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Final Update 243 Command Fire
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Incident Summary: The 243 Command Fire started on Monday night, June 3, near Highway 243 and Wanapum Dam. The winds pushed the fire easterly through the Lower Crab Creek Canyon. The fire crews were able to contain it between the canyon’s northern and southern ridges. It is presently 85% contained with 20,380 acres burned. The cause is still under investigation.
The fire has been handled by the Southeast Washington Interagency Type 3 Team 3, Tony Gilmer is the Incident Commander.
Fire’s Summary: Early the fire was pushed by strong winds from the west. As it was running to the east, air was pushed up and out to its sides. On the south side of the canyon, the fire tried to cross the road and run up the ridge. Crews made sure that fire did not cross that road. The north side of the canyon is sheer vertical with draws. Crews fought to keep the fire from running up these draws. Over the first few days the fire moved east, running and spotting ahead of the flame front. By Wednesday evening, the fire for the most part, had run its course. The majority of the time Thursday and today, crews were widening the perimeter, rehabbing, and working on hot spots.
Even though the majority of the fire is out and the air has cleared, small spots of heat still remain and will remain until a heavy rainfall. The plan is to have the fire’s footprint surrounded by a wide, cool outer ring, with no burnable material. Inside this perimeter, the fire’s footprint may still have some spots of heat.
Personnel remaining will monitor the fire and keep it within its current footprint until it can be returned to the local unit.
Final Plans: The mop up and rehab operation will be continued by a small taskforce, Saturday. The Incident Command Post (ICP) will be disbanded and most of the personnel will be going home. Some fire personnel have already gone home. Saturday, the fire will be handed off to a smaller team and eventually back to the local units.
Suggestions to the Public: It is the beginning of the Fire Season, firewise.org, is an excellent website to learn about how to prepare your home for wildfires. Important tips and suggestions are also available on that site. When recreating away from home and you want to know what is happening in the area, log into the local fire departments, sheriff’s departments, and state and federal agencies’ web sites, for recommendations, warnings, etc.
Evacuation Levels Explained: Level 1—Get Ready; Level 2—Set; Level 3—Go. Are You Prepared? Everybody should understand Level 1. Get important papers, valuables, photos, memorabilia, prescription medication, pet carrier, etc. organized so that you know where things are and can grab them at a moments notice
Team 3 greatly appreciates all of the cooperation from Grant County Fire District 10 (Royal Slope), the Grant County Sheriff’s Department, and the Royal City Area community. All were valuable to the team’s success.
THANK YOU!
Smoke Outlook June 13 and 14 2019
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Smoke Outlook for 6/13 - 6/14
Osceola National Forest Wildfires 2019
Issued at: 2019-06-13 08:37 EDT
Wildfire
Wildfires are currently being monitored, and any hotspots are being mopped up as firefighters find them. The last seven days of rain showers have slowed any movement and have given firefighters the upper hand at suppressing and controlling the fires. Helicopters are being used to fly reconnaissance flights to detect any movement on current fires, and located any new starts across the forest.
Smoke
Smoke production has been little to none the last few days with the abundant rain showers across the forest. As the weather changes to more of a high-pressure system and drier conditions come about smoke may start to pop back up. No significant smoke impacts are expected today unless a new wildfire starts in the area.
Weather
Abundant lightning has been observed across the forest in the last few days. Depending on the location, rain may or may not have accompanied the lightning. As the weather dries out and warmer temperatures move back into the area, conditions will start to return to a point where wildfires from the lightning may be detected. Warmer and drier conditions are expected through the weekend. Daily AQI Forecast * for Jun 13, 2019
Comment for Today Thu, Jun 13 6/13 6/14
White Springs and Lake City No smoke impacts expected today.
Issued 2019-06-13 08:37 EDT by William Basye; william.basye@usda.gov
Air Quality Index (AQI) Actions to Protect Yourself
Good None
Moderate Unusually sensitive individuals should consider limiting prolonged or heavy exertion.
USG People within Sensitive Groups should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Unhealthy People within Sensitive Groups should avoid all physical outdoor activity.
Very Unhealthy Everyone should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.
