Update for Swawilla and Bridge Creek Fires 

Evacuation areas have changed. Please see the map for updated evacuation areas. Please contact the Colville Confederated Tribes EOC for evacuation questions – (509)634-7350. 

The Bridge Creek Road is now open.  See chart for remaining closures. 

Dozers and a type 1 hotshot crew worked tirelessly yesterday to build control lines on the northern perimeter in an effort to catch the head of the fire. Primary containment lines are mainly along Jack Creek Rd with secondary dozer lines in the Empire Creek Rd corridor as a contingency plan. Burnout Operations are planned once those containment projects are finished, and weather is favorable. 

Firefighters made strong gains along the western flank of the fire adding to containment efforts.  Active fire behavior is still affecting Mt.Tolman, however, crews continue to put in handlines and use burnout operations to safely secure structures in the area. Strong southerly winds will affect the area later this evening with gust reaching 20 mph. However, moisture will move in and elevate relative humidity into Monday and Tuesday, assisting with firefighting efforts.   

The fire remains ¾ of a mile from Jack Creek residences, and is slowly backing down the north face of the slope into greener, less dry vegetation. A dozer line has been constructed along the west side of Keller, and fire managers plan to keep fire out of the town. Air operations remain active in the northeast portion of the fire near Mt. Tolman and Meadow Creek.  

Buffalo Lake Rd down to Peter Dan Rd is re-opened, and plans to re-open the remainder of Peter Dan and Manilla Rd are underway. Before the road can be safely opened, fire-weakened trees must be removed along the roadway.  

The evacuation center at Roosevelt High school is closing today at noon. An evacuation center will be set up at the Republic Fairgrounds. Contact Tribal Emergency Operation Center for more details: 509-634-7350.  

Bridge Creek Wildfire 

The Bridge Creek Road opened yesterday after firefighters finished removing hazardous roadside trees. The 30 Mile Road remains closed where firefighters are conducting burning operations along the northern border of the fire. Resources continue to be reassigned from Bridge Creek to Swawilla Fire as containment improves. Evacuations have been lifted for residents near Bridge Creek.  

Safety Message 

Please slow down when driving all roads leading to or from the fires. There is a considerable amount of firefighting traffic and equipment moving slowly along roads.  

We request that boaters avoid emergency firefighting aircrafts using any waterbody to acquire water to suppress fires.  

Additional Information and Maps at https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/, https://www.facebook.com/CCTENV, https://www.facebook.com/CCTBroadcasts 

HOMESTEAD COMPLEX FIRE UPDATE

Sunday, July 28, 2024

Fire Information                                                                                                    

Phone: 208-713-9693 (8 a.m. to 8 p.m.)

Email: 2024.homesteadcomplex@firenet.gov

Facebook: www.facebook.com/HomesteadComplexFireInfo

Inciweb: http://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orupf-homestead-complex

Smoke Outlook: https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/d393fd74

Fireline Work Continues While Weather Pattern Holds

The seven fires of the Homestead Complex currently total 1,466 acres with 4% containment. Suppression tactics are being prioritized by threat to property, infrastructure, industry, and areas with the highest probability of success. There are currently 406 personnel assigned to the incident.

Fire activity is expected to be moderated by smoke and cloud cover for the next few days, with an increased potential for cloud cover on Monday and Tuesday due to a predicted storm north of the Complex area. Crews are taking advantage of moderated fire activity to make progress tying in fireline around several fires

Crews finished plumbing line south of the Salmon 33 Fire (142 acres). Resources are continuing fireline construction on the east and north flanks. On the No Man Fire (510 acres), cooperators and crews completed indirect line on the west flank and began patrolling and improving their work. On the south and east sides of the fire, resources are continuing indirect line construction utilizing the 3806 Road.

Crews plan to try to complete indirect line around the south end of Horse Heaven Creek Fire (412 acres) in the next couple days. Crews are working to complete the last mile of handline construction north of the fire, near the 920 Road. On the Bullpup Fire (131acres), masticators continue improving the 300 Road north of the fire. Resource Advisors and firefighters continue to work together to develop plans for the Fuller Lake Fire (67 acres) when resources are available.

