Speirs Fire Update
August 6, 2024

Current Status  - The Speirs Fire remains at 715 acres and 97 percent contained. 

Updates - The temporary fire closure has been renewed for Greens Draw Road, Lowline Trail and Pipe Creek Trail through August 31. The closure will allow for the completion of continency line and provide for public safety during construction. Fire management officials emphasize the importance of this action. “The contingency line is an integral part of our protection efforts not only from the Speirs Fire, but against future fire starts,” said Flaming Gorge District Ranger Bryan Wilson. “We recognize the current, temporary impacts of the closure, but the benefits of the fuels break will last for many years.”

Wetting rain has been received over the fire area over the weekend, with anticipated chances of precipitation occurring over the next several days. 

Fire activity remains minimal. However, as conditions dry, smoke may be visible as interior green pockets of fuel continue to burn within the fire’s perimeter.

As conditions on the fire remain somewhat static, updates on the Speirs Fire may no longer be daily. Periodic updates will be provided as the fire situation changes. 

Closures - The following roads and trails remain closed to public access.

• Forest Service Roads (FSR) 610 and FSR049 (Greens Draw Road)
• Segments of National Forest System (NFS) Trails: Lowline Trail 103, beginning at its junction with the Pipe Creek Trail, NFS Trail 003, and continuing to the trailhead at Hwy 191; NFS Trail 003, beginning at its junction with NFS Trail 103 and continuing to its junction with NFS Trail 004; and NFS Trail 004, beginning at the junction with NFS Trail and continuing its intersection with Greens Draw Road 049.
• For more information and to view the existing closures, please visit the Ashley National Forest website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/ashley/alerts-notices

For more information about the Speirs Fire visit the QR-Code shown here. Fire information is also available at 435-709-8209 (8am to 8pm).

Effective 8/5/24   Due to the closure of Bartlett Dam Road westbound at Cave Creek Road, the Horseshoe Dam Road remains closed. 

Update for Swawilla I and Bridge Creek Fires

• EVACUATION LEVELS: The town of Keller, the Highway 21 corridor, Mt. Tolman, Buffalo Lake and McGinnis Lake are now in Level 2 evacuation. 

• ROADS: All roads in evacuation level 2 areas are open, including Hwy 21, Peter Dan/Manilla and Cache Creek.

• The Keller Ferry is open and fully operational.

Swawilla I Fire

A substantial amount of heat remains in and around the Meadow Creek and Jack Creek drainages following the burnout from several days ago. Crews are working to extinguish those hot spots. Firefighters will continue to identify and suppress smoking areas and residual pockets of heat on the northern portion of the fire, focusing on mopping up 100’ inside of containment lines. A structure protection group is patrolling the fire line near Keller. Crews will begin removing fire hose from the southeast portion of the fire so it can be refurbished and utilized on other fires in the region. Firefighters are available to assist local resources with initial attack if needed. 

Bridge Creek Fire

The fire is 100 percent contained. Suppression repair should be complete this afternoon. Once complete, Bridge Creek Fire suppression repair resources will be reassigned to the Swawilla I Fire. 

Fire Weather 

Weather will remain hot and dry today with a slight chance of localized thunderstorms. Beginning tomorrow, temperatures should moderate some with highs expected to reach the low to mid 80s. Relative humidity should increase from the current trend of the mid-teens to low to mid 20s.                                                                                                 

Safety Message

Due to the high temps and low relative humidity, unburned fuels in the interior of the fire will continue to ignite resulting in visible smoke throughout the fire area. The persistent smoke may be unhealthy for sensitive groups, especially in and around Keller. Visit airnow.gov for air quality in your area and take precautions for protecting your health. 

Please slow down when driving all roads leading to and from the fires. Firefighting traffic and slow-moving equipment along roads and the potential for poor visibility due to lingering smoke could pose potential hazards to motorists. 

No drones are allowed within our Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR).   Remember, if you fly, we can’t! 

Additional Information and Maps at https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/ 

Keller Ferry 

https://www.facebook.com/CCTENV

https://www.facebook.com/CCTBroadcasts 

Airnow.gov 

https://www.facebook.com/newfireinfo/

Update for Swawilla I and Bridge Creek Fires

• EVACUATION LEVELS: The town of Keller, the Highway 21 corridor, Mt. Tolman, Buffalo Lake and McGinnis Lake are now in Level 2 evacuation. 