Hazardous Everyone should avoid any outdoor activity.
Disclaimer: This forecast is based on fine particulates only; ozone is not included. Forecasts may be wrong; use at own risk. Use caution as conditions can
change quickly. See your health professional as needed. Smoke sensitive groups should take appropriate precautions.
Additional Links
Wildfire information http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6372/ Osceola National Forest Wildfires 2019 Email Address http://OsceolaFireUpdates@gmail.com
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Osceola National Forest Updates tools.airfire.org/outlooks/OsceolaNationalForest
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Smoke Outlook June 12 and 13 2019
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Smoke Outlook for 6/12 - 6/13
Osceola National Forest Wildfires 2019
Issued at: 2019-06-12 08:18 EDT
WildFire
Wildfires are being patrolled and any hotspots detected are quickly being mopped up. Minimal activity has been observed on the fires across the forest. When a drying pattern later this week moves into the region fire activity may increase. Lightning remains an ever present danger to firefighters, as well as the public. Lighting activity can start new fires even with the accompanying rain. It can take several days after a storm for fire personnel to detect a wildfire due to location, flat terrain, and rain showers that may limit smoke production and growth.
Smoke
Smoke production remains light to none across the area. Fire managers have ordered two air quality monitors for areas that may be impacted with additional smoke as warmer and drier conditions move into the region later this week. Air quality can quickly change if a wildfire starts near your location. As of today, no smoke impacts are expected from the wildfires burning on the Osceola National Forest.
Prescribed Fire
The Big Gum Wilderness Prescribed Fire on the Osceola National Forest has been a successful treatment for a landscape that needs frequent fire return intervals to maintain a healthy ecosystem. The prescribed fire remains within the planned perimeter, and fire personnel are monitoring the area daily. No air quality impacts from smoke are expected from the prescribed fire.
Comment for Today Wed, Jun 12 6/12 6/13
Lake City and White Springs No impacts to air quality are expected today.
Issued 2019-06-12 08:18 EDT by William Basye; william.basye@usda.gov
Air Quality Index (AQI) Actions to Protect Yourself
Good None
Moderate Unusually sensitive individuals should consider limiting prolonged or heavy exertion.
USG People within Sensitive Groups should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Unhealthy People within Sensitive Groups should avoid all physical outdoor activity.
Very Unhealthy Everyone should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.
Hazardous Everyone should avoid any outdoor activity.
Disclaimer: This forecast is based on fine particulates only; ozone is not included. Forecasts may be wrong; use at own risk. Use caution as conditions can
change quickly. See your health professional as needed. Smoke sensitive groups should take appropriate precautions.
Additional Links
Fire Information https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6372/ Osceola National Forest Wildfires 2019 Email Address http://OsceolaFireUpdates@gmail.com
Issued by USFS Wildland Fire Air Quality Response Program www.wildlandfiresmoke.net
Osceola National Forest Updates tools.airfire.org/outlooks/OsceolaNationalForest
*Smoke and Health Info www.airnow.gov/index.cfm?action=smoke.index
Smoke Outlook June 11 and 12 2019
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Smoke Outlook for 6/11 - 6/12
Osceola National Forest Wildfires 2019
Issued at: 2019-06-11 09:45 EDT
WildFire
Wildfires are quickly being mopped up and contained.
Firefighters are staying vigilant for new wildfires that may start
in the area during the dry conditions. Any new wildfires that
start can quickly cause roadway impacts due to smoke and
reduced visibility. Watch for fire equipment on the roadways
and reduce speeds when appropriate.
Smoke
Smoke impacts from the Osceola National Forest wildfires are
little to none due to the hard work and diligence of the
firefighters on the ground. Smoke from outside of the area can
travel great lengths and settle overnight. Smoke can be seen
moving into the area from small wildfires and seasonal burning
to the south/southwest of the area. Impacts are light, but may
cause air quality to be in the moderate range at times.
Weather
Thunderstorms the last few day have brought a little
precipitation to the area, but not enough to end the fire
season. Fog formation in the early morning is starting to
happen around areas with standing water and depressions in
the landscape. Use cation when driving in areas with fog.