Resources continue to prep, improve, and plumb indirect lines surrounding the Reynolds Butte Fire (170 acres) to minimize the footprint of the fire.  An Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) may be used for aerial ignition to tie the main body of the fire to the indirect fireline under favorable terms. Containment lines continue to hold on the Lost Bucket Fire (34 acres). Crews on the ground will continue to monitor the fireline for any activity. 

Current forest fire restrictions and danger ratings are: Fire Danger Rating: Very High. Industrial Fire Precaution Levels (IFPLs): 2. Public Use Fire Restrictions (PURs): 2. 

CLOSURES: The Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Roseburg District, has issued a closure order for portions of BLM land which border the Umpqua National Forest Emergency Fire Closure north of Steamboat. The closure order can be viewed here: https://www.blm.gov/sites/default/files/docs/2024-07/orwa-fpo-rbg-072624.pdf. Umpqua National Forest Emergency Fire Closure ORDER NO. 06-15-24-03 and ORDER NO. 06-15-02-24-01 remain in effect and can be found here: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/umpqua/alerts-notices.

Pioneer Fire Update for July 28, 2024 
 Incident Commander Lonnie Click  
Complex Incident Management Team Northwest 3   
(541) 861-5808, staffed 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 2024.pioneer@firenet.gov  

Pioneer Fire Daily Update    July 28, 2024  

Quick Facts  
Size: 33,277 acres  
Start Date: June 8, 2024  
Location: 31 miles NW of Chelan, WA  
Containment: 10%  
Personnel: 712   
Cause: Human-caused, under investigation  
Resources Assigned: 11 crews, 4 helicopters, 24 engines, 27 water tenders, 18 heavy equipment  

CURRENT SITUATION:  The Pioneer Fire crossed the Fourmile drainage yesterday and progressed further north. This fire movement has prompted Chelan County Emergency Management to issue a Level 3 (Get out now!) evacuation notice for the community of Stehekin, from just north of Moore Point through the Stehekin Valley, effective beginning at 8 a.m. on Sunday, July 28.  More information, including boat schedules and shelter information for evacuations, is available from Chelan County Emergency Management at https://t.ly/QoH9w. The evacuation level from Safety Harbor to Moore Point was reduced to a Level 2.  

Firefighters, working with state mobilized structure protection group, have been working to protect the community of Stehekin. Through their coordinated efforts, hose and sprinkler systems have been installed, flammable material reduced around homes and structures, and a fireline has been constructed around the community. Firefighters yesterday worked to remove snags and continue structure protection and adding more hose lays and sprinklers, while also removing rocks and plant material above the road from the landing into the Stehekin Valley that leads to secure safe passage to the boat access point. Along the lakeshore, crews continued to patrol and mop up around structures.  

Most of the recent fire activity and fire spread has been in the northwest corner of the fire, though there is some active burning in the Prince Creek drainage. Much of the perimeter along the lakeshore has been contained and along the eastern edge, the fire has not crossed the Sawtooth range. The Lone Fir drainage at the southern edge is still showing no heat. Firefighters continue to monitor the southern edge and improve contingency lines near Manson.  

TODAY’S ACTIVITIES: In Stehekin, firefighters will continue improving fireline and preparations to protect homes and infrastructure. Additional f3irefighters will also be relocating from Lucerne to support strategic firing operations in Stehekin. Along the lakeshore, crews will continue patrolling, mopping, up, and conducting strategic firing around structures where needed and as conditions allow. Crews will also continue to improve roads and continency lines south of the fire and east of Manson. Firefighters are also prepared to support initial attack of any new fires.  

WEATHER AND SMOKE: Warm and dry conditions are expected again today, with light winds throughout the day and gusts in the midafternoon and evening of up to 15 mph. Temperatures will be in the high 70s to low 80s. Light rain is expected over the fire on Monday. An air quality alert has been issued for Chelan County. See Current Smoke Outlook for North Central Washington (airfire.org) for more information about smoke and air quality.  

EVACUATIONS: Level 1, 2 and 3 evacuation levels remain in effect around the Pioneer Fire. Please visit https://t.ly/QoH9w for more information.  

