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8024CottageGroveLane1Update 08 02 2024

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Cottage Grove – Lane 1 Fires Daily Update – Friday, August 2, 2024

The Cottage Grove – Lane 1 Fires are a total of 12,629 acres and is considered 7% contained. Percent containment represents sections of fire line that pose no escape risk without further action from firefighters. There are currently 987personnel assigned to the incident. 

 

In preparation of burnout operations, firefighters have been prepping along Forest Road 2241-748 between the Cottage Grove – Lane 1 Fires, as well as prepping on existing roads and dozer lines on the west side of the fires.  Ignitions are planned to commence as soon as weather conditions are appropriate. Scooper Planes may be operating out of Dorena Lake to support fire operations.

 

Informational Meeting: Friday Night August 2, 2024 @ 6:00 pm, Cottage Grove Faith Center

33761 Row River Rd, Cottage Grove, OR

 

Closures: Due to the wildfires, the Umpqua National Forest has issued Forest Order No. 06-15-24-03 and Forest Order No. 06-15-02-24-01 that can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/aler/umpqua/alerts-notices.

The Bureau of Land Management has issued the following emergency closure for Lane County: https://www.blm.gov/announcement/bureau-land-management-expands-emergency-fire-closure-due-cottage-grove-lane-1-fire

The following County roads are closed except to owners of private lands accessed from these roads: Brice Creek Road east of Umpqua National Forest Boundary, all of Sharps Creek Road. 

Evacuations: A “Level 2” evacuation notice is in effect for the Bohemia Mining District and Fairview PeakAdditionally, a “Level 1” evacuation notice has been issued by the Lane County Sheriff’s Department for areas east of Disston, starting at Brice Creek Road milepost 0.7 and following Brice Creek Road southAn evacuation map is available at: www.LaneCountyOR.gov/Lane1Fire.

Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR): A “TFR” is in place at an altitude from the surface up to and including 8500 feet, daily (24 hours) until further notice. Complete information is available at https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_4_4814.html. Flying a drone near or around a wildfire compromises the safety of pilots and interferes with firefighting efforts.

 

For further information visit the Inciweb links for each Cottage Grove-Lane 1 fires below:

Lane 1: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/or77s-Cottage-Grove-lane-1 

Adam Mountain: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-adam-mountain

 

 

Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM   E-mail: 2024.lane1@firenet.gov

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CottageGroveLane1Fires2024


Grouse Fire Update 08 01 2024

Related Incident: Grouse
Publication Type: News

Grouse Fire Update

Incident Commander:  D. Hammack, C. Olander, (T)
Location:  10 miles southwest of Wise River, MT
Start Date: 7/25/2024 
Cause: Undetermined
Size: 800 acres 
Resources on Site:  4 type 2 IA crews; 2 hotshot crews; 7 engines; 1 skidgen; and 3 helicopters available to assist
Total Personnel:  138

KEY MESSAGES: 
Effective today an Area/Road/Trail Closure is in effect for the vicinity of the fire perimeter. The Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway has a large amount of firefighting equipment and crews; motorists in the area are urged to slow down, look for 35 MPH speed signs, be aware of the increased traffic, and yield to firefighting apparatus and vehicles.

Fire managers and agency officials are considering night operations, and ensuring public and firefighter safety and protecting life and property are of the utmost importance.
 

CURRENT STATUS/PLANNED ACTIONS: 
On Wednesday, crews continued to improve Forest Road 186, (Pettengill Rd), in preparation to use it as a containment line. Yesterday a reconnaissance flight was requested to aid in assessing fire perimeter size, however due to heavy demand of aerial resources in the region, it was unavailable.
Firefighters are monitoring previous installed water-handling equipment (pumps, hoses, and sprinklers) around structures in the Pettengill Creek area. In the coming days, crews will plan on using existing and improved control features (such as prepped firelines) for burnout operations to lessen the fire’s impact to critical values at risk.

On Thursday, fire mitigation strategies, such as burnouts will be considered to help secure and maintain the fire line. These activities help reduce the risk to our fire crews while also minimizing the impact on the surrounding values at risk. The public should be aware that an increase in visible smoke is highly probably over the next few days. As conditions allow, fire personnel will be utilizing helicopters as needed to support operations. 
 