Afternoon thunderstorms could bring lightning to the area,
which may start new wildfires. Watch for responding
emergency equipment on roadways.
Smoke Outlook June 10 and 11 2019
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Smoke Outlook for 6/10 - 6/11
Osceola National Forest Wildfires 2019
Issued at: 2019-06-10 09:46 EDT
Wildfire
Mop up can take a long time and is a tedious operation that firefighters are continuing to perform due to the deep duff and litter layers in the forest. None-the-less, firefighters are out there continuing to secure firelines and reduce the threat of any more fire growth. Currently fires are smoldering and creeping around in the deep duff layer, and have been slowed down by recent rain showers across the area. Fire potential for growth will only increase as conditions dry out. Any new wildfire starts do have the potential to impact roadways, and cause smoke impacts to communities.
Smoke
Smoke remains light and at this time is not impacting any large communities. Smoke production should also increase as weather conditions heat up. Roadway safety remains a top priority for the incident, and smoke production is being monitored daily. Additional air quality monitors are being ordered, and will be set up to help inform the incident on smoke conditions in the area.
Weather
Rain showers have moved through the area for the last few days and it has slowed fire growth down, but not enough to put them out. The area continues to experience drought conditions, and the rain that has occurred has not improved conditions much. The incident has two Remote Automated Weather Stations (RAWS) on the forest that capture current weather readings. Since June 1, 2019, the RAWS on the south end of the forest has captured 0.79 inches of rain and on the north end the RAWS has captured 0.55 inches. Much more rain will be needed before the threat of wildfire risk will be diminished.
Daily AQI Forecast * for Jun 10, 2019
Comment for Today Mon, Jun 10 6/10 6/11
White Springs and Lake City: No air quality impacts are expected today.
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Issued 2019-06-10 09:46 EDT by William Basye; william.basye@usda.gov
Air Quality Index (AQI) Actions to Protect Yourself
Good None
Moderate Unusually sensitive individuals should consider limiting prolonged or heavy exertion.
USG People within Sensitive Groups should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Unhealthy People within Sensitive Groups should avoid all physical outdoor activity.
Very Unhealthy Everyone should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.
Hazardous Everyone should avoid any outdoor activity.
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Disclaimer: This forecast is based on fine particulates only; ozone is not included. Forecasts may be wrong; use at own risk. Use caution as conditions can change quickly. See your health professional as needed. Smoke sensitive groups should take appropriate precautions.
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Additional Links
Fire Information http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6372/ Fire Information Email http://OsceolaFireUpdates@gmail.com
Issued by USFS Wildland Fire Air Quality Response Program www.wildlandfiresmoke.net
Osceola National Forest Updates tools.airfire.org/outlooks/OsceolaNationalForest
*Smoke and Health Info www.airnow.gov/index.cfm?action=smoke.index
Smoke Outlook June 9 and 10 2019
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Smoke Outlook for 6/09 - 6/10
Osceola National Forest Wildfires 2019
Issued at: 2019-06-09 09:28 EDT
Wildfire
Lighting started a new wildfire yesterday outside of the Osceola National Forest boundary, and firefighters quickly responded to help state and local partners suppress the fire. This is a good example that conditions are still dry, and even with the recent rain showers fires can still impact roadways and communities. Fire personnel are still actively mopping up and securing the wildfires on the Osceola National Forest. Wildfire risk will remain present until significant rainfall happens across the area.
Smoke
Smoke should be light today unless a new wildfire starts. Cloud cover overnight should keep the formation of fog to a minimum, but it can’t be ruled out altogether. Hwy 250 through the forest may see an increase in smoke in localized areas near actively smoldering fires at night and in the earlymorning hours. Rain showers have kept the formation of smoke to a minimum during the day.
Roadway Safety
Smoke can be found at different levels throughout the day as temperature and wind influence the fires. Once spotted it is wise to reduce speeds and drive with caution. Any new fires in the area can quickly produce smoke that can impact roadways and disrupt traffic. Look for smoke ahead signs along roadways and be mindful of the message.