FOREST CLOSURE: Current closures for the North Cascades National Park: https://www.nps.gov/noca/index.htm  
The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has a closure order in place for much of the fire area: Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest - Alerts & Closures (usda.gov). Campfires are prohibited. There is a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) in place over the fire: https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_4_6779.html. Unauthorized drone activity is prohibited under the TFR.  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560760893080  
Fire Information Line: 541-861-5808, 8 AM to 8 PM  
Email: 2024.pioneer@firenet.gov 

Easy Fire Update for July 28, 2024 
 Incident Commander Lonnie Click  
Complex Incident Management Team Northwest 3   
(541) 861-5808, staffed 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 2024.pioneer@firenet.gov  

Quick Facts
Size: 528 acres    
Start Date: July 17, 2024
Location: 17 miles west of Mazama, WA
Containment: 0%
Personnel Assigned: 110
Cause: Lightning
Resources Assigned:  3 crews      5 engines  

CURRENT SITUATION: State Route 20 remains open to through traffic. A pilot car will escort vehicles through mileposts 148-157 from 7 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. daily. Expect 30 minutes delays as firefighters continue removing trees and debris from the roadway and conduct full suppression tactics on the Easy Fire. Please do not stop or pull over between mileposts 148-157. With wildfire and firefighting operations still active, the highway may need to close again on short notice. Be sure to check https://wsdot.com/Travel/Real-time/Map/ for the latest information on State Route 20.  

The south end of the Easy Fire continued to slowly burn toward the indirect fireline, however the fire remains north of the avalanche chute and the constructed fireline. Firefighters brought hoses to both sides of the Easy Fire utilizing helicopters to deliver materials near the 2004 Mebee burn scar. Due to a build up of cumulous clouds, and potential for thunderstorms, strategic firing operations were put on hold on Saturday. Crews continued to bolster indirect firelines and tested sprinkler systems on the Easy Pass Trailhead. Firefighters successfully cut out a helicopter landing spot near the Mebee Lookout Tower to conduct structure protection operations if the need arises.  

TODAY’S ACTIVITIES: Crews will continue monitoring fire activity on State Route 20 and implement continuous hose lays on both sides of the Easy Fire. Pending favorable weather conditions, crews may conduct strategic firing operations on the southeast side of the Easy Fire using aircraft. Using aviation for firing operations reduces risk to firefighters on the ground working in steep terrain and can cover more ground than a human can on foot. Strategic firing operations create a more controllable slow-moving fire by reducing ground fuels, or vegetation.  

The Easy Fire has a Temporary Flight Restriction in place for all aircrafts not involved in wildfire suppression operations. Do not fly a personal drone over or near the Easy Fire. Any incursions create a safety hazard to fire aircraft and require air operations to stop.  

WEATHER: Temperatures today will increase slightly with highs in the mid to upper 80s. Sky weather is partly cloudy with northwest winds around 5-9 mph during the day and 9-13 mph in the evening. There is a chance of showers in the early morning resulting in small amounts of precipitation over the Easy Fire.  

CLOSURES: The Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest has closures in place for trails within the fire area: https://bit.ly/EasyFireClosures. This closure includes a portion of the Pacific Crest Trail. Campfires are prohibited. There is a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) in place over the fire: https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_4_6779.html. Unauthorized drone activity is prohibited under the TFR.  

EVACUATIONS:  There are no evacuations in place for the Easy Fire. Anyone recreating in the area should be vigilant about being aware of surroundings and stay out of closed areas.  

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61560760893080 
Fire Information Line: 541-861-5808, 8 AM to 8 PM
Email: 2024.easy@firenet.gov

Fire Information: Phone: (541) 208-1744 daily from 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Email: 2024.microwavetower@firenet.gov

Microwave Fire Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2024MicrowaveTowerFire/

InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/or954s-microwave-tower

53% Contained

170 Personnel

1062 Acres

5 miles west, southwest of Mosier, OR

Burning in brush, timber, and grass 

Highlights

Yesterday’s westerly winds helped pull smoke and heat back into the fire area during the strategic burning operations, enabling aircraft to support ground firefighters with water drops. Crews also made significant progress, mopping up approximately 150 feet along the eastern, southern, and western containment lines. This effort focused on identifying and extinguishing hot spots to prevent further spread.