WEATHER AND FIRE BEHAVIOR:
The fire continues to move primarily up the Grouse Creek drainage and sub-drainages. As drier weather persists Friday through Sunday, temperatures could top out near 100 degrees. Light westerly winds in the afternoon on Wednesday will start to lower the relative humidity.

Tomorrow active fire movement on all flanks is expected, with fire backing downhill towards Pettengill Creek and to the north towards Grouse Creek and the Pioneer Mountains Scenic Byway. As hotter weather persists, fire managers will be monitoring increased fire behavior and potential for spotting.
Dead fuels along the ridges at the highest elevations are consuming completely. If winds align with terrain, in combination with the dry fuels, extreme fire behavior with active movement can be expected. These conditions pose additional hazards to firefighters, limiting access and affecting on-the-ground progress.
 

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.

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.

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. 
 


Media Update 8022024 AM Courtrock Spanish version 08 03 2024

Related Incident: Courtrock Fire
Publication Type: News

Las cuadrillas siguen mejorando los cortafuegos en preparación para la alerta meteorológica de incendios de hoy


MONUMENT, Ore. – Hoy, el incendio Courtrock está bajo una advertencia de calor excesivo, y a partir de esta tarde existe una advertencia de bandera roja y una alerta meteorológica de incendio.


8024CottageGroveLane1Update 08 02 2024

Related Incident: Cottage Grove - Lane 1
Publication Type: News

Cottage Grove – Lane 1 Fires Daily Update – Friday, August 2, 2024

The Cottage Grove – Lane 1 Fires are a total of 12,629 acres and is considered 7% contained. Percent containment represents sections of fire line that pose no escape risk without further action from firefighters. There are currently 987 personnel assigned to the incident. 

 

In preparation of burnout operations, firefighters have been prepping along Forest Road 2241-748 between the Cottage Grove – Lane 1 Fires, as well as prepping on existing roads and dozer lines on the west side of the fires.  Ignitions are planned to commence as soon as weather conditions are appropriate. Scooper Planes may be operating out of Dorena Lake to support fire operations.

 

Informational Meeting: Friday Night August 2, 2024 @ 6:00 pm, Cottage Grove Faith Center

33761 Row River Rd, Cottage Grove, OR

 

Closures: Due to the wildfires, the Umpqua National Forest has issued Forest Order No. 06-15-24-03 and Forest Order No. 06-15-02-24-01 that can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/aler/umpqua/alerts-notices.

The Bureau of Land Management has issued the following emergency closure for Lane County: https://www.blm.gov/announcement/bureau-land-management-expands-emergency-fire-closure-due-cottage-grove-lane-1-fire

The following County roads are closed except to owners of private lands accessed from these roads: Brice Creek Road east of Umpqua National Forest Boundary, all of Sharps Creek Road. 

Evacuations: A “Level 2” evacuation notice is in effect for the Bohemia Mining District and Fairview PeakAdditionally, a “Level 1” evacuation notice has been issued by the Lane County Sheriff’s Department for areas east of Disston, starting at Brice Creek Road milepost 0.7 and following Brice Creek Road southAn evacuation map is available at: www.LaneCountyOR.gov/Lane1Fire.

Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR): A “TFR” is in place at an altitude from the surface up to and including 8500 feet, daily (24 hours) until further notice. Complete information is available at https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_4_4814.html. Flying a drone near or around a wildfire compromises the safety of pilots and interferes with firefighting efforts.

 

For further information visit the Inciweb links for each Cottage Grove-Lane 1 fires below:

Lane 1: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/or77s-Cottage-Grove-lane-1 

Adam Mountain: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-adam-mountain

 

 

Hours: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM   E-mail: 2024.lane1@firenet.gov

Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/CottageGroveLane1Fires2024


2024 SQF Lightning Daily Incident Update 08 02 2024

Related Incident: 2024 SQF Lightning
Publication Type: News

Trout Fire: Interior islands burned through the night with low to moderate intensity. The southern flank in the area of the Pinnacles saw moderate fire behavior with short range spotting. Crews will continue direct line construction along the eastern and southern flanks of the fire where terrain permits. Crews will be utilized to improve the trail from the termination of Mosquito Meadow Rd to Big Meadow and the adjacent ridge to the west, enhancing protection to the community of Horse Meadow. Fire spread outside the current containment lines is anticipated to be minimal, however, gusty winds and potential for thunderstorms raise concern for short-range spotting.

