Buckhorn Fire: 161 acres 

Start Date: July 11, 2024

Cause: Suspected lightning

Fuels:  Timber, Brush, Understory

Containment:  0%

Resources: 48

Location: San Carlos Apache Lands

Weather and Terrain Posing Challenges on Buckhorn Fire

Overview: Outflow winds and rugged terrain are posing challenges on the Buckhorn Fire, which is burning west of BS Gap, north of Buckhorn Tanks along the Black River on the San Carlos Apache Reservation near the Fort Apache Reservation.  The winds had pushed the fire across Skyline Ridge westward into an area that is extremely steep and inaccessible to crews. The fire also pushed south to the 2034 Road. Firefighters opted to go with an “indirect attack” strategy, to allows crews to construct fire containment lines safely in areas that are not as steep, to provide the greatest potential to halt the fire’s spread. Firefighters are working to clear vegetation along the 2034 Road to help slow the fire’s forward movement and hold it between the Black River and the existing road systems. Dozers and a grader will be working to help build containment lines where the terrain allows.

Weather: Yesterday, storm cells began to develop around the Buckhorn Fire in the late afternoon. These storms resulted in lightning and outflow winds gusting to 60 mph for several hours. Today, temperatures are expected to be between 83-86 degrees with west/northwest winds 5-7 mph, gusting to 15 mph. Chance of rain is about 65 percent.

Safety: Please do not fly drones anywhere near the fire. Drones may endanger firefighting aircraft. If you fly, we can’t.

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. 

Pius Fire Containment at 77%; Fire Transitioning Back to Forest 

Acres: 1,999 acres  

Start Date: 07/08/24 

Location: 20 miles NE of Payson, AZ  

Personnel: 257 

Containment: 77%  

Fuels: Timber 

Resources:      1 IA Crew & 1 Type 2 Crew | 2 Helicopters | 11 Engines | 6 Water Tenders | 2 Dozers  

Highlights: The Southwest Area Incident Management Team will be transitioning management of the Pius Fire back to the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests Wednesday following increased containment on the fire. The public is asked to continue adhering to all posted orders and closures for safety. This will be the final update for the Pius Fire unless significant activity occurs. 

Fire Activity: The southern portion of the Pius Fire received nearly half an inch of precipitation Sunday, and minimal smoldering was observed within the northern half of the fire perimeter. Fire crews and equipment will continue to perform mop up operations and suppression repairs as needed in and around the fire area. Small pockets of fuel well within the interior may continue to burn and produce minimal smoke. The public is asked to use caution when driving in the area to ensure the safety of the fire crews. 

Weather: Scattered thunderstorms, slightly cooler temperatures and higher humidity are expected again Monday. Area thunderstorms will be capable of producing heavy, wetting rains, gusty winds and frequent lightning. 

Smoke: The Pius Fire is producing very little smoke. Residual smoke from wildfires throughout the Southwest may continue to settle in low-lying areas including the communities of Christopher Creek, Payson, Young, Forest Lakes, Heber-Overgaard, and Highway 260. For updates on smoke conditions in your local area visit www.fire.airnow.gov. 

Closures/ Evacuations: For updated on evacuation statuses please visit the Coconino County Emergency Management website at https://www.coconino.az.gov/.  

Check the Apache-Sitgreaves National Forests at https://www.fs.usda.gov/asnf for updates and information on forest closure orders. 

More Information: 

Fire Information: 928-216-3127                            Email: 2024.pius@firenet.gov 

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

Inciweb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/azasf-pius-fire  

Location: Siskiyou County, CA

Size: 15,232 acres

Cause: Under Investigation

Start Date: Wednesday July 3, 2023, at 1:27 PM

Percent Contained: 3%

Personnel: 3,355

CURRENT SITUATION:

Yesterday, firefighting efforts benefited from slightly cooler temperatures and higher humidity levels following the passage of thunderstorms over the area. Hand and dozer line construction extended from Patterson Creek southwest to Whisky Butte, with hose lines. The Shackleford drainage area continued to receive support through water and retardant drops. A severe thunderstorm cell passing directly over the fire prompted crews to temporarily retreat from direct firefighting efforts to ensure firefighter safety. Once the storm had cleared, crews resumed their direct attack tactics.

