Based on a reconnaissance flight last night the fire is now estimated at 327 acres.Due to increased fire activity yesterday, crews on the east flank were unable to work on containment lines. Smokejumpers worked on the northern tip of the fire and scouted the Entiat side of the fire. There was increased heat on the east side, but that has mostly cooled down and the fire is now slowly backing down the east slope. Crews will attempt to confront the east flank again today to tie into the smokejumper’s containment lines on the northeast corner.

Yesterday, crews covered significant ground on the east flank of the fire and will be continuing work on the east side to tie in containment lines with 16 smokejumpers working in the northeast corner. Crews were successful in finishing brush and snag work along the 6210 road. The north side of the fire is burning into the old (2015) Wolverine fire scar, and fire activity is diminishing there.Increased torching and fire activity was observed yesterday on the west flank. Three crews and helicopters dropping water worked on confining this side of the fire. Today, crews will continue to work as far as safely possible and will scout out further options for confinement along the west flank.

Today, fire weather is predicted to be slightly elevated compared to yesterday’s observed weather, with slightly higher temperatures and lower relative humidity. Tomorrow’s forecast is predicted to bring a cold front with gusty winds and a chance of showers. Crews will be monitoring weather and fire behavior as the cold front moves in. According to infrared imaging data taken late last night, the Chikamin Fire is estimated at 269 acres (see map below). Conditions were not ideal for burn-out operations yesterday, so they will commence mid-morning today; smoke may be visible in the area. The goal of this burn-out is to secure a solid line along established fuel breaks to keep the wildfire contained on the southwest edge.

Road and trail closures are still in effect. 

 
 

 There are now approximately 143 personnel currently assigned to the Chikamin Fire, which is estimated at 260 acres.  

On Monday, firefighters, along with a heavy equipment, utilized the cooler temperatures and minimal fire behavior to their advantage and continued brush and prep work along FS Road 6210. As work along the 6210 road finishes up, crews will be moving both to the east and west of the fire to start containment on these sides. Smokejumpers continue to work on the northeast perimeter of the fire. 

Helicopters dropped buckets of water on the Southwest flank to keep the fire from crossing the 6210 road. The use of UAS (Unmanned Aircraft Systems) has also been beneficial in the steep terrain of the Chikamin Fire to capture aerial infrared images to find hotspots and watch the perimeter of the fire, limiting the risk and exposure of fire personnel on the line.

An engine patrolled the 6210 road overnight making sure the fire did not spot to the other side of the road.

Crews will be burning out approximately a 2 acre section on the southwest edge of the fire today, smoke may be visible.  

Road and trail closures are still in place to provide for public safety and firefighter safety. Motorcycle Rangers are patrolling the area.

The following road and trails are still closed to public entry:

FS Road #6210 - Chikamin Road 
Trail 1548 - Lower Chiwawa 
Trail 1534 - Chikamin Tie 
Trail 1524 - Minnow Ridge 
Trail 1515 - Basalt Ridge 
Trail 1530 - Basalt Pass 
Trail 1538 - Rock Creek Tie 
Trail 1408 - Garland Peak 
Trail 1409.1 - Upper Mad River 
Trail 1523 - Alder Ridge 
Trail 1561 - Chikamin Tie 
Trail 1539 - Minnow Creek 
Trail 1429 – Shetipo
 

To provide for public safety and firefighter safety on the Chikamin Fire the following road and trails are closed to public entry:  
 FS Road #6210 - Chikamin Road  Trail 1548 - Lower Chiwawa  Trail 1534 - Chikamin Tie  Trail 1524 - Minnow Ridge  Trail 1515 - Basalt Ridge  Trail 1530 - Basalt Pass  Trail 1538 - Rock Creek Tie  Trail 1408 - Garland Peak  Trail 1409.1 - Upper Mad River  Trail 1523 - Alder Ridge  Trail 1561 - Chikamin Tie  Trail 1539 - Minnow Creek  Trail 1429 – Shetipo   

The area closure has been terminated.
The following roads and trails are OPEN, effective September 24, 2020:

FS Road #6210 - Chikamin Road
Trail 1548 - Lower Chiwawa
Trail 1534 - Chikamin Tie
Trail 1524 - Minnow Ridge
Trail 1515 - Basalt Ridge
Trail 1530 - Basalt Pass
Trail 1538 - Rock Creek Tie
Trail 1408 - Garland Peak
Trail 1409.1 - Upper Mad River
Trail 1523 - Alder Ridge
Trail 1561 - Chikamin Tie
Trail 1539 - Minnow Creek
Trail 1429 - Shetipo

Dam Fire Incident Final Update

Tuesday, August 4th

Location of Origin: San Gabriel Canyon, near Morris Dam 
Start Date: July 30th, 2020
Size: Approximately 220 acres
Percent Contained: 87%
Cause: Under Investigation
Resources Assigned: 381 personnel
Fire Information Number: (747) 322- 6643

SUMMARY

Last night’s infrared flight showed a couple of heat sources inside the control lines.  They will be actively addressing those during today’s operations. Management of the fire will begin its transition back to the local unit as California Interagency Incident Management Team 13 prepares to depart. The Dam Fire remains at 220 acres with 87% percent containment. Firefighters continue to monitor and patrolled the areas of the fire that are inaccessible. Crews will continue with backhaul operations, the process of gathering equipment like hose, hose fittings, nozzles, and recycling. Equipment will be cleaned, repaired, and organized to be ready for the next incident.

