Incident Publication

Crews continue to ignite and patrol

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Highlights/Operations: Yesterday conditions were favorable for burning. On the West Fire, firefighters worked east on Milk Ranch Road from the Webber Creek drainage adding fire inside the containment lines to consume the buildup of fuels. They also used UAS and a helicopter with ignition capabilities for efficiency and safety in the challenging terrain of East Webber Creek. On the Preacher Fire, firefighters were able to add fire along the Control Road south of Tonto Village all the way down to the powerlines. They also worked igniting off Diamond Point Road near the Diamond Point Summer Homes southwest to the natural fire’s edge. The interior was ignited by a helicopter. On both fires, the fire behavior continues to be moderate which is helping restore the ecosystem and consuming fuels that otherwise may threaten communities in the future.

Today, firefighters will continue with ignitions on both fires. On the West Fire, the goal is to establish fire across the northwest corner of the planned perimeter before proceeding to ignite additional areas. This ignition pattern is designed to moderate fire intensity as they move east with fire, given the predicted winds out of the southwest. Engines are continually testing watering systems around Bray Creek Ranch, Camp Geronimo and Geronimo Estates to be ready if needed. They are also improving the hand line and dozer line east of Pine and masticating fuels along the Control Road from Bray Creek Road to SR 87. On the Preacher Fire, ignitions will continue down the powerline on the southern side of the planned perimeter and south towards Diamond Point on the northern side of the planned area. Engines will patrol the perimeters and staff watering systems around structures through the night.

Weather: An isolated shower or thunderstorm may develop on the Mogollon Rim Tuesday afternoon but is not expected to reach the West fire. Otherwise, Tuesday will be seasonably warm and dry with light winds. Southwest winds are forecast to increase by Wednesday and Thursday, with frequent afternoon gusts to 25 mph on Wednesday and even up to 30-35 mph on Thursday.

Safety: Two Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR) are now in place over the area, which includes uncrewed aircraft systems or drones. The public is reminded, if you fly we can’t; unauthorized drone flights pose serious risks to firefighter and public safety and the effectiveness of wildfire suppression operations.

Closure:  The Tonto National Forest has issued a closure for land surrounding the West Fire, this includes Pine Trailhead. 

Evacuations: Some residents east of Payson near the Preacher Fire have been moved to SET status, additionally yesterday, Geronimo Estates have also been placed in SET status. An interactive map is available to stay up to date with evacuation levels related to both the West and Preacher Fires. 

Receive emergency notifications from Gila County. 

Smoke: During ignitions, smoke may settle in low-lying areas overnight. Residents are encouraged to close windows at night to avoid smoke impacts. Talk with your doctor and plan for how to manage your health conditions when it is smoky. Additional resources for how to prepare for wildfire smoke. 

For the latest news and information about the Tonto National Forest, follow along on Facebook @TontoNationalForest, ‘X’ (formerly Twitter) @TontoForest or Instagram @tontonationalforest and on the Tonto National Forest website.

Swauk Creek Fire Update

Incident Commander: Leonard Johnson
Fire Information Phone: 509-210-2928
Email: 2024.swaukcreek@firenet.gov
Facebook: Swauk Creek Fire Information
InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/wases-swauk-creek

September 10, 2024

Estimated size: 200 acres 
Containment: 0%
Start Date/Time: 9/8/2024 at 3:54 PM
Area of Origin: Adjacent to Highway 97, 14 miles east of Cle Elum, WA
Cause: Vehicle Fire/Under Investigation                   
Structures Damaged: 0

Update: Southeast Washington IMT Team 2 took over management of the Swauk Creek Fire yesterday, September 9, 2024, at 8:00 PM. As more crews continue to arrive, local crews have been released home to rest and return back to their normal shifts. Some of the new crews will be assigned to dayshift while others will be assigned to work the nightshift. More resources have been ordered and are expected to arrive over the next few days.