Long Fire: Fire activity remains minimal with containment at 95 percent. A patrol status is being maintained to periodically reassess for any changes.

Borel Fire: For continuing information, please visit: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/casqf-borel-fire 

 

Weather & Air Quality: Hot and dry conditions are anticipated through the weekend. Monsoonal moisture will bring a chance of showers and thunderstorms with possible dry lightning along with strong downdrafts with outflow winds of 30-40mph. Triple-digit heat is expected over the lower elevations of the fire complex by Sunday and Monday. These hot and dry conditions combined with the potential for dry lightning has resulted in a period of critical fire weather. A Red Flag Warning has been issued through Friday night. 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: Residents under an evacuation warning or order can go to either the Tehachapi Education Center (126 S. Snyder Ave., Tehachapi) or Burroughs High School (500 E French Ave, Ridgecrest). 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: Portions of Caliente Bodfish Road are 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.

  • 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-734, KRN-735, KRN-736, KRN-737, KRN-738, KRN-739, KRN-740, KRN-741, KRN-742, KRN-743, KRN-747-A, KRN747-B and KRN-748.
  • The following zones are under an evacuation warning: KRN-100-B, KRN-102-B, KRN- 419, KRN- 729, KRN-730, KRN-731, KRN-732, KRN-733, KRN-744, KRN-749, KRN-750 and KRN-752.
  • Tulare County has evacuation warnings and advisories in effect due to the Trout and Long Fires. The following zones are under an evacuation warning: TLC-E274-B and TLC-E261-B. The following zones are under an evacuation advisory: TLC-E297-A, TLC-E250, TLC-E274-A, and TLC-E261-A.

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2024 Borel Fire Daily Incident Update 08 02 2024

Related Incident: Borel Fire
Publication Type: News

Current Situation: The Borel Fire has burned 59,389 acres. Ensuring the safety of residents and protecting property remain top priorities. There are still evacuation orders and warnings in place. On Thursday, the status of several evacuation zones was updated. See the Evacuation section below for current evacuation zones. Residents can check the status of their zone using Genasys Protect's interactive map at tinyurl.com/jcdv55f9. Inspection teams continue their assessment, documentation, and mapping of all impacted structures within the fire perimeter. This careful and calculated approach will help us make informed decisions and provide the necessary resources and support to those in need. The Borel fire is under a unified command led by the California Interagency Incident Management Team (CIIMT) 11, Kern County Fire Department, and Kern County Sheriff’s Office.

Borel Fire: The Borel Fire has slowed its progression due to strong firefighting efforts along with changes in vegetation and topography. Calm winds and much higher relative humidities, after sunset, reduced fire activity in most areas of the fire overnight. The southern edge of the fire is north of Walker Basin, where crews are continuing work to protect structures and connect hand and dozer line to hold the fire in its current footprint. In the northern section, firefighters are patrolling the Kern Canyon Road corridor, and have held the fire south of Sandy Dip. Crews continue to monitor and perform mop-up operations along Caliente-Bodish Road. The eastern and southeastern corner of the fire are still active, but had minimal overnight growth. Helicopters worked late into the evening to slow the spread of the fire in this area. Firefighters are focusing on protecting structures and establishing containment lines around active fire fronts. Contingency line continues to be constructed by to protect the community of Claraville.

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

 

Weather & Air Quality: Significantly cooler temperatures are expected today, with dry lightning and thunderstorms, and gusty outflow winds of up to 18 mph. Westerly winds will remain on the western portion of the fire, while southerly winds will flow on the eastern portion. A Red Flag Warning is in place until 8:00pm tonight. 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: Residents under an evacuation warning or order can go to the Tehachapi Education Center located at 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: 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. On Thursday, several changes to evacuation orders and warnings were announced, as described below. 

Be advised, the Borel Fire is not fully contained, only the zones listed below have been reduced. All other evacuation orders and warnings are still in effect. Please be aware that firefighting activities will continue for several more days or weeks. If any other areas become threatened, additional warnings and instructions will be issued. 