Due to the steep terrain, rolling debris and gusty, westerly winds last night, the fire crossed below the Historical Columbia River State Trail to the railroad tracks, reaching the secondary dozer line. This has created new challenges for firefighters. They will continue to improve containment lines and hold the fire from advancing beyond the current fire perimeter. Aviation support will be utilized as soon as possible today, weather and wind permitting. Aircraft plays a role in cooling down hot spots and providing additional support to ground crews. Lane restrictions are in place along Interstate 84, with one eastbound lane currently closed. Motorists are advised to exercise caution while driving in the area.

A community meeting will be held tonight at 7:00 p.m.in Mosier. The meeting location will be announced via the social media links located above and InciWeb as soon as a facility is identified. Residents are encouraged to attend to receive updates on the firefighting efforts and to ask questions.

A transfer of command for the incident will occur on Monday, July 29, 2024, at 6 a.m. A local Type 3 Incident Management Team, led by Incident Commander Jeremy Goers, will assume command of the firefighting efforts. This transition aims to ensure a seamless continuation of operations and community support. 

Fire Behavior

Fire behavior will be active along the northwest flank from firing operations. Expect an increase in smoke production, visible from I-84. Within the contained firelines, pockets of fuels are critically dry, expect to see active fire behavior.  

Evacuations 

Existing Level 3, 2 and 1 evacuations on the east side of the fire area remains in place. For updated information please follow https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff. Stay informed through official channels for the latest update.

The evacuation preparedness level remains at Level 1 on the west side of the fire area. Please follow https://www.facebook.com/hrcso for additional information. The Red Cross center is available at the Hood River Middle School for anyone needing a place to go.

Ore Fire Update
Sunday, July 28, 2024 – 9:30 a.m.

Size: 1400 acres | Reported Date: July 16, 2024 | Cause: Under Investigation | Containment: 20%
Total Assigned Personnel: 327 | 8 engines | 5 hand crews | 3 dozers | 20 water tenders | 5 masticators | 4 feller bunchers

An Ore Fire Community Meeting is scheduled today, Sunday, July 28, 2024, at 2 p.m. in the McKenzie High School Gymnasium. A recording will be posted to the Ore Fire Facebook Page following the meeting.

(Blue River, Ore.) – Fire suppression efforts continue on the Ore Fire, which is burning 7 miles northeast of Blue River, Oregon. Challenges include steep and rugged terrain, rolling rocks and debris, and fire-weakened trees. Firefighter and public safety remain the number one priority on the incident. Fire managers are focusing on activities with a high probability of success while minimizing risk to firefighters and protecting values such as communities, infrastructure and forest, recreation and cultural resources. Firefighters face an inherent risk associated with fighting wildfires, but mitigation efforts and proper planning can reduce the overall dangers to responders.

Yesterday, firefighters successfully held the edge along the FS 15 and 1509 Roads as more fire backed down to the containment lines. Ground crews cleared a helicopter landing zone to the north of the fire to reduce extraction time in case of serious firefighter injury. Along FS 1509 Road, firefighters patrolled and monitored from the west side of Tidbits Creek to minimize the exposure from boulders and logs rolling onto the roadway. Heavy equipment operators are improving roads to provide safer access routes for the personnel on the fire line. 

Today, crews are concentrating on holding the southern perimeter of the fire. Woody debris removal and road improvements are ongoing. The FS 827 Road is being cleared to provide access north of the fire. Chipping operations are underway to remove large piles of heavy debris and improve access to the fire's edge.

After identifying strategic actions in the Incident Strategic Alignment Process (ISAP), information is gathered to evaluate the associated risks to responders. This involves considering factors including ground transportation, fire behavior, gravity hazards, aviation operations, human factors, and medical response time and capability. Fire managers identify ways to reduce these risks before deciding on which strategic actions are appropriate. Visit the incident’s Facebook page to learn more about ISAP at https://www.facebook.com/OreFireInformation2024.

Weather: Today, highs will be in the mid-70s at ridgetops and near 80 at the lower elevations. On Monday, breezy southwesterly winds are expected ahead of an approaching cold front. Rain chances will increase as incoming moisture introduces the chance for scattered showers over the fire. Thunderstorms are not likely.

Safety: Firefighters are reporting an increasing number of motorists traveling into the closure area where crews are actively working to contain the fire. Forest closures are in place for the safety of everyone. The public is asked to remain clear of the fire area and allow firefighters to safely complete their work. Fire restrictions are in effect. For more information, visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/willamette/fire. A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place over the fire area. Unstaffed Aerial Systems (UAS or drones) are prohibited within the TFR. If you fly, we can’t.

