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Size: 1,352 acres

Start Date: July 20, 2024

Cause: Human – Under Investigation

Location: 6 miles SE of Cascade Locks, OR

Containment:  0%

Fuels: Scrub oak, timber, and grass

Highlights:

Thunderstorms early yesterday morning brought isolated rainfall and lightning with no new fire starts detected near the Whisky Creek Fire. Firing operations were attempted in the northeast corner of the fire, but conditions on the ground were not receptive to fire. Crews continued to improve primary containment lines in preparation for firing operations and contingency lines to the east were improved through the day.

Operations:

Helicopters dropped water along the southeastern edge of the fire to cool the area down and reduce fire spread.  Crews plan to conduct firing operations again today with the goal of removing fuels and reducing fire spread potential beyond containment lines. Ground ignitions may be supplemented by aerial ignitions to areas within containment lines to reduce risk exposures to firefighters. Construction and strengthening of primary line and contingency lines continues.

Fire Behavior and Weather:

Warm and dry weather is forecasted to continue and fire activity is expected to be moderate, with creeping and smoldering behavior through early afternoon. Increasing fire activity and smoke production is expected in the early evening as fire fuels dry through the day. Smoke reports specifically for the Whisky Creek Fire area can be found at AirNow.gov.

Road and Trail Closures:

The Mt. Hood National Forest and the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area closure information can be found at: Whisky Creek Fire Closures in Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness. Hood River County has closure information that can be found on their  website. Closures are put in place for the safety of the public and fire crews – intrusion in a closure area can stop fire suppression activities, endanger life and property, and can result in fines.

Total Fire Resources Assigned:

• Approx. 497 personnel, 14 hand crews, 6 engines, 5 water tenders, 2 dozers, 5 masticators, 3 skidders, 1 feller buncher, and 1 helicopter.  
                        

Contact Information:                                                                                                                          

Email: 2024.whiskycreek@firenet.gov       

Phone: 541-208-1743, 8 A.M - 8 P.M

Fire Information: 559-481-7849, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Media Line: 559-492-9967, 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Email: 2024.lightning@firenet.gov

Linktree: linktr.ee/2024sqflightning

Acres: 59,340 Containment: 75%

Total Personnel: 1,619
 

For more information on the Borel Fire, visit: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/casqf-borel-fire

Current Situation: The Borel Fire remains at 59,340 acres and is 75% contained. There was minimal fire activity overnight as ground crews strengthened containment lines around the fire. As the Hot and dry weather condition persist, smoke may become visible as a result of interior fuels burning within the fire perimeter. Wind will be out of the west/northwest at 8-12mph and will peak at 20 mph

Borel Fire: On the northern portion of the fire crews continue to monitor and patrol. Both air and ground resources continue to work along Sunrise Highway/02 Road area to strengthen containment lines near Bald Peak on the northeastern portion of the fire. Crews will continue to strengthen the containment line along the fire perimeter and will address interior fuels. Firefighting resources will continue to work towards gaining more containment in the area over the next several days. On the eastern side of the fire, crews continue to improve handline in the south fork of Erskine Creek. On the southern edge of the fire, crews will monitor, patrol, mop up as necessary and work towards suppression repair. Critical infrastructure needs in the affected communities continue to be assessed and repaired to ensure the area is safe from not only fire damage, but all other hazards.

A Local Assistance Center will be opening for those affected by the Borel Fire at the Lake Isabella Senior Center, 6401 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240 on August 10th through 13th from 10:00 am until 7:00 pm.

Trout and Long Fire: For continuing information, please visit: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/casqf-2024-sqf-lightning

Weather & Air Quality: The warming and drying trend will continue, for several days, into the middle of the week. Westerly winds will remain over the fire today with gusts up to 20mph. A daily smoke outlook is produced for communities affected by wildfire smoke: tinyurl.com/452x2uzr.

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. 0513-24-12. Lands, roads, trails, and recreation sites around the Borel Fire are closed under Forest Order No. 0513-24-14. Fire restrictions are in effect under Forest Order No. 0513-24-10. 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: The Tehachapi Education Center located at 126 S. Snyder Ave., Tehachapi has been placed in a standby status, due to no residents currently utilizing the service. The shelter is available and ready to assist upon request if the need arises for the communities affected by the evacuation orders and warnings. Animal services are available to assist in sheltering companion animals at the center. Contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-733-2767 to utilize these services.