Zone 735: Genasys Zone KRN-735 has been split North and South at Ball Mountain. The southern portion, now KRN-735-B, will remain in an Evacuation ORDER. The northern portion, now KRN-735-A, has been downgraded to an evacuation WARNING. Those that remain under an evacuation warning should stay PREPARED to leave. The situation can change quickly, and visibility in the area may be reduced and roads can become blocked. 

Zone 750: The southern portion, KRN-750-A, will remain in Evacuation Warning status. Those that remain under an evacuation warning should stay PREPARED to leave. The situation can change quickly, and visibility in the area may be reduced and roads can become blocked. The evacuation warning status of the northern portion, KRN-750-B, has been restored to a normal status. There are no further advisories for Zone KRN-750-B. 

Zone 748: Zone KRN-748 has been downgraded to an Evacuation Warning status. Residents returning to the area should remain PREPARED to leave. The situation can change quickly, and visibility in the area may be reduced and roads can become blocked. 

Zone 734: The evacuation order for Zone KRN-734 has been lifted. There are no further advisories for this zone. 

Zones 752, 729, 730, 731, 732, 733 and 749: Zones KRN-752, 729, 730, 731, 732, 733 and 749 have all been restored to a normal status. There are no further advisories in place for these zones.

The Genasys Protect zone status is listed below.

  • 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, KRN-740, KRN-741, KRN-742, KRN-743, KRN-747-A, and KRN747-B.
  • The following zones are under an evacuation warning: KRN-100-B, KRN-102-B, KRN- 419, KRN-735-A, KRN-744, KRN-748, and KRN-750-A.

Actualizacin diaria del incendio Microwave Tower 08 02 2024

Related Incident: Microwave Tower Fire
Publication Type: News

Tamaño: 1,311 acres

Fecha de inicio: 22 de julio de 2024

Causa: A ser determinada

Ubicación: 5 millas al oeste de Mosier, OR

Contención:  84%

Combustibles: Arbustos, restos de madera y césped

Aspectos destacados:

Ayer las cuadrillas tuvieron éxito con la quema táctica de secciones en el interior. Esta táctica se utilizó para reducir la cantidad de vegetación no quemada y ayudará a disminuir la cantidad de fuego activo y humo dentro del perímetro. Los bomberos continuaron el trabajo de neutralización a lo largo del cortafuegos y la contención aumentó a 84%.

Operaciones:

Ayer, las cuadrillas monitorearon y patrullaron el borde del incendio. Las cuadrillas de locomotoras a lo largo de la línea sur neutralizaron un foco de calor en el interior que ardía con un combustible mixto de coníferas. En la línea noroeste, el terreno es empinado con el peligro de rocas rodantes y escombros. Las cuadrillas manuales llevaron el cabo el trabajo de neutralización según fuera necesario y donde fuera posible. Se mejorá el cortafuegos a lo largo del extremo noreste del incendio.

Hoy, las cuadrillas seguirán vigilando todo el perímetro del incendio para garantizar la seguridad de las líneas, extinguir focos de calor donde sea accesible y aumentar la contención desde Old Hwy 30 hasta I-84.

Clima e intensidad del incendio:

Se pronostican nuevamente condiciones cálidas y secas para el día hoy, y seguirán ardiendo secciones residuales de vegetación lo que producirá humo visible junto con posibles llamas. Se pide a los conductores que tengan cuidado en la Interestatal 84, ya que los bomberos siguen trabajando en la zona.

Evacuaciones:

Siguen vigentes las evacuaciones de nivel 2 y 1 en el condado de Wasco: https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff

Sigue vigente la evacuación de nivel 1 en el condado de Hood River: https://www.facebook.com/hrcso

Caminos y vías cerrados:

Para garantizar la seguridad del público y de los bomberos, existen órdenes de cierre para el sendero Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail y carreteras en el condado Hood River. Podrá encontrar los detalles de estos cierres en sus páginas web: https://www.hoodrivercounty.gov/closures and https://stateparks.oregon.gov/ 

Para mantenerse informado sobre las condiciones actualizadas en la Interestatal 84, visite https://tripcheck.com/

 

Total de recursos asignados al incendio:

Aprox. 123 personal

4 equipos de obreos

9 camiones de bomberos

2 tanques de agua

3 topadoras

y 1 tractor.                              