Daily AQI Forecast* for Jun 09, 2019
Comment for Today Sun, Jun 09 and Mon, Jun 10
Lake City and White Springs
No air quality impacts are expected today. Storms in the area should clean the airshed out.
Issued 2019-06-09 09:28 EDT by William Basye; william.basye@usda.gov
Air Quality Index (AQI) Actions to Protect Yourself
Good None
Moderate Unusually sensitive individuals should consider limiting prolonged or heavy exertion.
USG People within Sensitive Groups* should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Unhealthy People within Sensitive Groups* should avoid all physical outdoor activity.
Very Unhealthy Everyone should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.
Hazardous Everyone should avoid any outdoor activity.
*Disclaimer: This forecast is based on fine particulates only; ozone is not included. Forecasts may be wrong; use at own risk. Use caution as conditions can change quickly. See your health professional as needed. Smoke sensitive groups should take appropriate precautions.
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Fire Information http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6372/
Fire Information Email http://osceolafireupdates@gmail.com
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National Forest Updates tools.airfire.org/outlooks/OsceolaNationalForest
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Smoke Outlook June 8 and 9 2019
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Smoke Outlook for 6/08 - 6/09
Osceola National Forest Wildfires 2019
Issued at: 2019-06-08 08:43 EDT
Wildfire
Rain has moved into the area, but not enough to put out the wildfires across the forest. Firefighters are still actively engaged with fire suppression tactics such as mopping up and securing hot spots. Lighting started a new fire yesterday, and firefighters quickly attacked and contained it. The area remains dry even with the light showers the past few days. Watch for heavy equipment and firefighting apparatus on many of the roads within the forest.
Smoke
Smoke will remain light as storms move through the area. Roadways adjacent to wildfire or prescribed fire can still see some localized smoke impacts that may reduce visibility. Reduce speed in fire areas, and expect smoke in the early morning hours and late evenings. Cloud cover should reduce the probability for fog however, some localized patches can never be ruled out with high humidity.
Prescribed Fire
The Big Gum Wilderness Prescribed Fire on the Osceola National Forest continues to smolder and burn within the perimeter. Smoke remains light, but as the prescribed fire burns through dead and down fuels smoke production may
increase. Fire managers are monitoring the situation closely each day.
Daily AQI Forecast * for Jun 08, 2019
Station hourly 6/07 Comment for Today Sat, Jun 08 6/08 6/09
White Springs and Lake City: No air quality impacts are expected today. Storms in the area should clean the airshed out. *
Issued 2019-06-08 08:43 EDT by William Basye; william.basye@usda.gov
Air Quality Index (AQI) Actions to Protect Yourself
Good None
Moderate Unusually sensitive individuals should consider limiting prolonged or heavy exertion.
USG People within Sensitive Groups should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Unhealthy People within Sensitive Groups should avoid all physical outdoor activity.
Very Unhealthy Everyone should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.
Hazardous Everyone should avoid any outdoor activity.
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Disclaimer: This forecast is based on fine particulates only; ozone is not included. Forecasts may be wrong; use at own risk. Use caution as conditions can
change quickly. See your health professional as needed. Smoke sensitive groups should take appropriate precautions.
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Incident Information http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6372/ Incident email http://osceolafireupdates@gmail.com
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Osceola National Forest Updates tools.airfire.org/outlooks/OsceolaNationalForest
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Smoke Outlook June 7 and 8 2019
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Smoke Outlook for 6/07 - 6/08
Osceola National Forest Wildfires 2019
Issued at: 2019-06-07 09:14 EDT
Wildfires
Firefighters continue to make good progress mopping up and securing wildfire perimeters. The recent rain showers are not enough to put the fires out. Fire behavior has mitigated some, however smoke is still being produced with heavier concentrations in the afternoon hours. Storms moving into the zone may bring lighting that could cause additional wildfires in the area. Any increase in wildfire activity could lead to more abundant smoke.