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: Portions of Caliente Bodfish Road are also closed. Visit the Kern County Public Works Department website for the most up to date information on county road closures (tinyurl.com/z6crvp6t)

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. Several changes to evacuation orders and warnings have been announced, as described below. Those that remain under an evacuation warning should stay PREPARED to leave.

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

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

Bucktail Fire Area and Road Closure 

Incident Commander:  R. Griffin, C. Olander, (T)
Location:  10 miles southwest of Wise River, MT
Start Date: 7/25/2024 
Cause: Undetermined
Size: 3,006 acres 
Resources on Site: 2 hotshot crews; 4 type 2 hand crews; 9 engines; 2 skidgens; 1 dozer
Total Personnel:  254
 

KEY MESSAGES: 
Although precipitation occurred over the fire yesterday, fire activity and smoke will be visible in the area. The Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway remains OPEN. Those recreating or traveling in the fire area are encouraged to be aware of the situation and to pay attention to increased fire traffic. If traveling in the area please slow down, drive 35 MPH, and yield to firefighting equipment, engines, and vehicles.
 

CURRENT STATUS/PLANNED ACTIONS:  
Yesterday, there was observed fire growth on the north and west flanks, toward Grouse Lakes and fire backing toward Reservoir Creek. Hotshot crews and hand crews continued constructing fire line on the east flank of the fire progressing west toward lower Grouse Lake, utilizing natural features where opportunities were available. 
Additional resources are continuing mop up operations (eliminating heat sources in the burned area) and securing the fire line near structures along Pettengill Creek towards Reservoir Creek. Smoke is still visible throughout the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway and Wise River vicinity. 
 

WEATHER AND FIRE BEHAVIOR:
Monday’s temperatures were warmer with gusty winds and thunderstorms. Fire behavior was active with growth primarily on the north flank. Today, near critical fire weather is expected with minimum relative humidities and gusty winds. Active fire behavior is expected to continue with movement primarily up the Grouse Creek drainage and sub-drainages. 
 

CLOSURES AND RESTRICTIONS:
The Beaverhead-Deerlodge National Forest has issued an Area/Road/Trail Closure (Closure #01-02-03-24-05) effective July 31, 2024. This Order is for public and firefighter safety during fire suppression efforts of the Grouse Fire. Closure information and maps are posted on the Forests’ website and the fire’s Inciweb page as they are in place. https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/mtbdf-grouse.

A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place over the fire area.
The Forest is in Stage 1 Fire Restrictions. Campfires are allowed only in a permanent metal fire grate/ring provided by the Forest Service in a designated, developed recreation site. Smoking is restricted to vehicles, in buildings, or in an area clear of flammable materials. Devices with an on/off switch that use LPG fuels are allowed in an area clear of flammable materials within 3 feet of the device. 
 

Recursos responden a los ataques iniciales de los incendios cercanos y refuerzan las líneas existentes.

Acres: 20,018 acres | Fecha de inicio: 21 de Julio 2024 | Causa: Rayo | Combustibles: Madera, hierba, arbustos.

Contención: 57% | Recursos: 444

Martes, 6 de Agosto de 2024

Puntos Sobresalientes: Los bomberos del incendio Courtrock continúan realizando un trabajo excepcional reforzando la contención alrededor del borde del incendio, trabajando hacia la extinción total. Los bomberos también han estado ocupados ayudando a otras agencias en las áreas locales con varios inicios de incendios nuevos desde el fin de semana, incluidos los que comenzaron después de las tormentas del domingo por la noche que azotaron el este de Oregon. Los equipos respondieron a tres nuevos inicios de incendios dentro del área local y también ayudaron en uno un poco más al oeste: el incendio Elk Lane de 1,000 acres en el condado de Jefferson, justo al oeste de Madrás, iniciado por una fuente indeterminada.  
 

