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September 11 Decker Fire Update

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Decker Fire Update
September 11, 2019, 11:00 a.m.
Rio Grande National Forest
Pike-San Isabel National Forest
BLM - Front Range Fire and Aviation Management Unit
Curtis Smith, Incident Commander

Fire Information:
(719) 626-1095
Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Decker Fire Crosses onto San Isabel National Forest; Information Resources Available


Current Situation:
The Decker Fire remained active on Tuesday, as it reached the ridge between Simmons Peak and Methodist Mountain. One spot fire north of the main fire burned approximately 10 additional acres of beetle-killed forest high on the ridge. The fire continues to back down the east side of the ridge. Flames may be visible from Salida and the US Highway 50 corridor. By crossing the ridge between Simmons Peak and Methodist Mountain, the fire is now burning on both the Rio Grande and San Isabel National Forest.

Today, additional resources will be arriving to manage the fire. The Platte Canyon Wildand Fire Module will arrive today as well as three Public Information Officers. Firefighters will continue to monitor the fire and work to ensure that the fire remains within the national forest. A Colorado Fire Prevention and Control multi-mission aircraft (MMA) is anticipated to fly over the fire today for more accurate mapping and estimate of fire size.

Fire managers will be transitioning the command of the fire to a Type 3 organization late Wednesday or early Thursday morning to better manage incoming resources.


New information resources about the fire are now available to the public. A fire information line, email address, Inciweb page, and a Decker Fire-specific Facebook page have been established. That information is included below.


Please do not call 911 to report fire behavior on the Decker Fire. Please call 911 for emergencies only.


Weather & Fuel Conditions:
Seasonal temperatures are expected into Thursday. Temperatures will reach the mid-60s and humidity is expected to remain between 20 and 30 percent. Southwest winds 15-20 mph with gusts up to 35 mph are expected through the day.


Evacuations and Closures:
There are no evacuations or closures at this time. Motorists are encouraged to be aware of fire traffic and possible heavy roadside activity along US 285 in the vicinity of Alder.


Smoke:
The Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment has issued a smoke outlook for the Decker Fire. Winds near the fire on Wednesday will primarily be out of the southwest, transporting smoke to the northeast of the fire towards the Chaffee/Fremont County line, and could bring periods of smoke to Salida, Cleora, Wellsville, and Howard. Winds may be breezy and gusty at times on Wednesday afternoon. For more information on smoke from the Decker Fire, please visit
https://www.colorado.gov/airquality/colo_advisory.aspx.

Decker Fire Statistics:

Size: Approximately 98 acres
Containment: 0%
Total Personnel: 8
Cause: Lightning
Start Date: September 8, 2019

Location: 9 miles south of Salida, CO


Contact Information:
InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6592/
Fire Info Line: (719) 626-1095
Facebook: facebook.com/DeckerFire2019
Twitter: #DeckerFire2019


Decker Fire Update for September 10

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Decker Fire
Fire Update
September 10, 2019


Location: Sangre de Cristo Wilderness area, Saguache RD, Rio Grande National Forest; 9 miles south of Salida, Colorado


Cause: Lightning strike in a standing green aspen stand living at approximately 10,700 feet in elevation

Fire Behavior: Remains low with a smoldering fire and some creeping into the surrounding spruce-fir. The fire will become more active during the evening as fuels dry. Flames and smoke can be seen from Highway 285. Fire is consuming standing dead trees and smoke is settling into the town of Salida.

Size: Sunday September 8, the fire was at 7 acres and grew to 29 acres by September 9. Daytime drying resulted in fire growth to 98 acres as of September 10.

Surrounding Area and Fuels: The fire is burning in the understory of aspen stands. Understories are composed of grass and downed trees.

Closures: None at this time.

Current Situation:
Fire managers develop a strategy for every type of fire which includes tactical decisions specific to each incident. First priority for all wildfires is the safety of personnel, the public, including adjacent landowners and the safe and effective utilization of firefighting resources. Additional objectives for the Decker Fire include the enhancement of the Sangre de Cristo Wilderness’s natural values through the ecological effects of fire. Working together, fire managers and fuel specialists have been advancing and fulfilling wildfire protection preparedness and readiness for several years.

A fire engine module and fire planning specialists are assigned to the Decker fire and continue to actively manage the wilderness fire. Information and daily up- dates to fire managers help to support and provide next steps for response as concluded in the Incident Decision document, developed during the initial planning process. Flames and smoke from this fire may occasionally be visible from vantage points throughout Chaffee, Fremont and Saguache counties. Smoke may impact Salida, Poncha Springs, and other Arkansas Valley locations.