Smoke
Smoke has the ability to travel many hundreds of miles with the air currents in the atmosphere. Just because there are no active fires near you doesn’t mean you may not be impacted by smoke. Smoke production from the wildfires on the Osceola National Forest should be heaviest in the afternoon after the day has heated up. If the smoke mixes with the local fog being produced due to high relative humidity, then visibility could decrease dramatically. Use cation when traveling near wildfire operations and watch for equipment on the roadways.
Prescribed Fire
Prescribed fire is one of the best tools available to wildfire managers to help reduce fire risk and maintain a healthy ecosystem. The Big Gum Wilderness Prescribed Fire on the Osceola National Forest continues to smolder and burn within the perimeter. Smoke remains light, but as the prescribed fire burns through dead and down fuels, smoke production may increase. Fire managers are monitoring the situation closely each day.
Daily AQI Forecast * for Jun 07, 2019
Comment for Today Fri, Jun 07 6/07 6/08
Lake City
Yesterday Lake City had good air quality throughout the day. Off and on showers today should help maintain that good air quality. Southwest winds will push any smoke to the northeast and away from the area. If lighting starts new
fires in the area the air quality could change rapidly.
White Springs
The White Springs area should not notice much smoke impacts today. If lighting starts new fires in the area air quality could change rapidly. Air quality has hovered around the good to moderate range for several days now however, today should be in the good range.
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Issued 2019-06-07 09:14 EDT by William Basye; william.basye@usda.gov
Air Quality Index (AQI) Actions to Protect Yourself
Good None
Moderate Unusually sensitive individuals should consider limiting prolonged or heavy exertion.
USG People within Sensitive Groups should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Unhealthy People within Sensitive Groups should avoid all physical outdoor activity.
Very Unhealthy Everyone should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.
Hazardous Everyone should avoid any outdoor activity.
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Disclaimer: This forecast is based on fine particulates only; ozone is not included. Forecasts may be wrong; use at own risk. Use caution as conditions can
change quickly. See your health professional as needed. Smoke sensitive groups should take appropriate precautions.
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Smoke Outlook June 6 and 7 2019
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Wildfires
There are five wildfires burning in the area of Osceola National Forest that firefighters are actively engaging. Firefighters are continuing to mop up and secure firelines daily. With the dry weather and heat fires continue to burn out within the perimeter however, firefighters are staying diligent and taking action where it can safely be done.
Smoke
Smoke will continue to be present until significant rain moves into the area. Nighttime hours will have the highest concentrations of smoke near the ground. Areas with water corridors can trap smoke in heavier concentrations and act as transportation paths for smoke. As the day heats up smoke should rise and move to the northeast.
Roadway Safety
Motorist along Interstate 10 are advised to drive with headlights on and, watch for firefighting equipment in the area. Smoke may settle on roadways and highways in the early morning hours after midnight. The presence of local fog and humidity mixed with smoke can reduce visibility even more. Drive with caution and reduce speeds when appropriate.
Lake City and White Springs: Southwest winds today should keep any smoke in the area moving to the northeast. Smoke impacts should remain light to none during the day however, any new wildfires that start could impact air quality for the area. Air quality will hover between good and moderate today. Smoke from various fires may be contributing to the moderate air quality in the White Springs area due to dry conditions across the northern part of the state.
Issued 2019-06-06 09:21 EDT by William Basye; william.basye@usda.gov
Air Quality Index (AQI): Actions to Protect Yourself:
Good None
Moderate Unusually sensitive individuals should consider limiting prolonged or heavy exertion.
USG People within Sensitive Groups* should reduce prolonged or heavy outdoor exertion.
Unhealthy People within Sensitive Groups* should avoid all physical outdoor activity.
Very Unhealthy Everyone should avoid prolonged or heavy exertion.
Hazardous Everyone should avoid any outdoor activity.
*Disclaimer: This forecast is based on fine particulates only; ozone is not included. Forecasts may be wrong; use at own risk. Use caution as conditions can change quickly. See your health professional as needed. Smoke sensitive groups should take appropriate precautions.
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Inciweb Wildfire Information https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6372/ Osceola National Forest Wildfires 2019 Email Address http://OsceolaFireUpdates@gmail.com
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Osceola National Forest Updates tools.airfire.org/outlooks/OsceolaNationalForest
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