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Sweet Home, Ore. – Firefighters took advantage of the light winds and relatively high humidity to remove fuels around the Bruler Fire perimeter. Mop up work continued along the south side of the fire. Sprinklers were strategically placed along the west and east side of the fire to aid in suppression of hot spots. Containment is now listed at 10%.  Fire activity increased on the northwest and southwest corners of the fire yesterday. A helicopter dropped water on the fire to prevent it from escaping control lines. Additionally, a small spot fire was controlled outside the fire perimeter.  Today, firefighters will continue to place sprinklers on the south side of the fire. Engines and firefighters will conduct mop up activities on the north and south side of the fire, leading to future sprinkler placement. Additional heavy equipment, including masticators, dozers and bunchers will begin arriving at the fire today. The west side of the fire has a large fuel load and this heavy...

Location: 28 miles northeast of Klamath Falls, OR   Size: 303,791 acres (est.) Personnel: 2,181          Containment: 25%  Yesterday was the ninth day in a row with such extreme fire behavior that firefighters moved to safety zones and looked for opportunities to re-engage. Please note: the fire map issued today does not reflect the actual fire perimeter as the infrared data collection flight was not performed due to aircraft mechanical issues.  There was active fire all night on the southeastern corner. A fire slop over across the 28 Road is estimated to be over 2,500 acres in the Elder Creek area. Firefighters worked through the night to limit growth. On the north edge, firefighters disengaged when the fire aggressively moved past retardant lines three to four miles north toward Long Creek. The Nature Conservancy station at Sycan Marsh was evacuated and firefighters provided structure protection. Fire activity on the Log Fire was moderated by...

 Red Apple Fire Update July 19, 2021 Incident Start Date: July 13, 2021; Cause: Undetermined; Acreage: 12,228; Containment: 83% Hand Crews: 6; Engines: 21; Helicopters: 1 Dozers: 3; Water Tenders: 2; Total Personnel: 278 Firefighter Injuries: 1; Structures Threatened: 400; Structures Damaged: 5; Structures Destroyed: 0 Weather: Last night the region experienced poor to fair relative humidity, which will lead to warm and dry conditions throughout the day. Temperatures will be in the upper 80’s and in the lower 90’s. This afternoon winds will increase out of the northwest, with gusts reaching 30 MPH and lasting into the overnight hours.Current Situation: Overnight, firefighters continued to make good progress on the fire.  Crews, engines, and dozers continued tactical patrolling and mop-up in the upper elevations to extinguish any hot spots. Yesterday’s firing operation off Forest Service Rd 111 to Burch Mountain was successful and added depth to reduce residual...

A firefighter became separated from his crew while working on the Bootleg Fire in Lake County yesterday, July 18th.  The incident occurred when the fire crew was working on containing spot fires in the Happy Camp area.  Crew members reported the individual as missing at 6:30 pm.  The Zone 1 Incident Management Team immediately initiated a search mission. Incident aircraft and other resources were dispatched to help with the search. An incident helicopter spotted the firefighter at 8:20 pm but could not locate an adequate landing zone. Another firefighting crew joined in the search and located the separated firefighter. Lake County Sheriff’s personnel also responded to the area and assisted with the search operation and extraction of the individual. The Rapid Extraction Module (REM), a highly skilled and specially equipped team used to provide emergency medical services and extraction to firefighters on the line, was dispatched to the area and assisted in the...

           Goddard Road Fire  News Release  - July 19th, 2021 Rice, WA:  The Goddard Road fire was reported on July 16th, at approximately 1:43pm near Goddard Road and Orin-Rice Road.  The fire is about 1 mile northeast of Rice and 11 miles southeast of Kettle Falls.   Yesterday, crews continued to construct additional direct lines along the fire line and monitored heavier fuel (timbered areas, with forest litter debris), which are quickly consuming with the low relative humidity and dryness of the fuels.  Along Goddard Road, the fire backed down (a slow progression of the fire as it moved downhill) and was monitored by crews as it stopped at the road.  Fire weakened trees and snags have the possibility to fall across the road and are being mitigated by crews to reduce the hazard.  Small spots were still present on the northern section of the fire, but crews, along with a helicopter were able to identify the affected areas and quickly contain them where they...

 Smoke Outlook for 7/19 -7/20North Central Washington Cedar Creek, Delancy, Cub Creek 2  SmokeExpect similar smoke impacts today in the upper Methow Valley. Increased impacts will occur in the lower Methow Valley, and the Columbia River Drainage toward Omak. Smoke will settle into the valleys overnight resulting in unhealthy to hazardous air in Winthrop and Mazama between 4:00 am to mid afternoon. Mazama impacts may be worse today due to increased fire activity yesterday and a forecast West wind this afternoon. Twisp may experience a shorter period of unhealthy air than Winthrop but should still have unhealthy air in the morning and early afternoon. The Omak area is starting to have degraded air quality as of 3:00 am. Smoke should lift this afternoon.Weather and HealthExpect slightly higher temperatures, and lower relative humidities over the fire area today. If you are running an air conditioner, ensure it is on the recirculation setting to prevent the device from pulling...