• ROADS: All roads in evacuation level 2 areas are open, including Hwy 21, Peter Dan/Manilla and Cache Creek.

• The Keller Ferry is open and fully operational.

Swawilla I Fire

A substantial amount of heat remains in and around the Meadow Creek and Jack Creek drainages following the burnout from several days ago. Crews are working to extinguish those hot spots. Firefighters will continue to identify and suppress smoking areas and residual pockets of heat on the northern portion of the fire, focusing on mopping up 100’ inside of containment lines. A structure protection group is patrolling the fire line near Keller. Crews will begin removing fire hose from the southeast portion of the fire so it can be refurbished and utilized on other fires in the region. Firefighters are available to assist local resources with initial attack if needed. 

Bridge Creek Fire

The fire is 100 percent contained. Suppression repair should be complete this afternoon. Once complete, Bridge Creek Fire suppression repair resources will be reassigned to the Swawilla I Fire. 

Fire Weather 

Weather will remain hot and dry today with a slight chance of localized thunderstorms. Beginning tomorrow, temperatures should moderate some with highs expected to reach the low to mid 80s. Relative humidity should increase from the current trend of the mid-teens to low to mid 20s.                                                                                           

Safety Message

Due to the high temps and low relative humidity, unburned fuels in the interior of the fire will continue to ignite resulting in visible smoke throughout the fire area. The persistent smoke may be unhealthy for sensitive groups, especially in and around Keller. Visit airnow.gov for air quality in your area and take precautions for protecting your health. 

Please slow down when driving all roads leading to and from the fires. Firefighting traffic and slow-moving equipment along roads and the potential for poor visibility due to lingering smoke could pose potential hazards to motorists. 

No drones are allowed within our Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR).   Remember, if you fly, we can’t! 

Additional Information and Maps at https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/ 

Keller Ferry 

https://www.facebook.com/CCTENV

https://www.facebook.com/CCTBroadcasts 

Airnow.gov 

https://www.facebook.com/newfireinfo/

Red Fire

August 6, 2024

Daily Fire Update

Online: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/ordef-red-fire

Facebook: 2024 Red Fire Information https://www.facebook.com/2024RedFireOR/ 

YouTube Channel: EA CIMT

Fire Information Line: 541-208-1766, 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM

Email: 2024.red@firenet.gov

Red Fire Quick Facts

• Size: 498 acres 
• Start Date: July 17, 2024
• Origin:  5 miles west of Crescent Lake Junction, OR
• County: Klamath
• Cause: Lightning
• Total Staff: 284
• Containment: 0%
• Completed Fuel Break: 9.4 miles (includes 3.0 miles of Shaded Fuel Break)

Operations: Yesterday, the Red Fire continued to show limited growth. The shaded fuel break work between Crescent Lake and Odell Lake has progressed north from Crescent Lake Resort past Crescent Lake State Airport. Crews continue to work on structure protection assessments around Odell Lake Resort, Diamond Peak community, Willamette Ski Resort, and surrounding homes, preparing structure protection gear that can be deployed if needed. Crews continued to work on ladder fuel reduction between Forest Service Road 60 and the residential service road by removing grass, brush, small trees, and low-level limbs that can convey fire into tree canopies and have completed about 80 out of 100 acres. Road crews continued working on improving Forest Service Road 6010 to Summit Lake with a dozer, making it safer and more accessible for heavy equipment.

Today, firefighters will resume their efforts to protect homes, infrastructure, and natural resources. They will focus on structure assessments and protection planning. Hand crews and heavy equipment are working to extend the shaded fuel break west from Crescent Lake Resort along Forest Service Road 60. Resource advisors from the Deschutes National Forest are working closely with firefighters to protect sensitive areas and unique forest habitat. Crews will soon finish extending the northern section of the shaded fuel break between Crescent Lake and Odell Lake. The work on ladder fuel removal between Forest Service Road 60 and the service road is nearly complete, which will create defensible space for residences in the area. A helicopter may be available to the Red Fire today and as availability permits will focus on dropping water on the south side of the fire to cool down the active heat. Firefighters expect this to reduce fire intensity as the flames move into larger trees. 