Air resources will continue to drop water and retardant on the fire to help slow forward progression. Crews will be identifying existing roads and trails that can be used as fire line. In other areas, handlines or dozer lines will be used. In areas where the terrain is too steep for firefighters to safely engage the fire, they will prepare line at a safe distance and allow the fire to slowly backdown to that new line affectively stopping forward spread of the fire.

Evacuation Levels: Deer Gulch in the Liberty area is under a Level 2 advisement. Liberty area and Harkness Road is under a Level 1 notice.

Level 1 “GET READY” Be aware of the danger in your area and start preparing for possible evacuation. Monitor local media and check on neighbors. If you do not already have an evacuation plan or a Go! kit, assemble these now. Conditions can change suddenly, and you may not receive a Level 2 "Be Set” warning before you are ordered to Level 3 “Go!” Prepare both the inside and outside of your home for fire. Leave if you feel unsafe -- do not wait for an official evacuation order.

Level 2 “GET SET” Be prepared for sudden or short-notice evacuation. People who need help or more time to evacuate -- such as people with disabilities, people with small children, people with medical conditions, and people with large animals -- should evacuate now. Ensure your evacuation plan checklist is complete and your Go! kit is in your vehicle. Stay informed and be aware of alerts from local law enforcement and fire departments. Always remember to leave if you feel unsafe, do not wait for an official evacuation order.

Level 3 “GO NOW” Go now! Danger in your area is current or imminent and you should evacuate immediately. Follow directions from law enforcement or fire departments and do not return home until officials have determined it is safe. Notification it is safe to return home will be given as soon as possible.

Road Closures: Highway 97 will be restricted to one lane of travel with a pilot car for today. Please be patient as there may be delays due to active fire in this area and heavy fire equipment traffic.

Weather and Fire Behavior: Today expect temperatures in the low to mid-70s with some haze throughout the day. Winds from the west at 5 to 8 mph with ridgetop winds reaching up to 10 mph. Tonight temperatures should be upper 40s to lower 50s with northwest winds remaining around 5 to 8 mph.

Smoke: There are no current air quality alerts for Kittitas County. Communities close to active wildfires could see air quality worsen as the fire and wind conditions change. Dry and windy conditions could lead to rapid fire spread; please continue to recreate responsibly as any fire starts could spread quickly. For more information on smoke and air quality, please visit: Washington Smoke Information (wasmoke.blogspot.com)

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Firefighters secure Shoe Fly Fire perimeter

MITCHELL, Ore. – Firefighters on the Shoe Fly Fire have completed perimeter control and are turning efforts to mop up and suppression repair work. The fire is 26,502 acres with 32% containment. 

Incident Commander Joe Hessel told firefighters and landowners at Tuesday morning’s briefing, “We have turned the corner on the fire, we aren’t trying to chase and catch it anymore. Now it’s time to focus on a thorough, coordinated, methodical mop up around the fire.” 

Willamette Complex South & Red Fire Update 

Chalk, Coffeepot, McKinley, Moss Mountain, Tire Mountain, 208, and 217 Fires 

Online: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orwif-willamette-complex- fires-south 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WillametteComplexFires/ 

Email: 2024.willamettecomplex@firenet.gov  Information Line: 541-208-1742 

Willamette Complex South: Total Personnel: 674  |  Total Willamette Complex South Acres: 22,943
InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/orwif-willamette-complex-fires-south
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WillametteComplexFires/

Red Fire: Total Personnel: 77  |  Total Red Fire Acres: 1,696
InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/ordef-red-fire
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/2024RedFireOR/

Summary

Northwest Team 2 took command of the Red fire on the Deschutes National Forest today at 7 AM. The decision to transfer command was based on the Red fire’s proximity to the Willamette Complex fire’s operations. In addition, extended attack support and patrol of the contained fires in the complex is ongoing. The team continues to patrol and do repair work of the following 100% contained fires: Coffee Pot, Tire Mountain, and McKinley Creek.