Smoke: Smoke from numerous wildfires burning throughout the region will affect air quality in many areas over the coming days. A daily smoke outlook can be found at https://wildlandfiresmoke.net. Being prepared for smoke is important. For more information, go to: www.airnow.gov/wildfires/be-smoke-ready.org. 

Forest Closures: Closures on the Willamette National Forest have been established around fire-impacted areas, including the following sites: Buck Mountain Trail, Tidbits South and West Trail, Gold Hill Trail, Mona Campground, Lookout Campground, and Saddle Dam Boat Launch. For a complete list of recreation and roads in the Ore Fire closure order, visit  https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/willamette/alerts-notices.

Badland Complex Fire Update  
July 28, 2024 

Rocky Mountain Area Complex Incident Management Team Two 
Jared Hohn, Incident Commander 

Current Situation:  

• The Badland Complex has grown to 54,416 acres and is 0% contained with 228 personnel assigned.   
• Yesterday, the Coyote fire grew approximately 3,000 acres. Smoke jumpers are continuing to mop up and secure control lines, working in steep and rough country along the southern edge of the fire.  
• On the Thompson fire, crews constructed hand lines on the northern edge. On the west side, ground and air resources secured an area of active fire totaling approximately 40 acres. Additional night resources arrived to monitor and hold this area throughout the night. A UAS (unmanned aircraft system) with IR (infrared) will be used today to detect remaining areas of heat. Previously, smoke and the lack of available aircraft has prevented gaining aerial recon. 
• More firefighting resources will be arriving today, including a skidgine and additional engines. Nationally, there is a high level of fire activity demanding a limited supply of shared interagency firefighting resources.  
• The Powder fire is still holding with no growth. Firefighters will continue to monitor and mop up any heat sources.  
• Temperatures will continue to warm throughout the week, which is predicted to increase fire behavior. Smoke will remain heavy.  

Weather & Smoke Information: Weather will be warmer than yesterday and will continue to warm throughout the week. Temperatures will be 80s on the ridgetops, 90s in the valleys. Humidity 15-20%. Winds will be 20-25 mph from 8 pm - midnight.  

An air quality advisory is in effect for Baker County due to heavy concentrations of wildfire smoke. For current Oregon air quality conditions, please visit https://oraqi.deq.state.or.us/home/map.  

Evacuations: Baker County Sheriff’s Office has issued Level 1, 2, and 3 evacuation orders for multiple areas of the fire. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064434892363. Sign up for Baker County emergency alerts at https://public.alertsense.com/SignUp/publicUser.aspx?regionid=1357  

Closures: Check for highway closures at https://www.tripcheck.com/DynamicReports/Report/RoadConditions. All BLM Vale District Recreation Sites along the Snake River between Oxbow and Huntington and on Lookout Mountain are closed. This includes Spring Recreation Site, Swedes Landing, and Bassar Diggins Campground.  

Fire Restrictions: Fire Restrictions are in effect. Get details at https://www.blm.gov/sites/default/files/docs/2024-07/orwa-fpo-val-071024.pdf. 

Temporary Flight Restrictions: A temporary flight restriction (TFR) is in effect over the fire area to provide a safe environment for firefighting aircraft operations. View a map of the TFR and details at https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_4_7614.html. Fire aviation response is halted or delayed if an unauthorized aircraft enters the TFR. Temporary flight restrictions also apply to unmanned aircraft systems or drones. If you fly, we can’t! Learn more about how to use drones safely and responsibly at Home - Know Before You Fly. 

Fire Info Phone: 541-362-1507        Email: 2024.badlandcomplex@firenet.gov  Hours: 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. 

Facebook: @BadlandsComplexFires2024   Media Line: 541-249-5894 

Inciweb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orvad-badlands-complex-2024  

Equipo 1 de Northern Rockies, Comandante del Incidente Brent Olson 

Ubicación: 14 millas al suroeste de Naches, WA 

Fecha de inicio: 23 de julio de 2024 

Causa: Bajo investigación 

Tamaño: 22.237 acres 

Recursos: 354 personas en total; 8 excavadoras; 7 cuadrillos de bomberos; 36 camiones de bomberos. 