Lime Fire Kidder 2 Fire Update 9172019

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Lime Fire & Kidder 2 Fire Update - 9/17/2019

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Yreka, CA. – The Lime and Kidder 2 Fires were started by lightning on September 5, 2019.

Active weather is expected over both fires today. A second cold front is on the way with winds that will be increasing this afternoon. Wetting rains are likely Tuesday evening through Wednesday. Cool and blustery conditions will persist on Wednesday with a chance of showers and thunderstorms. Lime Fire – is located south of Cottonwood Peak on the Happy Camp/Oak Knoll Ranger District.

The fire is currently at 1,872 acres 96% contained as firefighters continue to improve containment lines around the fire perimeter.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Lime Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. The public is asked to remain away from closed areas, to allow the firefighters and equipment to work safely.

The public is advised to continue to exercise extreme caution along Highway 96 when driving in the vicinity of the fire.

Kidder 2 Fire – is located ten miles southwest of Fort Jones in the Marble Mountain Wilderness on the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District.

This fire is located in remote and extremely difficult terrain. The fire is 207 acres in size and is 43% contained, firefighters are continuing to construct containment lines along the fire perimeter.

The Pacific Crest Trail passes near the Kidder 2 Fire. For their safety, hikers are advised to avoid the fire area. Please be aware of changing fire conditions.Information on the Klamath National Forest Kidder 2 Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. Forest visitors can contact the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District Office at (530) 468-5351 for additional information or alternative recreational opportunities in the area.

This will be the final scheduled update from California Incident Management Team 15. A Klamath National Forest Type 3 organization will assume command of the Lime Fire and the Kidder 2 Fire at 7:00 a.m. Wednesday September 18th, 2019.

Please visit the following websites for more information: Lime Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6576/Kidder 2 Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6584/Facebook: www.facebook.com/KlamathNFTwitter: https://twitter.com/Klamath_NFTelephone: Joshua Veal (530) 841-4485


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Lime Fire Kidder 2 Fire Update 9162019

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Lime Fire & Kidder 2 Fire Update - 9/16/2019

Yreka, CA. – The Lime and Kidder 2 Fires were started by lightning on September 5, 2019. The following are updates for each fire:

Lime Fire – is located south of Cottonwood Peak on the Happy Camp/Oak Knoll Ranger District.

The fire is currently at 1,872 acres and 84% contained.

On Sunday firefighters worked on strengthening fire containment lines and extinguishing remaining hot spots within the fire perimeter. Suppression efforts were aided by the wetting rains.

An upper level disturbance will move through the region today bringing showers and much colder temperatures along with possible afternoon thunder storms. Precipitation will diminish Monday night into Tuesday, but the chances increase as another system arrives mid-week.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Lime Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. The public is asked to remain away from closed areas, to allow the firefighters, engines, helicopters, and other equipment to work safely.

The evacuation warnings for residences within and adjacent to the Lime Fire, have been lifted by the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office.

The public is advised to continue to exercise extreme caution along Highway 96 when driving in the vicinity of the fire. To ensure public safety, the highway occasionally may be subject to temporary closure.

Kidder 2 Fire – is located ten miles southwest of Fort Jones in the Marble Mountain Wilderness on the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District.

This fire is located in remote and extremely difficult terrain. The fire is 207 acres in size and 43% contained. The decrease in containment is due to a small amount of fire growth from the wind event yesterday. The incident received precipitation and growth has slowed significantly. The cooler temperatures and rain chances will continue to aid firefighters on the Kidder 2 incident.
The Pacific Crest Trail passes near the Kidder 2 Fire. For their safety, hikers are advised to avoid the fire area. Please be aware of changing fire conditions. 

Information on the Klamath National Forest Kidder 2 Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. Forest visitors can contact the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District Office at (530) 468-5351 for additional information or alternative recreational opportunities in the area.

Additional information and daily updates:
Lime Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6576/
Kidder 2 Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6584/
Facebook: www.facebook.com/KlamathNF
Twitter: https://twitter.com/Klamath_NF
Smoke Outlook: https://wildlandfiresmoke.net/outlooks/NorthernKlamathNF
Telephone: Joshua Veal (530) 841-4485


Lime Fire Kidder 2 Fire Update 9152019

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Lime Fire & Kidder 2 Fire Update – 9/15/2019

Yreka, CA. – The Lime and Kidder 2 Fires were started by lightning on September 5, 2019. The following are updates for each fire:

Lime Fire – is located south of Cottonwood Peak on the Happy Camp/Oak Knoll Ranger District.