Red Fire (1,696 acres, 0% containment)

Firefighters from the Willamette Complex South and the Red fire integrated operations yesterday in preparation for today’s transfer of command. Advancement continues on indirect lines work to protect values at risk adjacent to the south end of the fire. Crews are supporting suppression efforts to keep the fire within the indirect line and shaded fuel break. A hotshot crew has been evaluating the situation to prepare for a potential burn operation to remove unburned fuels between the fires edge and forest service road (FSR) 60 if conditions allow. Homes along Cascade Lake are a priority; protecting structures and managing fire growth in this area remain the focus of plans. As part of these plans additional locations for pumps are being installed today for point protection support.

208 Fire (8,683 acres, 0% containment)

The fire was below a smoke inversion for most of the day Monday, resulting in minimal growth in the fire perimeter. Fire activity continues to move towards FSR 23 to the northwest and FSR 21/ 2154 roads to the south. Crews continue to strengthen lines along the roads by removing understory fuels and hazard trees.

Moss Mountain Fire (2,053 acres, 8% containment)

Yesterday, Moss Mountain was socked in which kept fire growth to a minimum. Crews and equipment continue to hold FSR 2120 to prevent fire from spreading south onto private timber lands. Work is steady to secure the spot to the south of FSR 2120 into the main body of the fire. Additional indirect line construction along FSR 2120 and FSR 23 is also being prepared in the event of future fire spread.

Chalk Fire (5,973 acres, 86% containment)

Monitoring of the Chalk fire for any changes in fire activity remain a priority due the fire’s proximity to the town of Oakridge. The fire remains staffed and poised for any change as mop up continues. Conditions are moderating further with forecasted cooler and wetter conditions. Continued consumption of available fuels within the western unburned island is expected. Ongoing repair activities include the removal of suppression equipment and materials.

Weather and Fire Behavior

Inversion at higher elevations is slowly breaking the pattern. Expect slightly higher humidities and wind gusts from the northwest up to 20 miles per hour. High pressure continues to decline with relative humidity around 40% at higher elevations and 60-80% in lower elevations. Smoke should slowly disperse as a northwest breeze continues. Tuesday evening into Wednesday wetting rain is predicted.

Closures and Fire Restrictions

• For Deschutes National Forest closure information, visit: https://tinyurl.com/RedFireClosues2024.
• For Deschutes National Forest fire restrictions, visit: https://tinyurl.com/DesFireRestrictions2024.
• For Willamette National Forest closure information, visit: https://tinyurl.com/WillFireClosures2024. 
• For Willamette National Forest fire restrictions, visit: https://tinyurl.com/WillFireRestrictions2024.
• For current Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR), visit: http://tfr.faa.gov.

Williams Mine Fire Update for Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Monday, skies were clear over the Williams Mine Fire except for some scattered high-elevation clouds. Taking advantage of the good visibility, a Type 1 Chinook, a Type 2 “Medium” helicopter, and a smaller Type 3 helicopter resumed water drops on the fire west of the South Climb Trailhead. Resources on the ground worked on removing more of the fuels along the access road and near the trailhead in preparation for fire reaching this area.

By late morning, both the Chinook and the Type 2 helicopters had been reassigned to other fires. With multiple new fires breaking out in the region and the many resources already working on incidents, Williams Mine Fire is competing with many other fires for resources ranging from helicopters to Task Force Leaders to Safety Officers.

Despite the sunny, dry weather and gusty winds, the fire did not grow much or make a run up the steep slope yesterday. The water dropped on it Sunday and Monday – over 40,000 gallons – helped calm the fire. Today, fire managers will continue their efforts to keep this section of fire from spreading too quickly toward the South Climb Trail. With tonight’s forecast of possible rain followed by a few days of cooler, humid weather, there is a good chance of holding the fire along this trail.

On other parts of the fire, personnel continue to monitor for hot areas near the control lines that need to be extinguished. On cold areas of the fire, repair work is beginning. Twenty-one miles of dozer lines were constructed on this fire, and they will all need work to limit erosion and stabilize the soils. The work will include removing berms that can restrict water flow, establishing waterbars to intercept rainwater and direct it off of the trails, and applying surface stabilization such as slash or straw over exposed soils. Work will begin on dozer lines in the interior of the fire, and on secondary and contingency lines that are not on the edge of the fire. Primary control lines on the edges of the burned area are still in use and will be left intact for now.