Round Mountain & Wickiup Fires: Please be aware fire operations will continue around these fires.

Round Mountain Fire is 108 acres and 85% contained. Firefighters continue to patrol, mop-up, and complete repair work. 

The Wickiup Fire is 168 acres and 90% contained. Firefighters continue to patrol and mop-up.

Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office lifted the evacuation order around the Wickiup Fire. Temporary emergency closures remain in effect for areas around the Wickiup Fire and Round Mountain Fire.

Closures: The Deschutes National Forest has implemented an emergency closure around Crescent Lake and in the Diamond Peak Wilderness. The public should note that Forest Service Road 60 is closed, and road guards have been posted for public safety. More closure information is available at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/deschutes/alerts-notices/?aid=89091 

Evacuation Notices: The WILDFIRE! Level 1 – BE READY to Evacuate notice issued by Klamath County Emergency Management for the Crescent Lake, Odell Lake, and Crescent Junction areas remains in effect (INCENDIO FORESTAL! Nivel 1 - ESTÉ PREPARADO para evacuar de las siguientes zonas: Crescent Lake, Odell Lake, Crescent Junction). For information, or to sign up for alerts, visit: www.klamathcounty.org/300/emergency-management 

Fire Restrictions: Stage 2 Public Use Fire Restrictions which prohibit open fires, including in developed campgrounds, are in effect for the Deschutes National Forest.  Visit the Deschutes National Forest’s website fs.usda.gov/detail/deschutes/home/?cid=stelprdb5297376 for more information. The Industrial Fire Precaution Level is currently Level IV “General Shutdown”.

Weather: Sunny with a high near 80°, relative humidity 23%, and west/northwest winds gusting to 17 mph.

Smoke: Smoke may be more visible today as the Red Fire encounters heavier fuels. Air quality information can be found at https://fire.airnow.gov/. 

Trout Fire: 23,559 acres | 68% contained

Long Fire: 9,204 acres | 95 % contained

Total Personnel: 277

Trout Fire: Crews will continue to hold and mop-up Sherman Pass Rd from Bald Mountain to indirect line and improve former line to Sirretta Pass. Chipping operations were completed in the Cherry Hill area and will continue to progress, dealing with debris along road systems that were created during suppression operations. Suppression repair assessment will begin in the Cherry Hill area. On the east flank of the fire, crews will be working to patrol and secure line east of 32. Sunny and warmer conditions are expected and will continue influencing fire behavior. Interior islands will continue to burn with possible spread to the west within the indirect containment lines. Spotting to the north over Sherman Pass Rd could further increase fire spread.

Long Fire: Fire activity remains minimal with containment at 95 percent. A patrol status is being maintained to periodically reassess for any changes. Suppression repair assessments have begun in effected areas. Rehab work is underway in Kennedy Meadows, along with grading operations and dozer line repair in effected areas.

Weather & Air Quality: High pressure remains over the western U.S., with continued warm temperatures and low humidities through Wednesday. Max temperatures of 78-85 degrees are expected today with a minimum relative humidity (RH) of 13-21%. Winds today will be stronger and will stay elevated from the northwest into the early morning. West/southwest wind speeds of 13-18 mph with 24 mph gusts are expected after 1500 in the slopes/valleys. On ridges/exposed areas wind speeds of 13-18 mph with gusts of 26 mph are expected.

Sequoia National Forest & BLM Closures & Restrictions: Sequoia National Forest lands, roads, trails, and recreation sites around the Trout and Long Fires are temporarily closed under Forest Order No. 0513- 24-13. All orders, maps, and accompanying appendices can be found on the Forest’s website: tinyurl.com/2en2d36k. The Bureau of Land Management Bakersfield Field Office has temporarily closed Long Valley Campground, Chimney Creek Campground, and portions of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT).

View the emergency closure order here: tinyurl.com/4mprcb9b. The PCT is closed between Hwy 178 at Walker Pass (mile 653) and the South Fork of the Kern River bridge (mile 717.7).

Evacuation Center: Residents under an evacuation warning or order can go to either the Tehachapi Education Center (126 S. Snyder Ave., Tehachapi). Animal services are available to assist in sheltering companion animals at the center. Contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767.