Today, resources will focus on direct firefighting efforts along Shackleford Ridge, progressing southwest towards Campbell and Cliff Lakes. Protecting structures in Quartz Valley, Greenview, Etna, and surrounding areas remains our utmost priority. Engine crews are deployed strategically in and around these communities.

Drivers in the Shelly Fire area are urged to exercise caution, reduce speed, and remain vigilant for heavy equipment and fire personnel on or near roadways.

WEATHER:

There is a RED FLAG WARNING in effect until 9:00pm today. Enhanced terrain-driven up-canyon winds will continue, with westerly down-canyon winds in the late afternoon and evening. Some isolated dry thunderstorms are again possible throughout the day. Strong outflow winds are possible, near any thunderstorms, with gusts ranging from 20 mph. 

EVACUATIONS:

Multiple Evacuation orders and warnings remain in effect. For current updates on evacuations, 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:

Kahtishraam Wellness Center - Yreka 1403 Kahtishraam, Yreka, CA 96097 Showers and cots are available.

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.

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Animal shelters are available at the following locations(s) for those who have pets and animals that been 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 closure area around the Shelly Fire went into effect on July 4th. Hikers are not permitted in the area and will be asked to leave the area. For details and a map of the closure are, please

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

FIRE RESTRICTIONS:

Forest fire restrictions also went into effect on July 4th. Campfires and stove fires are restricted to those developed areas listed in the forest order located 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

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Acorn Fire: 7 acres              

Packsaddle Fire: 46 acres 

Trout Fire: 500 acres                      

Current Situation:

As of 6 a.m. on July 15, 2024, California Interagency Incident Management Team 14 assumed command of the 2024 SQF Lightning Incident, which includes the Acorn, Packsaddle, and Trout Fires, all burning within the Sequoia National Forest.

Acorn Fire 

The Acorn Fire is approximately 7 acres and burning south of Breckenridge Road near the Breckenridge Campground located within Kern County. Firefighters worked yesterday and overnight to construct control lines and install hose around the fire perimeter. Forward progress has been stopped and crews will work diligently today to add containment with the goal of moving the fire into a patrol status without the threat of escape.

Packsaddle Fire 

The Packsaddle Fire is approximately 46 acres and burning 4 miles east of the Fairview Campground located within Tulare County. Over the past several days, aircraft has been used to surround the fire with retardant drops to slow fire growth. This air support has slowed the fire enough to give firefighters on the ground the opportunity to build control lines around much of the fire. Today, crews will continue adding control lines around the remainder of the fire perimeter. Helicopters will continue to assist with water dropping missions with the goal of minimizing hot spots and fire growth.

Trout Fire 

The Trout Fire is approximately 500 acres and burning in the Trout Creek drainage within the Dome Land Wilderness in Tulare County. It is currently south of Sherman Pass Road and approximately 2 miles southwest of Bald Mountain Lookout. Aircraft have been utilized each day as weather allows to drop retardant in key areas to slow the fire’s spread. Due to the remote location, difficult terrain, and accessibility issues, firefighters will continue to scout the area for opportunities to begin control measures to keep the fire as small as possible. Aircraft will continue to assist with reconnaissance and retardant dropping missions.

Weather: 

Lingering monsoonal moisture will continue to provide a slight chance of wetting showers and thunderstorms across the fire areas through this evening. A cooling and drying trend is forecasted for mid-week, while hot and dry conditions are expected to rebound toward the start of the weekend. Fuels remain critically dry, which allows for rapid and intense burning conditions.        

Evacuations: 

There are currently no evacuations in effect for this incident. Please be aware of your surroundings and continue to monitor fire conditions.