SAFETY AND CLOSURES: 

When the rains return, expect roads to be slick from the accumulation of oil and dirt during dry weather. Slow down and allow more following distance between vehicles.

The Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Tract D Recreation Area is currently closed, please see Yakama Tract D Road Closure for more information. FS Rd 23 south of FS Rd 90 is still CLOSED to the public due to fire suppression activity. Takhlakh Lake is still closed. The revised closure for the Mt. Adams Wilderness and FS Rd 23 closure can be found at Williams Mine Fire: Area and Road Closure. The Pacific Crest Trail (PCT) is closed from the PCT's intersection with FS Rd 23 to Potato Hill. The current area closure spans the entire Mt. Adams Wilderness.

Chiloquin, Ore. – The Copperfield Fire remains 3,822 acres and has now reached 86 percent containment.

Mop-up operations continue to ensure the fire remains in its footprint. Much of the perimeter has been mopped in 200 feet. The work south of Corbell Butte, that lies in steep, rocky terrain, continues to be slow and tedious, reaching about 150 feet.

A cooling trend with increased humidity will continue today. Tomorrow’s forecast will include a chance of rain.

Level 1, 2 and 3 evacuations remain around the Copperfield Fire. Evacuation levels are determined by the Klamath County Sheriff's Office in conjunction with fire officials and agency administrators. Current evacuation areas and levels can be found at https://www.klamathcounty.org/300/Emergency-Management.

This will be the final update for the Copperfield Fire incident. Oregon Department of Forestry’s Type 1 Incident Management Team will be departing tomorrow and handing the fire over to a local type 4 team. The team would like to thank the community for its support and hospitality during our stay. It has been a pleasure serving you.

For questions regarding the fire, please contact ODF’s Klamath-Lake District at (541) 883-5681.

Homestead Complex and Lane 1 Fires 

 Update for Tuesday, September 10, 2024  

Fire behavior remains very active on the northern flank of the Horse Heaven Fire, Fuller Lake and Bullpup fires. Fire managers continue directing limited resources to fires based on threats to property, infrastructure, industry, critical habitat and areas with the highest probability of success while providing for firefighter and public safety. Three of the seven fires on the Homestead Complex have now reached 100% containment, the Salmon 33 Fire (275 ac.) on August 24, 2024, the Reynolds Butte Fire (334 ac.) on August 22, 2024, and the Lost Bucket Fire (34 ac.) on July 29, 2024. 

Homestead Complex Fire 

Start Date: July 19, 2024 

Size: 8,973 acres 

Overall Containment: 33% 

Personnel: 532 

Location: 15 miles NE of Glide, OR 

Cause: Lightning 

Fire Information: https://tinyurl.com/25vkhfjp 

Lane 1 Fire  

Start Date: July 17, 2024 

Size: 25,927 acres 

Containment: 99% 

Personnel: 117 

Location: Approx. 16 miles SE of Springfield, OR 

Cause: Lightning 

Fire Information:  https://tinyurl.com/29k3nnly 

Fire Operations Summary: Homestead Complex and Lane 1 Fire 

Yesterday on the Horse Heaven Fire (2,539 acres, containment: 56%), the fire was actively burning interior areas of unburned fuel inside the recent burnout area on the north flank. This active burning produced a column that created multiple spot fires north of the burnout perimeter that crews worked to locate and mop-up. The Hotshot crew assigned to work on establishing control line down into the Horse Heaven Creek drainage was redirected to the area of spot fires to the north as a priority need. Helicopter bucket drops supported fire suppression efforts on the ground. Crews along the northeast flank continued mopping-up around spot fires and a slopover that resulted from the recent burnout operation. Tomorrow, firefighters will continue their focus on catching and controlling spot fires to the north.  