MENSAJE CLAVE:   

Habrá una reunión comunitaria mañana, lunes 29 de julio a las 6:00 p.m. en la cafetería de la Escuela Primaria Naches Valley ubicada en 151 Bonlow Dr. Naches, WA 98939. También habrá un componente virtual en la página de Facebook del incendio Retreat. 

SITUACIÓN ACTUAL: 

Han llegado bomberos y equipos adicionales que han sido asignados a varios puntos del incendio. Dados los vientos esperados y el movimiento del humo, es posible que se observe un comportamiento activo del fuego. El incendio se encuentra actualmente bajo una estrategia de supresión total, dando prioridad a la seguridad pública y de los bomberos. En el lado este se está empleando una combinación de tácticas directas e indirectas a lo largo de Cowiche Road, Hatton Road, Bethel Ridge Road y Highway 12 para detener el movimiento del fuego y asegurar el borde del incendio. 

Equipos pesados y cuadrillas de bomberos están trabajando en líneas directas e indirectas a lo largo del lado norte y sur del incendio para minimizar el avance del fuego.  Los recursos operativos continúan realizando reconocimientos a lo largo del lado oeste en busca de posibles ubicaciones de líneas indirectas para evitar una propagación adicional del incendio hacia el lago Rimrock. Las operaciones de fuego están en curso en el flanco oriental del incendio a lo largo de Bethal Ty Road hacia la autopista 12, y desde la carretera 642 hasta Hatton Road.  En los próximos días están previstas más operaciones de quema en las mismas zonas generales.  Los recursos de protección de estructuras siguen apagando focos de incendio cerca de viviendas e infraestructuras a lo largo de la autopista 12 y también están realizando trabajos de evaluación y preparación cerca de Camp Ghromley y Lost Lake Road. 

METEOROLOGÍA Y COMPORTAMIENTO DEL FUEGO: 

Hoy se observarán temperaturas estacionales sobre el incendio Retreat, con temperaturas generalmente en los 70, y valores mínimos de humedad relativa en torno al 28-34%. Los vientos del oeste comenzaron a aumentar por la tarde y seguirán aumentando durante la noche a medida que una vaguada de onda corta se desplace por la región. Se espera que los vientos del oeste-noroeste persistan durante la noche hasta el domingo, alrededor de 10-20 mph con rachas de 20-30 mph, especialmente sobre las crestas. Se esperan buenas recuperaciones de humedad relativa durante la noche. Para el domingo se esperan condiciones meteorológicas similares, con una humedad relativa ligeramente superior. 

Existen tres tipos principales de combustible: salvia/hierba, fondos de roble y bosques de ponderosa. La hierba en los tipos de combustible apropiados está completamente curada y disponible fácilmente para la ignición. Aunque los robles no se están consumiendo, los intensos incendios de hierba bajo estos árboles están produciendo grandes brasas visibles a corta distancia. 

CIERRES Y EVACUACIONES: 

Aviso de evacuación de nivel 3 "IR AHORA " desde US Hwy 12 en Bear Canyon Trailhead (NF 1301 Forest Service Road) hacia el noreste hasta la "Y" (Hwy 12/410).  Desde la "Y" (autopista 12/410) hacia el sur a lo largo de los límites de los municipios de Cowiche y Tieton hasta Cowiche Mill Road. Cowiche Mill Road oeste hasta NF 641 Forest Service Road.NF 641 Forest Service Road norte hasta Hwy 12. 

Aviso de evacuación de nivel 2 "GET SET" para el área de la ciudad de Tieton, WA, incluyendo Cowiche Mill Road al este hasta Summitview Road, Summitview Road al norte hasta la parada de cuatro vías en West Tieton Road, en dirección oeste por West Tieton Road hasta el final de West Tieton Rd.  El límite oeste es el final de West Tieton Road en dirección sur hasta el bloque 3600 de Cowiche Mill Road.  Para conocer los límites de la evacuación, visite la página de Facebook de la Oficina de Emergencias del Condado de Yakima: www.facebook.com/YakimaCountyOEM/. 

