Pueden ver los detalles en: https://tinyurl.com/3d3p3vmh.

CLIMA Y HUMO: La cresta de alta presión, que está causando temperaturas por encima del promedio junto con baja humedad, desaparecerá del área el martes. El pronóstico de la calidad del aire se puede ver en https://bit.ly/PioneerFireSmoke. Obtenga más información sobre el humo en smokeready.org. El jefe de bomberos emitió clasificaciones y restricciones de peligro de incendio; Consulte https://t.ly/WLBds para obtener más información

EVACUACIONES Y CIERRES: Permanecen vigentes los niveles de evacuación de nivel 1, 2 y 3 alrededor del incendio Pioneer; Visite https://t.ly/QoH9w para obtener más información. El Bosque Nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee tiene en marcha una orden de cierre para gran parte de la zona del incendio. Los detalles y mapas están disponibles en: https://bit.ly/PioneerClosure.  Una restricción temporal de vuelo está en marcha sobre el incendio: https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_4_6779.html

After a successful day of operations on the Yeso Fire’s edge, Carson National Forest fire crews will today evaluate interior areas, chip fuels along roads and may conduct limited firing operations if needed. The fire stands at 300 acres with no containment. 

Crews yesterday completed blackline around the entire fire’s perimeter. Blacklining is pre-burning fuels along the control line, which are primarily roads for this wildfire.  

The area remains open, including the Continental Divide National Scenic Trail and Forest Service roads. The driving public is asked to keep speeds down while around fire personnel and equipment. 

The lightning-caused Yeso Fire was first reported on July 9. For safety, crews are using a less aggressive strategy to indirectly contain the fire along existing roads while it provides ecosystem benefits within the interior. 

“The fire effects are looking good so far,” said District Ranger Angie Krall. “This work will tie in nicely with the nearby Canjilon Wildland Urban Interface Project.” 

That project to reduce the risk of wildfire around the village of Canjilon has been in the works since 2011. The Yeso Fire is near the project’s south side, where fire managers are planning to continue prescribed fire operations this fall. 

An overview of the Yeso Fire suppression strategy and area fire ecology is available on the Carson National Forest website. 

Public information officers are updating InciWeb and can be reached at 505-216-6793. 

Video Update: https://fb.watch/tlmYWFMW2O/ 

Deadman, Anderson, McGhee, Prairie, Hackley and Four-Mile Fires  

Bureau of Land Management Montana-Dakotas State Office 

Montana Dept. Of Natural Resources and Conservation

Fire Information 406-924-3831  2024.Deadman@firenet.gov 

www.facebook.com/RosebudCountyDisasterAndEmergencyServices 

July 15, 2024 

Northern Rockies Team 3, Incident Commander Mike Behrens  

Location:  17 miles south of Birney, Montana and north of Tongue River Reservoir in Rosebud and Big Horn Counties 

Start Date: 7/12 and 7/13/2024 

Cause: Lightning    

Size: 22,208 estimated combined total acres  

Completion/Containment: 0  

KEY MESSAGE   

Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 3, Incident Commander Mike Behrens, took command of these fires at 6:00 AM today. 

Numerous fires were ignited in southeast Montana by dry lightning on July 12 and 13. Team 3 will manage several of these fires. The Deadman Fire and the Anderson Fire burned together on Sunday, reaching an estimated combined 15,294 acres. The combined Deadman/Anderson fires will be referred to as Deadman.  

CURRENT STATUS  

Landowners, ranchers, local fire departments, and state and federal land agencies have worked incredibly hard the past several days fighting these fires and have made significant progress. Crews and landowners have been building miles of fire lines and conducting burnout operations to gain ground. Last night, the McGhee Fire pushed northwest towards Birney. Today, the Flathead Interagency Hotshot Crew and other resources will be working to connect pieces of fire line to secure that part of the fire. The prevailing wind direction today should help. The team is assessing needs, developing a plan, and ordering resources, although as fire season picks up in Montana, resources will begin to be stretched.  

WEATHER AND FIRE BEHAVIOR 

Fuel moistures are low, making fire behavior erratic even without strong winds. Fire continues to carry in the grass and mixed shrubs, even overnight. Spotting may be an issue throughout the day, especially as winds increase. Hot and dry conditions are expected into the foreseeable future.  

CLOSURES AND SPECIAL MESSAGES 

An evacuation warning remains in place for residents along the Tongue River Road from the Tongue River Bridge at Wall Creek to the southern Rosebud County line.  Specific closure information and maps on the Rosebud and/or Big Horn County Facebook Pages.    

Pursuant to 16 USC § 551 and 36 CFR § 261.50(a) and (b), and to provide for public safety, the following acts are prohibited within the Wenatchee River Ranger District of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. 

This Order is effective July 11, 2024 and will remain in effect through October 31, 2024 unless rescinded sooner.

PROHIBITIONS:

1. Entering or being upon National Forest System Lands closed for the protection of public health and safety, as described below, and displayed on the attached map, Exhibit A [36 CFR § 261.53 (e)].
2. Being on a National Forest System Trail, as described below and displayed on the attached map, Exhibit A [36 CFR § 261.55 (a)].

3. Being on a National Forest System Road as described below and displayed on the attached map, Exhibit A [36 CFR § 261.54 (e)].

   See attached closure order and map below for more information.