On the Fuller Lake Fire (2,835 ac., containment: 0%), the fire has progressed north and joined with the Bullpup Fire at its southern flank; it has also progressed south into the Boulder Creek Wilderness Area. Crews working on the west flank of the fire went direct on a spot fire and made good progress on containment with support from helicopter bucket drops. Heavy equipment worked on the 3816 Road near the Reynolds Butte Fire to establish additional indirect containment line to the west. On the eastern flank, dozer line was under construction, and crews and heavy equipment were prepping the 3810 and 5850 roads to serve as control lines. Helicopter bucket drops were used yesterday to check-up the fire’s progression. Operations today will build on the work accomplished yesterday. Fire managers will be scouting for options to construct additional control lines with the objective of keeping the fire from expanding to the west and east.  

The Bullpup Fire (501 ac., containment: 7%) remains within primary and secondary control lines, this includes control lines to the north along the 300 Road system. The priority objective for fire managers is to keep the Bullpup fire within established control lines in order to prevent the fire from progressing further north toward critical habitat for wild steelhead (the Frank and Jeanne Moore Wild Steelhead Special Management Area). With that priority objective in mind, crews continue to improve and strengthen primary and secondary containment lines ahead of the northern flank of the fire. 

On the No Man Fire (2,081 ac., containment: 44%), crews will be patrolling, mopping-up, chipping, hauling logs and conducting suppression repair operations. Suppression repair work will also continue on the Reynolds Butte and Lost Bucket fires. 

On the Lane 1 Fire (25,884 ac., containment: 99%), clean-up and suppression repair work will continue around the fire for at least a few more days. The work includes chipping vegetation and log hauling operations, and repairing forest road infrastructure. This work will also make it safer for the public once closures to public managed lands are removed. 

Closures and Fire Restrictions: 

There is one large closure impacting the Cottage Grove, North Umpqua, and Diamond Lake districts. Emergency Fire Closure ORDER NO. 06-15-24-07: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/umpqua/alerts-notices/?aid=88996. On August 30, 2024, the Umpqua National Forest decreased Public Use Restrictions (PURs) to Level 2, visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/detail/umpqua/news-events/?cid=FSEPRD1202470. For more information on PURs, IFPLs, or other fire management information, visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/umpqua/fire 

The closure order issued by Bureau of Land Management (BLM), Roseburg District, for portions of BLM land which border the Umpqua National Forest Emergency Fire Closure north of Steamboat remains in effect: https://www.blm.gov/sites/default/files/docs/2024-07/orwa-fpo-rbg-072624.pdf  

Weather: Slightly cooler and more humid air will move into the area. Temperature highs will reach the upper 60s to lower 70s. Winds will be light from the southeast in the AM and then become northwesterly in the PM. 

There is a Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) over the fires. Please remember, if you fly we can’t! If a drone or other aircraft enters the air space, all firefighting aviation equipment will be grounded. 

Fire Information Line: 541-208-7100 (Staffed 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.) 

Email: 2024.homesteadcomplex@firenet.gov 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HomesteadComplexFireInfo/ 

Middle Fork Complex Fire Update
Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Cooler Weather with Rain Expected Wednesday

The Middle Fork Complex is 60,809 acres with 30% completion. There are currently 697 personnel assigned to these fires, including 18 hand crews, 26 engines, and 4 helicopters. Changing weather patterns will begin impacting the area on Wednesday. Today, expect continued dry conditions with increased southwest winds gusting up to 25mph. Increased high cloud cover will keep temperatures down a few degrees with highs in the 70s and 80s, but the combination of higher southwest winds and low relative humidities will promote elevated fire activity across the area. A Fire Weather Watch is in effect for scattered thunderstorms on Wednesday, including the possibility of outflow wind gusts up to 50 to 60 mph.

Yesterday, the Bulldog Fire grew about 90 acres, mostly on the north and northeast edges further into the 2006 Rattlesnake fire area. Crews continue to hold the fire east of the Middle Fork corridor, holding and patrolling Road 698. Crews continue using heavy equipment and handline to strengthen contingency fireline northwest of Road 671 and fuel mitigation around Boiling Springs and the Silver Creek Lookout in anticipation of Goat Fire movement south.