On behave of Incident Commander Mike Wakoski, and California Interagency Incident Management Team 13, we wish to thank the local residents, forest visitors for their patience and understanding as we managed the fire.

Hot and dry conditions are forecasted to subside. Slightly cooler temperatures and higher relative humidity are expected today into Wednesday. More information can be found at the National Weather Service website.

On Thursday, August 6th, 8:00 a.m. conditions permitting, the road closure at State Route 39 North of Azusa at Old San Gabriel Canyon Road will be lifted. Until the road reopens, the closure will continue to be staffed by the California Highway Patrol and CALTRANS. Additionally, Glendora Ridge Road and Glendora Mountain Road will reopen.

When Highway 39 reopens, dispersed recreation is permitted in San Gabriel Canyon, however some restrooms may not be available while we continue to focus on necessary maintenance. Coldbrook Campground, Crystal Lake Recreation Area, San Gabriel Canyon OHV and the West Fork picnic area also will remain closed. 

After the closure is lifted, please drive with caution and be aware of emergency vehicles as crews remain working in the area. Please be advised that Highway 39 is experiencing high vehicle traffic due to the fire, and be alert to the potential of falling debris along Highway 39.

The fire danger to the Angeles National Forest has continued to increase, and on Saturday, August 1st, the Angeles National Forest changed its Forest Fire Danger Level from VERY HIGH to EXTREME. Corresponding with this change, the Angeles National Forest moved into full fire restrictions including prohibiting campfires in developed sites. You may read the Angeles Forest Order No. 05-01-20-05 which prohibits all campfires within the Angeles National Forest. The Angeles National Forest uses a 6 Level Fire Danger Rating System to determine fire restrictions which it adjusts throughout the year. 

No fires of any type including cooking stoves, lanterns, and similar devices which use propane, white gas, or similar fuels are allowed at this time.

ABOUT THE ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST

The Angeles National Forest is located within one of the driest, most fire-prone areas in the United States – where human-caused wildland fires are becoming larger and more frequent - significantly damaging natural resources as well as the important human infrastructure on these invaluable public lands.

Not all areas and resources impacted by these fires will recover naturally, so forest managers and partners have launched a number of restoration efforts intended to produce ecosystems that are able to adapt and thrive over time. Learn more about these fire restoration projects by viewing a story map on the Angeles National Forest website.

For more information visit: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6900/

Dam Fire Incident Evening Update

Monday, August 3rd

Location of Origin: San Gabriel Canyon, near Morris Dam 
Start Date: July 30th, 2020
Size: Approximately 220 acres
Percent Contained: 87%
Cause: Under Investigation
Resources Assigned: 381 personnel
Fire Information Number: (747) 322- 6643

SUMMARY

The Dam Fire remains at 220 acres with 87% percent containment. Firefighters monitored and patrolled the areas of the fire that are inaccessible. Crews continue with backhaul operations, the process of gathering equipment like hose, hose fittings, nozzles, and recycling. Equipment will be cleaned, repaired, and organized to be ready for the next incident.

Hot and dry conditions are forecasted to subside. Slightly cooler temperatures and higher relative humidity are expected today into Tuesday. More information can be found at the National Weather Service website.

The fire danger to the Angeles National Forest has continued to increase, and on Saturday, August 1st, the Angeles National Forest changed its Forest Fire Danger Level from VERY HIGH to EXTREME. Corresponding with this change, the Angeles National Forest moved into full fire restrictions including prohibiting campfires in developed sites. You may read the Angeles Forest Order No. 05-01-20-05 which prohibits all campfires within the Angeles National Forest. The Angeles National Forest uses a 6 Level Fire Danger Rating System to determine fire restrictions which it adjusts throughout the year. 

No fires of any type including cooking stoves, lanterns, and similar devices which use propane, white gas, or similar fuels are allowed at this time.

CLOSURES
On Thursday, August 6th, 8:00 a.m. conditions permitting, the road closure at State Route 39 North of Azusa at Old San Gabriel Canyon Road will be lifted. Additionally, Glendora Ridge Road and Glendora Mountain Road will reopen. Until the road reopens, the closure will continue to be staffed by the California Highway Patrol and CALTRANS. 

When Highway 39 reopens, dispersed recreation is permitted in San Gabriel Canyon, however some restrooms may not be available while we continue to focus on necessary maintenance. Coldbrook Campground, Crystal Lake Recreation Area, San Gabriel Canyon OHV and the West Fork picnic area also will remain closed. 