The fire is currently at 1,872 acres 84% contained.

On Saturday firefighters worked on strengthening fire containment lines and extinguishing remaining hot spots within the fire perimeter. Today they will work on increasing the percentage of containment and further securing the fire in advance of an approaching cold front.

Today’s weather forecast is for gusty winds, increasing clouds and a slight chance of rain in the afternoon. Maximum temperatures are forecast between 68 to 76 degrees. The minimum humidity on the highest elevations of the fire is expected to be between 25 to 35%. Forecasted wind speeds are 3 to 20 mph with gusts to 25 mph.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Lime Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. The public is asked to remain away from closed areas, to allow the firefighters, engines, helicopters, and other equipment to work safely.

The September 7 evacuation warning for residences within and adjacent to the Lime Fire, was lifted by the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday September 12.

The public is advised to continue to exercise extreme caution along Highway 96 when driving in the vicinity of the fire. To ensure public safety, the highway occasionally may be subject to temporary closure.

Kidder 2 Fire – is located ten miles southwest of Fort Jones in the Marble Mountain Wilderness on the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District.

This fire is located in remote and extremely difficult terrain. The fire is 181 acres in size and 54% contained. Smoke from this fire occasionally has been visible this week from State Highway 3, indicating additional fuel being consumed within the fire perimeter. Today firefighters are concentrating on keeping the fire within the containment lines on the east side of the fire.

The Pacific Crest Trail passes near the Kidder 2 Fire. For their safety, hikers are advised to avoid the fire area.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Kidder 2 Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. Forest visitors can contact the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District Office at (530) 468-5351 for additional information or alternative recreational opportunities in the area.


Additional information and daily updates:

Lime Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6576/

Kidder 2 Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6584/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/KlamathNF

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Klamath_NF

Telephone: Joshua Veal (530) 841-4485


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Lime Fire Kidder 2 Fire Update 9142019

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Lime Fire & Kidder 2 Fire Update – 9/14/2019

Yreka, CA. – The Lime and Kidder 2 Fires were started by lightning on September 5, 2019. The following are updates for each fire:

Lime Fire – is located south of Cottonwood Peak on the Happy Camp/Oak Knoll Ranger District.

The fire is currently at 1,872 acres 71% contained.

Firefighters were very productive yesterday and increased the percentage of containment from 45 to 71%. They will continue to mop up and strengthen fire containment lines today.

Today’s weather forecast is for clear skies and warm and dry air. Maximum temperatures are forecast between 84 and 91 degrees. The minimum humidity on the highest elevations of the fire is expected to be between 15 to 25%. Forecasted wind speeds are 5 to 10 mph with gusts to 15 mph.

On Friday morning one firefighter was airlifted to Medford for medical treatment after being struck by a tree. The firefighter remains hospitalized in stable condition. This is a reminder of the hazardous conditions our firefighters face on a daily basis while out on the fireline.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Lime Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. The public is asked to remain away from closed areas, to allow the firefighters, engines, helicopters, and other equipment to work safely.

The September 7 evacuation warning for residences within and adjacent to the Lime Fire, was lifted by the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday September 12.

The public is advised to continue to exercise extreme caution along Highway 96 when driving in the vicinity of the fire. To ensure public safety, the highway occasionally may be subject to temporary closure. Motorists are also encouraged to be aware of potentially distracted driving along Interstate 5, as the fire is visible from a number of vantage points north of Yreka.

Kidder 2 Fire – is located ten miles southwest of Fort Jones in the Marble Mountain Wilderness on the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District.

This fire is located in an isolated and extremely steep and rugged part of the forest. The fire is 165 acres in size and 54% contained. Firefighters continue to build and improve fireline.

The Pacific Crest Trail passes near the Kidder 2 Fire. For their safety, hikers are advised to avoid the fire area.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Kidder 2 Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. Forest visitors can contact the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District Office at (530) 468-5351 for additional information or alternative recreational opportunities in the area.


Additional information and daily updates:

Lime Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6576/

Kidder 2 Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6584/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/KlamathNF

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Klamath_NF

Telephone: Joshua Veal (530) 841-4485


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Lime Fire & Kidder 2 Fire Update – 9/14/2019

Yreka, CA. – The Lime and Kidder 2 Fires were started by lightning on September 5, 2019. The following are updates for each fire:

Lime Fire – is located south of Cottonwood Peak on the Happy Camp/Oak Knoll Ranger District.