Fire Restrictions: 

Fire restrictions are in effect on the Sequoia National Forest Restriction. See Forest Order No. 0513-24-10 for details (tinyurl.com/4pdjthvu).

ACTUALIZACIÓN DEL INCIDENTE DE LA MAÑANA

Fecha: 7-15-2024 Hora: 9:00 am

Tamaño: 2936 acres                                                     Fecha/hora de inicio: 7-7-24 9:51 a

Contención: 47%                                                           Causa: Bajo investigación

Total de personal: 632                                                 Ubicación: Lado sur de Lytle Creek

Estructuras amenazadas:  416 

Las líneas de contención del incendio Vista volvieron a ponerse a prueba ayer por la tarde debido a los vientos racheados procedentes de tormentas cercanas del este, que provocaron patrones de viento erráticos. Los bomberos mantuvieron con éxito el fuego dentro de su huella actual mientras permanecían preparados para las respuestas de ataque inicial. Hoy, las condiciones más cálidas y secas persistirán sobre el fuego, con vientos ligeramente más suaves en comparación con ayer y no se prevé el desarrollo de tormentas eléctricas. 

"Aunque el fuego no se está moviendo mucho, hay muchas partes en movimiento. Tenemos equipos nuevos que están haciendo un gran trabajo de reparación de la extinción. Un equipo de intervención está pasando la noche en una zona escarpada de Cucamonga Wilderness (Naturaleza salvaje de Cucamonga) y va a poner en handline al tiempo que minimiza el impacto sobre el medio ambiente natural", dijo Nic Elmquist, Comandante de Incidentes en prácticas.

Los bomberos se centrarán en patrullas, operaciones de limpieza y mejora de las líneas de contención en toda la zona del incendio. Además, se enviará una dotación en helicóptero a la zona salvaje de Cucamonga. Esta tripulación será autosuficiente durante 24 horas en el desierto, con la tarea de construir líneas de fuego para evitar que el fuego se propague hacia el sur. La contención ha aumentado al 47%.

Las dotaciones de bomberos que trabajaron durante la noche en el incendio han completado su último turno y ahora pasarán a las operaciones diurnas. El duro trabajo y la dedicación de las cuadrillas nocturnas fueron fundamentales para lograr y mantener la contención y detener el avance del incendio durante la noche.

El Servicio Forestal ha decretado el cierre de la zona en San Bernardino y en el Bosque Nacional de los Ángeles. El público tiene prohibido realizar actividades recreativas en la zona del incendio y no debe entrar en el bosque por el camino llamada Lytle Creek Road. El cierre está en vigor para proteger al personal de bomberos y a las comunidades. Más información sobre la orden de cierre está disponible en los sitios web de los bosques nacionales en https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/sbnf/alerts-notices y https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/angeles/alerts-notices.

CALIDAD DEL AIRE: 

Visite AirNow.gov para obtener información y medidas que puede tomar para protegerse a sí mismo y a sus seres queridos.

CIERRE DE CARRETERAS:

Lytle Creek Road está cerrado al público en general, incluyendo todas las áreas de recreación al        norte de Glen Helen Parkway.

EVACUACIONES: Ninguna.

Nota: En un esfuerzo por comunicar rápidamente información sobre peligros inminentes, el Departamento del Sheriff del Condado de San Bernardino y el Departamento de Bomberos del Condado de San Bernardino envían notificaciones masivas de alta velocidad por teléfono y mensajes de texto. Este sistema se conoce como Sistema Telefónico de Notificación de Emergencias (TENS). Para obtener más información sobre este servicio, visite el sitio web: https://sbcfire.org/alertwarning/. 

CIERRES:

Orden de cierre en vigor en el Bosque Nacional de San Bernardino y el Bosque Nacional de Angeles. Varias carreteras, zonas de acampada, áreas de picnic, senderos y áreas recreativas dispersas están cerradas al público para garantizar la seguridad de los bomberos, la comunidad y el público. Las actividades recreativas están prohibidas dentro de la zona de cierre. Más información sobre la orden de cierre está disponible en los sitios web de los bosques nacionales en https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/sbnf/alerts-notices y https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/angeles/alerts-notices.