Crews continue patrolling the indirect fireline from the Nellie Fire to the southwest corner of the Bulldog Fire, and the fires made no progress in that area. Crews continue to patrol the southwest side of the Nellie Fire and the Highway 17 corridor, and Highway 17 road repair work continues. Crews are strengthening the contingency fireline along Road 555 from the junction with Road 579 towards Deadwood Outfitters. Mop up and patrolling continues around the Deadwood Reservoir and along Road 510.
When weather and fuel conditions allow, operations will conduct fuel mitigation around the Scott Mountain Tower. An engine crew will reduce fuels around the tower and an Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) will conduct firing operations along the Scott Mountain ridge. Community members may see more smoke from the fire interior when these operations commence.

There will be a community meeting Wednesday, September 11, at 6 p.m. at the White Barn Building, near 85 Severance Road, Garden Valley, Idaho.

Boise National Forest Closure Order Number 0402-06-60 remains in effect. An interactive forest closure map is available on the Boise National Forest Alerts & Closures website, https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/boise/alerts-notices.
Hunters are not allowed access to these closed areas.
Highway 21 is closed from the Sourdough Lodge in Lowman to Stanley (MP 84 to 130) due to nearby wildfire activity. Only local traffic is allowed between the Sourdough Lodge and Warm Springs Airstrip. There is no public access from the highway to surrounding areas including Grandjean, Bull Trout, Boundary Creek, Cape Horn, or Seafoam. For more information, visit the Idaho Department of Transportation website, https://511.idaho.gov/

Wildfires are a No Drone Zone. If you fly, we can’t. Every time a drone is spotted near the fire all aircraft are grounded until we can be sure the drone is clear of this area. Visit Know Before You Fly, http://knowbeforeyoufly.org. A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is in effect in the fire area.

Fire Information: 208-992-3045 (8am – 8pm) Email: 2024.middleforkcomplex@firenet.gov
InciWeb: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/idbof-middle-fork-complex-fire-bulldog-and-nellie
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Middle-Fork-Complex-Fire-Boise-National-Forest/61565022204468
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@2024.middleforkcomplex

Actualización Sobre Incendio Park: Martes, 10 de Septiembre de 2024

Administración De Incidentes Complejos Del Área Suroeste - Equipo 2

John Truett - Comandante Del Incidente 

Tamaño: 429,603 acres

Fecha de Inicio: 24 de Julio de 2024

Contencion: 99%

Personal Total: 485

Recursos: 1 helicóptero, 4 cuadrillas, 6 camiones de bomberos, 2 topadoras, 10 camiones de agua, 2 astilladoras, 8 excavadoras, 2 máquinas para talar árboles, 3 minicargadoras, 1 apiladoras, 1 retroexcavadora, 4 motoniveladoras

SITUACIÓN ACTUAL: Equipo 2 De La Administración De Incidentes Complejos Del Área Suroeste (SWCIMT2) transferirá el mando del incendio el jueves 12 de septiembre. Los nuevos administradores de incendios llegarán hoy, recibirán una sesión informativa y comenzarán la transición con SWCIMT2, recopilando información que facilitará el cambio de mando. La actualización de mañana será la actualización final de SWCIMT2. A partir de entonces, el oficial de asuntos públicos del Bosque Nacional Lassen será el punto de contacto para obtener información sobre el incendio Park. Hoy será el último día en que se publique información en los foros comunitarios. El incidente será administrado con menos personal y recursos, pero continuarán los trabajos de reparación de extinción de incendios. 

CLIMA Y SEGURIDAD CONTRA INCENDIOS: Los vientos hoy volverán a aumentar. Las temperaturas continúan su tendencia a la baja y hoy alcanzan máximos de 80 grados. A pesar de ello, la humedad relativa sigue siendo obstinadamente baja. Estas condiciones fomentan la propagación de nuevos incendios, así que tenga especial cuidado al recrear y utilizar equipos al aire libre y tenga en cuenta las restricciones contra incendios aplicables. Los tocones y troncos continúan ardiendo y ocasionalmente ardiendo dentro del perímetro del incendio Park; El humo interior puede ser visible pero no representa ningún peligro. Los cielos brumosos y llenos de humo son el resultado de incendios en otros estados. Obtenga información sobre la calidad del aire en su área y vea un mapa de humo aquí: tinyurl.com/ypkfbkyn.