The fire is currently at 1,872 acres 71% contained.

Firefighters were very productive yesterday and increased the percentage of containment from 45 to 71%. They will continue to mop up and strengthen fire containment lines today.

Today’s weather forecast is for clear skies and warm and dry air. Maximum temperatures are forecast between 84 and 91 degrees. The minimum humidity on the highest elevations of the fire is expected to be between 15 to 25%. Forecasted wind speeds are 5 to 10 mph with gusts to 15 mph.

On Friday morning one firefighter was airlifted to Medford for medical treatment after being struck by a tree. The firefighter remains hospitalized in stable condition. This is a reminder of the hazardous conditions our firefighters face on a daily basis while out on the fireline.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Lime Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. The public is asked to remain away from closed areas, to allow the firefighters, engines, helicopters, and other equipment to work safely.

The September 7 evacuation warning for residences within and adjacent to the Lime Fire, was lifted by the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office on Wednesday September 12.

The public is advised to continue to exercise extreme caution along Highway 96 when driving in the vicinity of the fire. To ensure public safety, the highway occasionally may be subject to temporary closure. Motorists are also encouraged to be aware of potentially distracted driving along Interstate 5, as the fire is visible from a number of vantage points north of Yreka.

Kidder 2 Fire – is located ten miles southwest of Fort Jones in the Marble Mountain Wilderness on the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District.

This fire is located in an isolated and extremely steep and rugged part of the forest. The fire is 165 acres in size and 54% contained. Firefighters continue to build and improve fireline.

The Pacific Crest Trail passes near the Kidder 2 Fire. For their safety, hikers are advised to avoid the fire area.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Kidder 2 Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. Forest visitors can contact the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District Office at (530) 468-5351 for additional information or alternative recreational opportunities in the area.


Additional information and daily updates:

Lime Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6576/

Kidder 2 Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6584/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/KlamathNF

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Klamath_NF

Telephone: Joshua Veal (530) 841-4485


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Lime Fire Kidder 2 Fire Update 9132019

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Lime Fire & Kidder 2 Fire Update – 9/13/2019

Yreka, CA. – The Lime and Kidder 2 Fires were started by lightning on September 5, 2019. The following are updates for each fire:

Lime Fire – is located south of Cottonwood Peak on the Happy Camp/Oak Knoll Ranger District.

This lightning-caused fire is currently at 1,872 acres at 45% containment.

Firefighters on Thursday made significant progress on the fire, increasing the containment percentage from 25 to 45%. Firefighters will continue mop up and strengthen firelines today.

Today’s weather forecast is a continuation of a warming and drying trend. Maximum temperatures are forecast between 82 and 90 degrees. Minimum humidity on the highest elevations of the fire are expected to be 15 to 25%. Forecasted wind speeds are 5 to 10 mph with gusts to 15 mph.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Lime Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. The public is asked to remain away from closed areas, to allow the firefighters, engines, helicopters, and other equipment to work safely.

Effective Wednesday September 12 at 6:00 P.M., the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office lifted the evacuation warning that had been effect since September 7 for residences within and adjacent to the Lime Fire.

Forest Service and public safety officials would like to thank residents for their understanding of the situation and for being prepared.

The public is advised to continue to exercise extreme caution along Highway 96 when driving in the vicinity of the fire. To ensure public safety, the highway occasionally may be subject to temporary closure. Motorists are also encouraged to be aware of potentially distracted driving along Interstate 5, as the fire is visible from a number of vantage points north of Yreka.


Kidder 2 Fire – is located ten miles southwest of Fort Jones in the Marble Mountain Wilderness on the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District.

This lightning-caused fire is burning in remote and rugged terrain. The fire currently is 165 acres and 43% contained. On Thursday, firefighters continued constructing and securing fireline and will continue that work today.

The Pacific Crest Trail passes near the Kidder 2 Fire. For their safety, hikers are advised to avoid the fire area.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Kidder 2 Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. Forest visitors can contact the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District Office at (530) 468-5351 for additional information or alternative recreational opportunities in the area.