RESTRICCIONES CONTRA INCENDIOS:

El Bosque Nacional de San Bernardino ha aumentado las restricciones contra incendios. Las hogueras están restringidas a las zonas urbanizadas enumeradas en el Forest Order.

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Watch Fire: 2,162 acres 

Start Date: July 11, 2024

Cause: Human Caused, Under Investigation

Fuels:  Cottonwood, Brush, Understory

Containment:  47%

Resources: 177

Location: 7 Mile District of San Carlos Arizona

Watch Fire Reaches 47 Percent Containment

Overview Due to the hard work of firefighters, the Watch Fire has reached 47 percent containment. Crews worked to ensure fire lines along the western perimeter were secure and should keep the fire from spreading westward. Structural firefighters were deployed to extinguish a burned structure within the fire footprint that had been smoldering and sending up smoke. Today, firefighters are still working to locate and extinguish areas of residual heat around the eastern perimeter of the fire to help increase containment over the next few days. Crews will also be designated to respond to any new fires which may occur. Firefighters will continue to evaluate properties and communities impacted by the fires and assess damage.

Weather: Watch Fire is expected to see temperatures around 100 degrees in lower elevations with light west/southwest winds between 5-15 mph and gusts up to 25 mph. Increasing cloud cover with a 50 percent chance of rain. There is a high probability of lightning over the next few days.

Safety: Additional fire personnel are available to respond to any new fires which may occur in the area. Increased traffic continues to impact roads in and around the fire. Please drive with caution. Please do not fly drones anywhere near the fire. Drones can endanger firefighting aircraft. If you fly, we can’t.

Smoke: Smoke-sensitive individuals and people with respiratory problems or heart disease are encouraged to take precautionary measures. 

Evacuations: The following communities have been downgraded from “GO” (evacuate) to “SET” (be alert) Status; Lower Seven Mile Wash, New Moonbase, San Carlos Apache Healthcare Corporation, Farmers Station, Downtown San Carlos and Peridot Siding. Residents are asked to avoid burned structures due to hazardous materials that may have long term health effects. For more information, call the San Carlos Apache Tribe Emergency Response Commission at 928-475-2008 or visit the (TERC) or San Carlos Police Department Facebook pages, see below. 

The Miller Peak fire is still estimated at 500 acres. Accurate acreage is difficult to obtain due to limited visibility due to smoke and area terrain. 

Aviation resources will continue to support the fire today, with attention to ensuring that ongoing use is effective at meeting suppression objectives. Resources on scene include 8 engines, 3 helicopters, multiple crews, and miscellaneous overhead. Additional resources including crews and an Incident Management Team have been ordered. The cause of the fire is under investigation. 

We are anticipating a fire area closure to allow crews to work. Details will be forthcoming.

Start date: June 8, 2024  

Location: 31 miles northwest of Chelan, WA  

Containment: 14%  

Fire size: 18,731 acres  

Cause: Human caused, under investigation  

Total personnel: 786

Chelan County Sheriff's Office has issued a Level 1 Evacuation Advisory for the Stehekin Area. The affected area is Lake Chelan up Lake from Hazard Creek to High Bridge Ranger Station.  

The Pioneer Fire is burning within a mountainous and remote area on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest near Lake Chelan. Firefighters are using a full suppression response in the Lake Chelan-Sawtooth Wilderness to protect values at risk, life, and property, with firefighter and public safety as the primary objective. The communities of Chelan, Manson, and Stehekin are open and continue to welcome visitors. 

Yesterday, fire crews worked on a 1.5-acre overnight slop-over to the north slope of Fish Creek. Helicopter bucket drops were being utilized through the morning but as fire behavior increased, multiple spot fires established further up drainage near Dan’s Camp trail. At that point, crews were forced to disengage and move to a safe location. The fire is now fully established on both sides of Fish Creek, prompting the Chelan County Sheriff’s Office to issue the Level 1 evacuation advisory for the Stehekin area. 