Descripción general: En el lado superior oeste del incendio, donde se contiene el fuego, los bomberos están cortando ramas y otros combustibles que fueron cortados para detener la propagación del fuego. Luego, estos combustibles se esparcen en el suelo para comenzar a tratar los daños causados durante la construcción del cortafuegos. Los bomberos que trabajaban en el lado superior este del incendio en el área sin equipos de contención realizaron un rastreo en frío, que a menudo se refiere a la búsqueda de brasas restantes. El derrame que cruzó una línea de contención en el lado superior este del incendio ahora está completamente revestido con una manguera alrededor y sosteniéndolo. Los equipos en el extremo sur del incendio patrullaban el borde del incendio en busca de puntos críticos persistentes. Vuelos infrarrojos recientes sobre el incendio han confirmado una cantidad significativamente menor de señales de calor provenientes del interior del incendio. Las tácticas y los objetivos operativos seguirán siendo los mismos hoy con respecto al trabajo continuo para extinguir aún más los puntos críticos dentro del perímetro.
 

Un grupo de ataque inicial está ayudando con otros incendios, incluido el incendio Bennett, de más de 400 acres, al noroeste de Antelope en el condado de Wasco; el incendio Wildhorse, un incendio de 60 acres al sur de Spray, cerca de Steamboat Mountain; y el incendio Indian Hollow, un incendio de 75 acres en el condado de Wheeler.
 

Clima: Las temperaturas serán similares o ligeramente más frías que el lunes, entre 80 y 90 grados en toda el área del incendio. Se esperan vientos tranquilos del norte/noroeste, con ráfagas en las crestas de 15 a 20 mph. No se pronostican preocupaciones climáticas significativas. Es posible que aún se vea humo esta semana a medida que los combustibles se sequen y las temperaturas aumenten.
 

Evacuaciones: Todas las áreas que rodean el incendio Courtrock están en estado de evacuación de nivel 1 (esté preparado).

• Para obtener información sobre la evacuación del Condado de Grant, visite la página de Facebook de la Oficina de Manejo de Emergencias del Condado de Grant o regístrese en el Sistema de Alerta de Emergencias del Condado de Grant: https://member.everbridge.net/825462649520134/login.
• Para obtener información sobre la evacuación del Condado de Morrow, visite la página de Facebook de la Oficina del Sheriff del condado de Morrow.

Refugios: 

• El centro de evacuación está establecido en Grant Union High School, 911 S Canyon Blvd., John Day, OR 97845.

Cierres:

• El Servicio Forestal de EE. UU. ha emitido cierres para el Bosque Nacional Malheur. Para obtener información sobre los cierres del Bosque Nacional Malheur, visite https://www.fs.usda.gov/news/malheur/news-events

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Firefighters continue mop-up, containment at 39%

UKIAH, Ore. – Overnight, firefighters pushed containment to 39% as they continued to extinguish lingering hot spots and increasing mop-up depth. Today, crews will continue mop-up operations around the entire perimeter of the fire. Firefighters will pay special attention to the duff, the dense layer of pine needles that accumulates in the understory, under Juniper trees and limb them up to ensure that no fire smolders and climbs branches later in the summer.

Firefighters will continue securing the area between Ditch Creek and the Potamus drainage as they bring the fire to control features along the ridgetops where it’s flatter and more defensible. Late in the evening and overnight, with the cooler temperatures, crews will burn the light vegetation to those firelines at a low intensity to remove the grass and brush but leave trees intact. Crews will also continue building contingencies and a shaded fuel break north of that area as an additional safeguard for homes and natural resources.

Crews will also continue suppression repair work along lines considered fully contained, especially along the east and southeast. Suppression repair work consists of burying firelines, knocking down berms built by bulldozers and using waterbars diverting runoff to minimize potential soil erosion and environmental impacts. Crews will also remove hazardous, standing dead timber near firelines and roads.  

Residents should continue to expect to see smoke in the interior and the unburnt island within the fire perimeter as unburnt vegetation burns well within the fire’s footprint. Crews will continue to patrol the fire perimeter throughout the summer to check fire behavior and ensure the fire doesn’t escape. 

Oregon Department of Forestry’s Incident Management Team 3 will be passing the baton to Southwest Complex Incident Management Team 3 tomorrow. The entire team would like to extend our thanks and appreciation to the Ukiah, Dale, Ritter, Long Creek, Monument and Heppner communities for their unwavering support during this challenging incident. It has been an honor to serve.