After the closure is lifted, please drive with caution and be aware of emergency vehicles as crews remain working in the area. Please be advised that Highway 39 is experiencing high vehicle traffic due to the fire, and be alert to the potential of falling debris along Highway 39.

ABOUT THE ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST

The Angeles National Forest is located within one of the driest, most fire-prone areas in the United States – where human-caused wildland fires are becoming larger and more frequent - significantly damaging natural resources as well as the important human infrastructure on these invaluable public lands.

Not all areas and resources impacted by these fires will recover naturally, so forest managers and partners have launched a number of restoration efforts intended to produce ecosystems that are able to adapt and thrive over time. Learn more about these fire restoration projects by viewing a story map on the Angeles National Forest website.

For more information visit: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6900/

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.

Breve mensaje sobre el incidente Dam Fire

Lugar de origen: San Gabriel Cañón, cerca de Morris Dam Fecha de inicio: 30 de julio de 2020 Tamaño: Aproximadamente 220 acres Porcentaje contenido: 87% Causa: Bajo investigación Recursos asignados: 381 personas Número de información: (747) 322- 6643

CIERRES El cierre de una carretera está vigente en la ruta estatal 39 al norte de Azusa en Old San Gabriel Canyon Road. Además, Glendora Ridge Road y Glendora Mountain Road permanecen cerradas al tráfico de vehículos y peatones. Los cierres están siendo atendidos por California Highway Patrol y CALTRANS.

Dam Fire Incident Morning Update

Monday, August 3rd

Location of Origin: San Gabriel Canyon, near Morris Dam 
Start Date: July 30th, 2020
Size: Approximately 220 acres
Percent Contained: 87%
Cause: Under Investigation
Resources Assigned: 381 personnel
Fire Information Number: (747) 322- 6643

SUMMARY

The Dam Fire remains at 220 acres with 87% percent containment. Firefighters continue to monitor and patrol the areas of the fire that are inaccessible. Crews will secure containment lines and cool areas along the perimeter.

Once these areas have been cooled, the work is not over—suppression repair begins. Today, crews will work to repair impacts to the landscape from fire suppression efforts. On the Dam Fire, crews will cover handlines and dozer lines with vegetation. Dirt road culverts and ditches will be cleaned and repaired to maintain erosion control. Crews will remove all flagging and equipment related to fire suppression activities.

Hot and dry conditions are forecasted to subside. Slightly cooler temperatures and higher relative humidity are expected today into Tuesday. More information can be found at the National Weather Service website.

On Saturday, August 1st, the Angeles National Forest changed its Forest Fire Danger Level from VERY HIGH to EXTREME. Corresponding with this change, the Angeles National Forest moved into full fire restrictions including prohibiting campfires in developed sites. You may read the Angeles Forest Order No. 05-01-20-05 which prohibits all campfires within the Angeles National Forest. The Angeles National Forest uses a 6 Level Fire Danger Rating System to determine fire restrictions which it adjusts throughout the year. 

Cooking stoves, lanterns, and similar devices which use propane, white gas, or similar fuels are prohibited at this time.

CLOSURES
A road closure is in effect at State Route 39 North of Azusa at Old San Gabriel Canyon Road. Additionally, Glendora Ridge Road and Glendora Mountain Road remain closed to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Closures are being staffed by the California Highway Patrol and CALTRANS.

Coldbrook Campground and Crystal Lake Recreation Area are closed. San Gabriel Canyon OHV, West Fork picnic area, and East Fork area of the San Gabriel River are also closed.

Please drive with caution and be aware of emergency vehicles on area highways and streets as these crews remain working. Please be advised that Highway 39 is experiencing high vehicle traffic due to the fire.

ABOUT THE ANGELES NATIONAL FOREST

Hotshot crews were first established in Southern California in the late 1940s on the Angeles and Cleveland National Forests. They were called “hotshot” crews because they worked on the hottest part of wildfires and gave it their best shot.

The U.S. Forest Service, National Park Service, Bureau of Land Management, Bureau of Indian Affairs, state and county agencies sponsor more than 100 Interagency Hotshots Crews, with most located in the western United States. Interagency Hotshot Crews are capable of providing a disciplined, self-contained and adaptable workforce to meet the needs of incident managers in a variety of situations.

For more information visit: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6900/

USDA is an equal opportunity provider, employer and lender.

Dam Fire Incident Evening Update

Location of Origin: San Gabriel Canyon, near Morris Dam Start Date: July 30th, 2020 Size: Approximately 220 acres Percent Contained: 80% Cause: Under Investigation Resources Assigned: 381 personnel Fire Information Number: (747) 322- 6643

CLOSURES A road closure is in effect at State Route 39 North of Azusa at Old San Gabriel Canyon Road. Additionally, Glendora Ridge Road and Glendora Mountain Road remain closed to both vehicle and pedestrian traffic. Closures are being staffed by the California Highway Patrol and CALTRANS.