Información de contacto: 

Correo electrónico: 2024.microwavetower@firenet.gov,

Teléfono: 541-208-1744, de 8 a.m. a 8 p.m. 


Microwave Tower Fire Update Friday 08 02 2024

Related Incident: Microwave Tower Fire
Publication Type: News

Size: 1,311 acres

Start Date: July 22, 2024

Cause: Undetermined

Location: 5 miles west of Mosier, OR

Containment:  84%

Fuels: Brush, timber, and grass

 

Highlights:

Crews were successful with tactical firing of interior pockets yesterday. This tactic was used to decrease the amount of unburned vegetation and will help decrease the amount of active fire and smoke within the perimeter. Firefighters continued mopping up along the fire line and were able to increase containment to 84%.

Operations:

Yesterday, crews monitored and patrolled the fire’s perimeter. Along the southern line, engine crews mopped up an interior hot spot burning in mixed conifer fuel type. On the northwestern line, terrain is steep with rolling rocks and debris hazards. Hand crews mopped up as needed and where safety permitted. The fire line was improved along the northeastern edge of the fire.  

Today, crews will continue to monitor the entire fire’s perimeter to ensure continued security of lines, extinguish hot spots where accessible, and work to increase containment from Old Hwy 30 to I-84. 

Fire Behavior and Weather:

Hot and dry conditions are forecasted again for today, and residual pockets of vegetation will continue to burn producing visible smoke and potential flames. Drivers are asked to please use caution on Interstate 84 as firefighters are still working in the area. 

Evacuations:

Level 2 and 1 evacuations remain in effect for Wasco County: https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff 

Level 1 evacuations remain in effect for Hood River County: https://www.facebook.com/hrcso 

Road and Trail Closures:

For public and firefighter safety, closures are in place for The Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail and for roads in Hood River County. Details of these closures are available on their websites: https://www.hoodrivercounty.gov/closures and https://stateparks.oregon.gov/

To stay informed on the most up-to-date road conditions on Interstate 84, visit https://tripcheck.com/ 

 

Total Fire Resources Assigned:

Approx. 123 personnel, 4 hand crews, 9 engines, 2 water tenders, 3 dozers, and 1 skidder.                                   

Contact Information: 

Email: 2024.microwavetower@firenet.gov,

Phone: 541-208-1744, 8 A.M - 8 P.M


Battle Mountain Complex 08 02 2024

Related Incident: Battle Mountain Complex
Publication Type: News

Progress continues on the Battle Mountain Complex, firefighters prepare for Red Flag Conditions.

UKIAH, Ore. – Firefighters continue to make strides holding lines and building containment on the Battle Mountain Complex as they prepare for rising temperatures and Red Flag Conditions today. 

Temperatures have been rising steadily and are expected to crest 100 degrees today. Fire officials also expect wind gusts up to 20 miles per hour in addition to limited visibility from smoke from other fires in the region. High temperatures are expected to persist through next week with lightning possible this weekend. 

Today, firefighters will focus on gaining mop-up depth and cooling materials deeper from the perimeter along the entire fire. As temperatures rise, mop up helps ensure that any reheated or ignited materials can’t escape the fire perimeter. 

In Zone I, crews continue mopping up around structures and extending containment. Firefighters will continue mopping up along the southeast corner of the Monkey Creek fire near Monument. They’re also focused on securing containment along the north. 

In Zone II, firefighters are focused on the north-central region between Ditch Creek and the Potamus drainage as they look to bring the fire to control features where they can stop the fire. 

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’s perimeter, including portions considered contained.

Oregon Department of Forestry Incident Management Team 1 will transfer command of the Monkey Creek Fire to ODF Incident Management Team 3 tonight at 6:00 pm. This will put Team 3 in command of the entire fire. 

Evacuations: Learn more about current evacuation levels for each county at:

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: 179,080 acres

Monkey Creek Fire: 174,596

North Fork Owens:  4,484 acres

Total Containment 23%

Cause:  Under Investigation      

Estimated Cost:  $36,299,415

All Resources 

Hand Crews:    65           

Engines:  81      

Water Tenders:  39

Dozers:  28

Helicopters:  6
Total Personnel: 2,029


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