Evacuations: Learn more about current evacuation levels at:

• For Umatilla County, follow www.facebook.com/UmatillaCountySheriff or sign up for Umatilla County Emergency Alert System at https://member.everbridge.net/index/2590041373147145.
• For Grant County, visit the RAPTOR arcgis site or sign up for alerts at: https://member.everbridge.net/index/825462649520134.
• For Morrow County, visit https://experience.arcgis.com/
  experience/de78333b0d2544f7a320142174aa20ae 

Public Land Closures:

The Bureau of Land Management has closed public lands along the John Day River from Kimberly to Dale, and from Kimberly to Service Creek. More information here: https://www.blm.gov/programs/public-safety-and-fire/fire-and-aviation/regional-info/oregon-washington/fire-restrictions.

The Umatilla National Forest has implemented a closure for public lands within the Heppner Ranger District and the North Fork John Day Ranger District. More information at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/umatilla/news-events/?cid=FSEPRD1194462 and https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/umatilla/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5286768.

FIRE AT A GLANCE

Total Estimated Complex Size: 181,941 acres
Monkey Creek Fire: 177,457 acres
North Fork Owens:  4,484 acres
Total Containment 39%
Cause: Under Investigation  
Estimated Cost: $51,180,190

All Resources 
Hand Crews: 57      
Engines: 74   
Water Tenders: 38
Dozers: 22
Helicopters: 9
Total Personnel: 1,805 

Resources Respond to Initial Attacks on Fires and Reinforce Existing Containment Lines

Acres: 20,018 acres | Start Date: July 21st, 2024 | Cause: Lightning | Fuels: Timber, grass, brush

Containment: 57% |Resources: 444

MONUMENT, Ore. – Firefighters on the Courtrock Fire continue to perform exceptional work reinforcing containment all around the fire’s edge, working toward full suppression. Firefighters have also been busy assisting other agencies in the local areas with several new fire starts since the weekend, including ones that started after the Sunday night Thunderstorms rolled through eastern Oregon. Crews responded to three new fire starts within the local area and also lent a hand to one a little further out west – the 1,000-acre Elk Lane Fire in Jefferson County, just west of Madras, started by an undetermined source. 
 

Overview – On the upper west side of the fire, where the fire is contained, firefighters are chipping branches and other fuels that were cut to stop the fire spread. These fuels are then spread out on the ground to begin treating damage done during fireline construction. Firefighters working the upper east side of the fire in the area without containment crews conducted cold trailing, which often refers to searching for remaining embers. The slopover that crossed a containment line on the upper east side of the fire is now fully lined with a hose around it and holding. Crews on the south end of the fire were patrolling the fire’s edge, looking for lingering hotspots. Recent infrared flights over the fire have confirmed significantly fewer heat signatures coming from the fire’s interior. Tactics and operational objectives will remain the same today regarding the continued work to further extinguish hotspots within the perimeter. 
 

An initial attack group is assisting with other fires, including the Bennett Fire, more than 400 acres, northwest of Antelope in Wasco County; the Wildhorse Fire, a 60-acre fire south of Spray, near Steamboat Mountain; and the Indian Hollow Fire, a 75-acre fire in Wheeler County. 
 

Weather– Temperatures will be similar or slightly cooler than Monday, mid-80s to mid-90s across the fire area. Calm winds out of the north/northwest are expected, with ridgeline gusts from 15-20 mph. No significant weather concerns are forecast. Smoke may still be visible this week as fuels dry out and temperatures rise.


Evacuations– All areas surrounding and including the Courtrock Fire are in Level 1 evacuation status (Be Ready).

• For Grant County evacuation information, visit Grant County Emergency Management Office’s Facebook page, or sign up for the Grant County Emergency Alert System at https://member.everbridge.net/825462649520134/login. 
• For Morrow County evacuation information, visit the link below. 
  
   

Shelters: 

• Evacuation center is set up at Grant Union High School, 911 S Canyon Blvd., John Day, OR 97845.
   

Closures:

• The U.S. Forest Service has issued closures for the Malheur National Forest. For Malheur National Forest closures information, visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/news/malheur/news-events• 
   

Fire crews continued to work on the lightning caused wildfires across the Forest, aided by airtankers, scoopers and helicopters. Additional resources are on order to assist the Tonto National Forest. 