Point protection firing operations are being utilized in the area of active fire near Round Mountain and Moore Point. Recent operations to eliminate fuels between structures and the fire have been highly successful and plans for more operations are being considered as needed to protect homes and infrastructure. Hose lines, sprinklers, and fuel breaks are being installed in conjunction with firing operations to enhance point protection of structures and communities. No structures have been destroyed.

The WA Department of Natural Resources is offering a resource to landowners, “Financial Assistance for Wildfire Resilience and Forest Health.” Details may be found at: https://tinyurl.com/3d3p3vmh     

WEATHER AND SMOKE: The high-pressure ridge, which is bringing above-average temperatures and low humidity, will move out of the area on Tuesday. The air quality outlook can be found at https://bit.ly/PioneerFireSmoke. Learn more about smoke at smokeready.org. The fire marshal issued fire danger ratings and restrictions; see https://t.ly/WLBds for more information. 

EVACUATIONS AND CLOSURES: Level 1, 2, and 3 evacuation levels remain in effect around the Pioneer Fire; please visit https://t.ly/QoH9w for more information. The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has a closure order in place for much of the fire area. Details and maps are available at: https://bit.ly/PioneerClosure.   A Temporary Flight Restriction is in place over the fire: https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_4_6779.html. 

Falls Fire Update for July 15, 2024 

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The Falls Fire is estimated at 64,225 acres with 0% containment. The fire is burning approximately 13.5 miles north of Burns.

As of 8:30 p.m. yesterday, Oregon State Fire Marshal’s (OSFM) Blue Team and Northwest Incident Management Team 8 have joined into unified command for the Falls Fire. This collaboration allows for wildland and structural fire resources to work together under a unified direction while focusing on their different missions.

Yesterday, the significant fire growth was along the northeast and northwest corners of the fire. Firefighters continued to hold the western edge of the fire along FSR 43. Spot fires over the 43 road from the night before were lined and firefighters put in hose lays to begin mopping up the area. On the southern perimeter of the fire, firefighters continued to hold the fire on the southwest corner and worked to establish control lines to tie into the Silvies River area to the east. Two OSFM Structure Task Forces worked on the fire throughout the night. Firefighters continued to scout for opportunities to establish additional control lines.

Aerial resources, including two helicopters, six single-engine air tankers (SEATs), two large air tankers (LATs), and two very large air tankers (VLATs) helped to slow the fires growth, and supported firefighters as they made progress securing containment lines.

Today, similar fire behavior as yesterday is expected. Firefighters will work to hold the fire along established control lines and continue to scout for future control lines. By the end of shift today their will be four OSFM Task Forces supporting the Falls Fire.

The incident command team continues to increase the number of resources working on the fire and to build greater capacity for fire suppression efforts. Currently there are 646 personnel on the fire; this includes 17 20-person hand crews, 42 fire engines, 13 bulldozers, and 15 water tenders.

Predicted weather is for clearer skies and drier conditions. Winds will be from the west-southwest at 6-12 mph with gusts up to 20 mph.  High temperatures will be near 90 degrees with humidity around 15-20%. Winds will prevail from the west and southwest from 8-10 mph. Little to no precipitation is expected for the fire area.

Evacuation notices remain in effect in Grant and Harney Counties. For the most accurate evacuation information, please visit the Harney County Sheriff’s evacuation map here: https://tinyurl.com/3zst4sjy, or the Grant County Emergency Management Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068819321423.

The Malheur National Forest issued an updated fire area closure yesterday, July 13. Emigrant Creek Campground, Falls Campground, Yellowjacket Campground, and Delintment Lake Campground are closed. A detailed map and additional information about the fire area closure are available at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/malheur/news-events/?cid=FSEPRD1188914. A temporary flight restriction (TFR) remains in place over the fire area.

Fire Restrictions are in effect across Oregon; Know Before You Go, and use extreme caution while recreating in these hot and dry conditions. #OnlyYouCanPreventWildfires