• La US Hwy 12 permanece cerrada por varios motivos entre la Y de la Hwy 410 y el cumbre del collado en el punto kilométrico 151. 
• Cierre de la zona de incendios del Bosque Nacional Okanogan-Wenatchee: www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/okawen/alerts-notices/?aid=89192. 
• La Región Sureste del Departamento de Recursos Naturales del Estado de Washington (DNR) ha cerrado temporalmente el Bosque Estatal de Ahtanum debido al aumento de la actividad del incendio adyacente Retreat Fire que quemando cerca de Rimrock Lake. El público puede acceder a la información más actualizada sobre cierres en www.dnr.wa.gov/ahtanum. 
• El Departamento de Pesca y Vida Silvestre de Washington ha cerrado al público la mayor parte de la zona de Oak Creek debido al incendio de Retreat, que permanecerá cerrada hasta el 23 de agosto para garantizar la seguridad pública y facilitar las labores de extinción. Encontrará más información en Áreas silvestres | Departamento de Pesca y Vida Silvestre de Washington.
• Las agencias federales, estatales y locales de gestión de incendios forestales y la Administración Federal de Aviación (FAA) instan a los ciudadanos a no volar "sistemas aéreos no tripulados (UAS)" o drones sobre la zona de Retreat Fire. Los vuelos no autorizados de drones plantean graves riesgos para la seguridad de los bomberos y de los ciudadanos, así como para la eficacia de las operaciones de extinción de incendios forestales. Los incendios forestales son una "zona de exclusión aérea" para los drones. Si vuelas, ¡NO PODEMOS! 

Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team Three 

Bill Waln, Incident Commander

Rocky Mountain Complex Incident Management Team Three (RM CIMT3) assumed command of the Gwen Fire this morning at 6 am.

Location: 5 miles east Lapwai, Idaho                            Date Reported: July 24, 2024                          Cause: Lightning

Size: 35,402 acres                                                               Containment: 0%                                               Total Personnel: 182

RM CIMT Three and the cooperating agencies for the Gwen Fire are planning a community meeting on Monday, July 29, 2024. Time and place for the meeting are to be determined and provided later today.

Current Situation: 

• Operations are integrating with the local and current firefighter resources today to reinforce the great work begun by the local landowners and emergency responders.  
• Public and firefighter’s safety remain a top priority while crews work to protect values at risk including homes, farmland, and cultural sites.
• The Idaho Panhandle Hotshots are working in conjunction with heavy equipment to construct direct and indirect firelines to keep the fire east of Spalding, and Catholic Creek, and south of the communities of Julietta and Kendrick, and west of the communities of Amos Bench and Bedrock Canyon. 
• Team Three is working diligently with local law enforcement and Idaho Department of Transportation to reopen Highway 12 as quickly as possible. 
• Team Three will also be assisting Rockcreek Fire crews with logistical and operational support. Rockcreek Fire is a very remote fire located approximately 16 miles southwest of Keuterville ID. 

Evacuations: Level 1 Get Ready; Level 2 Get Set; Level 3 Go. For the safety of responders please Go if asked to leave. The fire behavior is very unpredictable and life threatening. 

• Latah County Sheriff’s Office Level 1, 2, and 3 evacuation orders for multiple areas of the fire. Learn more at https://www.facebook.com/LatahCountySO and call: (208) 882-2216
• Nez Perce County Sheriff’s office has issued level 1, 2, and 3 evacuations orders for their county. Those are posted on their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/NezPerceCountySheriffsOffice.
• Nez Perce County Emergency Management Interactive Evacuation Map: https://bit.ly/3yewVv0 

Air Quality Information: Please visit https://fire.airnow.gov/  for resources on smoke and air quality. Air quality monitors indicate unhealthy for sensitive groups in the Lapwai area. 

Weather and Fire Behavior: Continued hot and dry conditions with very low relative humidity. General winds from the west at 7-15 mph are predicted, but terrain will affect local wind direction and speed. Very active fire behavior can be expected with an increase in fire spread. 

Closures: Highway 12 corridor is closed between Spalding and Peck. Highway 3 is closed between Arrow Bridge and Kendrick. Gifford and Rueben Highways is also closed. 

GWEN FIRE INFORMATION

Fire Information Phoneline: (208) 843-3534 (Time: 7am-7pm)                     Email: 2024.Gwen@firenet.gov 

Facebook: @IdahoDepartmentofLands   InciWeb: inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idids-2024-gwen-fire