The Forest is prioritizing the incidents based on threats to communities and infrastructure. The main fires to highlight are: 

Tonto Basin Ranger District

Wally Fire, 1 mile southwest of Tonto Basin and Hwy 188, estimated 450 acres, Gila County, 75 personnel, gusty winds remain a concern for firefighters. Scoopers were very effective helping slow fire spread toward Tonto Basin. Gila County issued a SET alert for all residents on the west side of Hwy 188 in Tonto Basin. 

Asher Fire, 4 miles north of Tonto Basin and 2 miles east of Hwy 188, estimated 200+ acres, Gil County, two engines assisted by aircraft are working to suppress the fire. Strong winds started pushing the fire at dusk which resulted in the fire spreading south and west toward Tonto Creek. There is no immediate threat to communities this evening. Additional resources will be on the incident tomorrow. 

Cave Creek Ranger District

Clair Fire, southwest of Horseshoe Lake Reservoir off Forest Road 205, 2,000 acres, Maricopa County, Horseshoe Lake campgrounds are evacuated, Horseshoe Dam Road is closed. Local fire departments are assisting with the incident. Airtankers were used to drop retardant to slow fire spread around the fire perimeter. 

Bartlett Fire, west side of Bartlett Lake north of Bartlett Flats, estimated 2,000 acres, Maricopa County. Active fire behavior with running, torching and spotting was reported. Crews are engaged in firing operations to remove fuel in advance of the main fire to slow forward progression. Bartlett recreation sites are evacuated, and Bartlett Dam Road is closed. 

Skeleton Fire, Agua Fria National Monument east of Highway 17, estimated 20,963 acres, has spread east onto the Tonto National Forest near Forest Road 14. The fire started on Bureau of Land Management land. More info:  ow.ly/A2p050SQPCt 

This is an ongoing situation, and more information will be provided as it becomes available. 

More information: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/

The Diamond Complex on the Umpqua National Forest consists of 27 lightning-caused fires totaling approximately 6,630 acres, with 553 people assigned. The containment percentages vary per fire. The Middle Fork Fire in the northwest corner of Crater Lake National Park has 52 people assigned, but the Diamond Complex is sharing resources as needed.  Crater Lake National Park remains open. 

Due to an active fire season, resources are stretched thin in the Pacific Northwest and across the nation. Fires are prioritized to address those most threatening critical values at risk. The highest priorities for protection are the fires threatening life, property, transportation, hydropower infrastructure and developed recreation areas.  

OPERATIONS:  

Middle Fork Fire (2,315 acres, 1% contained): Dozer operators completed work to open the 2015 National Creek Complex firelines yesterday, and crews will now begin installing hoses and sprinkler systems along it. The intent is to stop the Middle Fork’s northward spread and confine it within the park. Crews are working on finishing road prep along Wizard Creek southwest of the fire.  The Pacific Crest Trail from the Dutton Ridge Intersection to Hwy 138, Lightning Springs, Bald Crater Loop, Bert Creek, and Boundary Springs Trails (within the park) are closed.   

Diamond Complex Fires 

Pine Bench Fire (North of Hwy 138 near Dry Creek, 2,148 acres, 15% contained): Firefighters are mopping up and cutting down snags (hazard trees) on the east side. To the northeast, crews are prepping indirect lines and installing hose lays along the constructed dozer line. Additional road systems are being prepped on the east as a contingency line to protect infrastructure at Tokatee Falls if needed. On the west side, masticators have cleared vegetation along the power line corridor, and crews are prepping the road along Dry Gulch Creek. Fire managers will scout for additional indirect holding features and locations to construct dozer line. Firefighters continue to use helicopters to drop water on the west edge as visibility allows, although smoke inhibited operations yesterday. 

Potter Fire (North of Hwy 138, two miles southeast of Potter Mountain, 1316 acres, 0% contained): South of the fire, fuels mitigation is nearing completion around critical Pacificorp hydropower infrastructure. Firefighters will continue wrapping trestles and supports and setting up sprinkler systems. Fire managers are scouting ridges and road systems for fireline opportunities. 

Trep Fire (About four miles south of Hwy 138, 257 acres, 0% contained): This fire continues to show increased activity but spread to the east is currently hanging up in Bear Creek. Firefighters utilized helicopters to conduct water drops to cool the fire’s edge. Heavy equipment operators got dozer line around the eastern piece. Crews will continue to improve holding features while mopping up on the west.  