CIERRE DE BOSQUES: Algunos terrenos, caminos y senderos del Bosque Nacional Lassen cerca del área del incendio están cerrados temporalmente por la seguridad del público y de los bomberos durante la fase de reparación del incendio. Antes de recrear en sus tierras públicas, consulte la Orden Forestal No. 06-24-07 y el mapa aquí: fs.usda.gov/alerts/lassen/alerts-notices. Es su responsabilidad saber dónde se encuentra en relación con la orden de cierre.  

RESTRICCIONES DE INCENDIO: Las restricciones contra incendios siguen vigentes en toda el área. Para más detalles, consulte la Orden Forestal No. 06-24-04 aquí: fs.usda.gov/alerts/lassen/alerts-notices. Encuentre enlaces a restricciones de otras agencias de administración de tierras en Park Fire Information Linktree (URL y código QR a continuación). Conocer las restricciones contra incendios en las áreas donde vive, trabaja o se recrea es su responsabilidad.

Información sobre incendio Park (Suroeste CIMT 2) 530-414-9298 2024.park@firenet.gov       

Árbol de Enlace Incendio Park (enlaces a sitios web de información sobre incendios): linktr.ee/park_fire

Oficina del Supervisor del Bosque Nacional Lassen: 530-257-2151

Park Fire Update: Tuesday, September 10, 2024

Southwest Complex Incident Management Team 2

Incident Commander John Truett

Size: 429,603 acres 

Start Date: July 24, 2024

Containment: 99 percent

Total Personnel: 485

Resources: 1 helicopter, 4 crews, 6 engines, 2 dozers, 10 water tenders, 2 chippers, 8 excavators, 2 feller bunchers, 3 skidders, 1 log loaders, 1 backhoe, 4 road graders

CURRENT SITUATION: Southwest Complex Incident Management Team 2 (SWCIMT2) will be transferring command of the fire on Thursday, September 12.  New fire managers will arrive today, receive a briefing, and begin the transition with SWCIMT2, gathering information that will facilitate the change of command. Tomorrow’s update will be the final update from SWCIMT2. Thereafter, the Lassen National Forest public affairs officer will be the point of contact for Park Fire information. Today will be the final day that information is posted on community boards. The incident will be managed with fewer personnel and resources, but fire-suppression repair work will continue.

WEATHER & FIRE SAFETY: Winds today will be picking up again. Temperatures continue their downward trend reaching highs only in the 80s today. Despite this, relative humidity remains stubbornly low. These conditions encourage the spread of any new fires, so be particularly cautious while recreating and using equipment outdoors and be aware of applicable fire restrictions. Stumps and snags do continue to smolder and occasionally burn within the Park Fire perimeter; interior smoke might be visible but poses no danger. Hazy, smoky skies are the result of fires in other states. Get air-quality information for your area and view a smoke map here: tinyurl.com/ypkfbkyn. 

FOREST CLOSURE: Some Lassen National Forest lands, roads, and trails remain temporarily closed for the safety of the public and firefighters during the repair phase of the fire. Prior to recreating on your public lands, view Forest Order No. 06-24-07 and the map here: fs.usda.gov/alerts/lassen/alerts-notices. Knowing the forest-closure status in the areas where you are working or recreating is your responsibility.

FIRE RESTRICTIONS: Fire restrictions remain in effect throughout the area. For details, view Forest Order No. 06-24-04 here: fs.usda.gov/alerts/lassen/alerts-notices. Find links to other land management agencies’ restrictions in the Park Fire Information Linktree (URL and QR code below). Knowing fire restrictions in the areas where you are living, working or recreating is your responsibility.

Park Fire Information (Southwest CIMT 2): 530-414-9298 |  2024.park@firenet.gov

Park Fire Linktree (fire information website links): linktr.ee/park_fire

Lassen National Forest Supervisor’s Office: 530-257-2151