Large-Animal Assistance:

The rodeo grounds in Kernville (467 Scodie Ave., Kernville) is available for residents who need to move large animals or livestock. For more information, contact Orion, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 661- 340-0026.

Road Closures: The Trout Fire Closure Area boundary begins at the intersection of the Sequoia National Forest Boundary and Sierra Way (Mtn 99) in Section 14, Township 25 South, Range 33 East, Mount Diablo Base & Meridian, then continues approximately 76.5 miles south, east, north, and west along the Forest Boundary to its intersection with the North Fork of the Kern River in Section 1, T. 20 S., R. 34 E., MDB&M, then continues along Mtn 99 approximately 20.3 miles to the starting point. Visit the Forest Service Forest Orders and Forest Regulations website for more info on closures in the Sequoia National Forest (tinyurl.com/4zrmvnzy)

Evacuations: Everyone in areas of active fires should “Know Your Zone.” Go to Genasys Protect (tinyurl.com/jcdv55f9) to identify the zone you reside in.

• Kern County has multiple evacuation orders and warnings in effect due to the Borel Fire. The following zones are under an evacuation order: KRN-403-A, KRN-403B, KRN-735-B, KRN-736, KRN-737, KRN-738, KRN-739-A, KRN-740-B, KRN-741-A, KRN-747-A, and KRN747-B.
• The following zones are under an evacuation warning: KRN-750
• Tulare County has evacuation warnings and advisories in effect due to the Trout and Long Fires. The following zones are under an evacuation advisory: TLC-E250, TLC-E261-A, TLC-E261-B, TLC-E274-A, TLC-E274-B, and TLC-E297-A.

Daily Operational Video Update for the Sand Stone, Deer, and Y Bar Fires

Facebook link: https://fb.watch/tO8KvB6tV9/

Extension:  1,352 acres

Fecha de Inicio: 20 de julio, 2024

Causa: Humanos– Bajo Investigación

Localización: 6 millas SE de Cascade Locks, OR

Contención: 0%

Material de combustión: Matorrales de roble, madera y hierba

Resumen:

El día de ayer por la mañana, las tormentas provocaron lluvias aisladas y relámpagos en la zona del incendio, sin embargo, no fueron detectados focos nuevos de ignición. Se intentaron operaciones de extinción de incendio en la esquina noreste del incendio, pero las condiciones del terreno no favorecieron la propagación del fuego. Las cuadrillas continuaron mejorando las líneas de contención primaria y de contingencia a lo largo del día.

Operaciones:

El día de ayer, las cuadrillas de bomberos iniciaron operaciones de quema en la esquina noreste del incendio, pero las condiciones sobre el terreno no favorecieron la producción de fuego. El día de hoy, se proseguirá intentando llevar a cabo operaciones de quema desde tierra y estas podrían complementarse con igniciones aéreas dentro de las líneas de contención. El objetivo es el reducir el riesgo de exposición de los bomberos. Continúa la construcción y el refuerzo fortalecimiento de la línea primaria y el refuerzo de las líneas de contingencia.

Comportamiento del Incendio y Condiciones Climáticas:

Se pronostica que el tiempo cálido y seco continúe durante la próxima semana. Se espera que la actividad de los incendios sea moderada. A medida que el material de combustión se seque durante el día, se espera que el incendio presente un comportamiento de arrastre y de combustión lenta a primeras horas de la tarde y que aumente al inicio del anochecer.

Cierres de caminos y senderos:

La información acerca del cierre del Bosque Nacional de Mt. Hood y para el Área Escénica Nacional de Columbia River Gorge puede encontrarse en: Whisky Creek Fire Closures in Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness. El website  del Condado de Hood River también ofrece la información acerca de las ordenes de cierres.

Recursos asignados al Incendio:

• Aproximadamente 497 personas, 14 escuadrillas de bomberos, 6 camiones de bomberos, 5 cisternas, 2 buldóceres, 5 trituradoras, 2 máquinas de arrastre, 1 maquina apiladora y 1 helicóptero.                  

Contacto Informativo:                                                                                                                         

Correo electrónico: 2024.whiskycreek@firenet.gov       

Teléfono: 541-208-1743, 8 A.M - 8 P.M