Ooya Fire (North of Hwy 138, one mile northeast of Bird Point, 188 acres 0% contained): Fire managers are scouting road systems in the northeast corner for direct and indirect opportunities to stop the fire. Significant power infrastructure is to the south of this fire, making it a high priority. 

Brodie Fire (Five miles south of Hwy 138, south of Devils Canyon, 141 acres, 0% contained): Fire managers are assessing road systems for opportunities to keep the fire in its current footprint. 

Lemolo Fire (North of Lemolo Lake on Bunker Hill, 1247 acres, 20% contained): A pocket of unburned vegetation on the south side has shown increased activity in the last few days. Firefighters have been waiting for the right conditions to complete strategic firing operations in this area and expect that work to occur today. Crews will continue to cool hot spots and patrol areas where firing operations previously occurred. 

Trail Fire (East of Hwy 138 on the west slope of Mt. Thielsen, 843 acres, 40% contained): This fire is currently unstaffed and will be patrolled from the air. The contained area is on the west side along Highway 138. 

Bear Trap Fire (Two miles south of Hwy 138 near Bear Trap Mountain, 64 acres, 50% contained): Crews continue to mop up around the fire’s edge. 

Watson Fire (237 acres, 50% contained), and Loafer Fire (40 acres, 50% contained): Crews continue their successful containment and mop up on these fires. 

Other fires within the Diamond Complex:   

Trap Fire (One mile south of Hwy 138 near Trap Mountain, 16 acres, 0% contained)   

Rough Fire (11 acres, 25% contained)  

Campwood Fire (Two miles south of Hwy 138, 20 acres, 25% contained)  

Wood Fire (Two miles south of Hwy 139, 23 acres, 25% contained)  

Canal Fire (1 acre, 75% contained) 

Slide Fire (Northeast of Pine Bench, 0.1 acres, 95% contained) 

Elephant Fire (Two miles southwest of Lemolo Lake, 0.7 acres, 95% contained) 

Sheep Fire (Three miles north of Diamond Lake, 0.3 acres, 95% contained)  

Thin Fire (Four miles northwest of Diamond Lake, 0.6 acre, 95% contained)  

Pig Iron Fire (Near Pig Iron Mountain north of Hwy 138, 27 acres, 95% contained) 

Garwood Fire (About three miles southwest of Mt. Bailey, 5 acres, 95% contained) 

Mowich Fire (One mile north of Hwy 138, 0.4 acre, 95% contained)  

Toolbox Fire (0.1 acres, 95% contained)  

Fires 100% contained: Clearwater Fire (0.7 acre), Birds Fire (0.1 acres), Dog Fire (0.1 acres) 

WEATHER AND FIRE BEHAVIOR:  The warming and drying trend continues through the week, resulting in longer burn periods and an uptick in fire activity. Fire behavior will continue to depend partially on smoke conditions. If the day is clear with little smoke, the fires will see more sun with potentially more active fire behavior. However, if there is lots of smoke, this could slightly lower temperatures and increase relative humidity, tampering fire behavior. 

SMOKE OUTLOOK:  Smoke will remain in the area and may reduce visibility and hinder air operations. For the most up to date information, please visit fire.airnow.gov/  

CLOSURES, RESTRICTIONS, EVACUATIONS: Umpqua National Forest has issued two closures across the forest in response to fire activity to protect public and wildland firefighter safety. Emergency Fire Closure ORDER NO. 06-15-24-03 and Emergency Fire Closure ORDER NO. 06-15-02-24-01 impacts all the Cottage Grove Ranger District, most of the Diamond Lake Ranger District, and parts of the Tiller and North Umpqua Ranger Districts. The closure orders can be found here: www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/umpqua/alerts-notices. Fire danger is set at VERY HIGH, and Public Use Restrictions Level 3 ORDER NO. 06-15-24-04 is in effect: https://tinyurl.com/PublicUseRestrictions  

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office downgraded the evacuation order for the Trail Fire from a Level 2: BE SET to a Level 1: Get Ready, but the Level 3: GO NOW remains in effect for the Trail Fire east of Hwy 138. The Level 2: BE SET and Level 3: GO NOW evacuations for the Lemolo Fire remain in place. There is still a Level 2: BE SET for the Pine Bench Fire. For more information visit the Douglas Co. Sheriff’s Office website: www.dcso.com/evacuations