Additional information and daily updates:

Lime Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6576/

Kidder 2 Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6584/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/KlamathNF

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Klamath_NF

Telephone: Joshua Veal (530) 841-4485


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All evacuation warnings have been lifted as of 600 pm September 12 2019

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Lime Fire Update 09082019

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Yreka, CA - The Lime fire, burning south of Cottonwood Peak on the Happy Camp/Oak Knoll Ranger

District of the Klamath National Forest, was detected late morning on Thursday, September 5,

2019. The Lime fire was started by lightning from storms the previous day and was one of over 40

wildfires started on the Klamath NF due to this thunderstorm activity. Erratic fire behavior on Lime and

the loss of aviation support diverted to another fire with residences immediately threatened contributed

to initial attack actions being unsuccessful. Additional resources were deployed on Lime on

September 6, but extremely steep terrain, heavy fuels, and poor firefighter access together with strong

afternoon winds and erratic fire behavior contributed to continued fire growth. A Type 2 incident

management team was subsequently ordered to assist the Forest with continue suppression

efforts. The team is in place as of early this morning.

The fire is threatening private timberlands to the north and scattered residences throughout the

area. Firefighters are continuing to take aggressive suppression actions, including building hand- and

bulldozer constructed fireline, and are being supported by helicopters and retardant dropping

aircraft. Cooling daytime temperatures in the coming week will provide firefighters a significant

opportunity to build containment toward fire control.

Yesterday morning, at the request of the Lime Incident Commander, the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s

Office issued an evacuation warning for residences within and adjacent to the fire area. This request

was made out of concern for potential rapid-fire movement due to the anticipated passage of a dry and

gusty cold front in the afternoon. Map of Evacuation Warning Area for Lime Fire 9/8/2019

The fire is currently estimated to be at 400-500 acres with 0% containment. There are 174 people

assigned, including six firefighting crews, three helicopters and nine bulldozers. The increased fire

activity in northern California over the past 72 hours has made additional firefighting resources limited

in availability.


Motorists are advised to exercise extreme caution along Highway 96 in the vicinity of the fire, in order to

provide for firefighter safety and to accommodate increased fire equipment traffic. Motorists are also

encouraged to be aware of potentially distracted driving along Interstate 5, as the fire is visible from a

number of vantage points north of Yreka.

Additional information and daily updates can be found on InciWeb or by contacting the Klamath

National Forest Supervisor’s office at 1711 South Main Street in Yreka, CA or calling (530) 842-6131.

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Lime Fire Kidder 2 Fire Update 9122019

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Yreka, CA. – The Lime and Kidder 2 Fires were started by lightning on September 5, 2019. The following are updates for each fire:

Lime Fire – is located south of Cottonwood Peak on the Happy Camp/Oak Knoll Ranger District.

This lightning-caused fire is currently at 1,862 acres at 25% containment.

On Wednesday firefighters took advantage of the cooler weather to identify and extinguish hot spots within the fire perimeter. Ground forces were supported in this work by helicopter water bucket drops. Firefighters also improved and extended control lines around the fire’s perimeter, resulting in a higher percentage of containment.

Today’s forecast is for warmer and drier weather. Maximum temperatures are forecast between 81 to 87 degrees, with minimum humidity falling to 15 to 30%. Forecasted wind speeds are 5 to 10 mph with gusts to 15 mph.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Lime Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. The public is asked to remain away from closed areas, to allow the firefighters, engines, helicopters, and other equipment to work safely.

The Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office issued an evacuation warning for residences within and adjacent to the fire area on September 7 at 12:17 p.m. The evacuation warning will remain in effect until public safety officials determine conditions are safe to allow the warning to be lifted.

Motorists are advised to continue to exercise extreme caution along Highway 96 in the vicinity of the fire. To ensure public safety, the highway occasionally may be subject to temporary closure. Motorists are also encouraged to be aware of potentially distracted driving along Interstate 5, as the fire is visible from a number of vantage points north of Yreka.

Kidder 2 Fire – is located ten miles southwest of Fort Jones in the Marble Mountain Wilderness on the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District.

This lightning-caused fire is burning in remote and rugged terrain. The current fire size is 161 acres with 32% containment.

On Wednesday firefighters continued constructing and securing fireline. Today they will continue to work on suppressing the fire.

The Pacific Crest Trail passes near the fire, and hikers are advised to avoid the area, due to the possibility of smoke and fire spread.

Information on the Klamath National Forest Kidder 2 Fire closure order, issued on September 11, can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/klamath/alerts-notices. Forest visitors can contact the Salmon/Scott River Ranger District Office at (530) 468-5351 for additional information or alternative recreational opportunities in the area.


Additional information and daily updates:

Lime Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6576/

Kidder 2 Fire InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/6584/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/KlamathNF

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Klamath_NF

Telephone: Joshua Veal (530) 841-4485


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