Smoke Outlook for 7/19 -7/20North Central Washington Cedar Creek, Delancy, Cub Creek2   Smoke Expect similar smoke impacts today in the upper Methow Valley. Increased impacts will occur in the lower Methow Valley, and the Columbia River Drainage toward Omak. Smoke will settle into the valleys overnight resulting in unhealthy to hazardous air in Winthrop and Mazama between 4:00 am to mid afternoon. Mazama impacts may be worse today due to increased fire activity yesterday and a forecast West wind this afternoon. Twisp may experience a shorter period of unhealthy air than Winthrop but should still have unhealthy air in the morning and early afternoon. The Omak area is starting to have degraded air quality as of 3:00 am. Smoke should lift this afternoon. Weather and Health Expect slightly higher temperatures, and lower relative humidities over the fire area today. If you are running an air conditioner, ensure it is on the recirculation setting to prevent the device from pulling...

INCHELIUM, WASHINGTON – The Summit Trail Fire started on July 12th 17 miles west of Inchelium after a lightning storm moved through the area. California Interagency Incident Management Team 10 is in command of the fire with Incident Commander Daren Dalrymple. Yesterday on the south end, firefighters built direct fireline with crews and indirect fireline with dozers. The fire progressed to the north and remains south of the Lynx Creek Road. On the southeast side, crews continued direct line construction and mopped up areas along the completed sections of fireline. Fixed wing aircraft and helicopters were used on a spot fire to the south. Today the priority is to construct line and mop up around the spot fire on the south end. The second priority is on the southeast side with continued direct line construction. Firefighters will also be on the southwest side with continued direct line construction. The control objectives are to keep the fire north of Bridge Creek Highway, east of BIA...

  Cub Creek 2 Fire Evening Update July 18, 2021 Fire Information Line – (541)-670-0812 (8:00 am to 8:00 pm) The fire is burning on Okanogan County Fire District 6 and Washington Department of Natural Resources protected lands and the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Winthrop, WA — Cub Creek 2 – The fire remains split into two fingers and is growing actively to the north and northeast. The east finger continues to burn north over Boulder Creek and east up toward the First Butte Lookout and old Tripod Fire scar. The west finger is burning north paralleling the Chewuch River where it has crossed the 8 Mile Ridge and just south of Paul Mountain.  The majority of the left flank of the fire is lined with dozerline from the heel of the fire to First Creek Road.  The south line is being reinforced to prevent spread. The north flank remains unchecked at this time.  Aerial resources assisted firefighters with retardant from large air tankers, water scooping/dropping planes,...

  Cedar Creek and Delancy Fires Evening Update July 18, 2021 Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest   Fire Information Line - Cedar Creek and Delancy Fires: 509-557-0740 (8:00 am to 8:00 pm) Winthrop, WA — Cedar Creek and Delancy Fires are burning on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in very steep and rocky terrain in heavy down fuels.   Cedar Creek Fire is burning south and west of State Route 20. Fire behavior picked up this afternoon. The northern portion of the fire has backed down to State Route 20 in most locations. On the western flank, fire activity increased pushing the fire up into higher elevations. In the northeastern corner, firefighters brought fire down to Huckleberry Creek and will continue to bring fire down to State Route 20 by the end of today’s operational shift. Crews anchored into old Forest Service Roads 100 and 200 putting in hose lays and reinforcing the roadbed to use as potential containment line. The southeastern portion of the fire burned...

Darlene Fire Evacuation Levels Reduced AgainDate: July 18, 2021Released by:Sgt. Nathan Garibay, Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Emergency ManagerBrandon Fowler, Klamath County Sheriff’s Office Emergency ManagerThe Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office and Klamath County Sheriff’s Office are adjusting evacuation levels around the Darlene Fire in coordination with fire managers.The following areas have been reduced from a Level 2 (Get Set) Evacuation Notice to a Level 1 (Be Ready) Evacuation notice:  ·   All residences south of La Pine off of Darlene Way to the Deschutes/Klamath County Line including Old Ice Cave Rd.All evacuation notices have been dropped in the areas previously in a Level 1 (Be Ready) Evacuation Notice:  ·   Areas south of the Deschutes/Klamath County line including most of township 23 east of Hwy 97.  This area includes Sun Forest Estates, Split Rail, and Antelope Meadows.This decision was made after consultation with fire managers. We will...

Lake County Sheriff’s Office Media Release July 18, 2021, 2:30 p.m. (541) 947-6003 Contact: Melanie Lasley For Immediate Release mlasley@co.lake.or.us  Lakeview, OR – Evacuations. Additional evacuation levels have been implemented in Lake County due to increased activity on the Bootleg and Log Fires. Lake County utilized its emergency alert system to notify residents in the affected areas by text, email, and phone. Level 2 – Be Set From the FS 29 Road and Highway 31 junction to the top of Government Harvey Pass, east to Slide Lake Trailhead, and back north to Highway 31. This includes the Monument Rock area. Level 1 – Be Ready Including Picture Rock Pass, the Ana Subdivision, the communities of Summer Lake and Paisley, and south of Paisley along Clover Flat Road to Moss Pass. Fire officials consider the risk to Paisley to be low but want the community to be aware of increased fire hazards in the surrounding area. These evacuation levels are in addition to the Level...

The Chelan area, near where Burch Mountain ties into Highway 111, is experiencing smoky conditions due to the strategic burning operation on Burch Mountain within the Red Apple Fire. The burning Op should be done around 1:00 pm, however, it will likely take some time for the smoke to clear out of the

 Goddard Road Fire  News Release  - July 18th, 2021 Rice, WA:  The Goddard Road fire was reported on July 16th, at approximately 1:43pm near Goddard Road and Orin-Rice Road.  The fire is about 1 mile northeast of Rice and 11 miles southeast of Kettle Falls.   Yesterday, fire behavior greatly diminished, with the exception of a few active spots on the southwest and northern flanks.  Helicopters and fire bosses helped to slow progression in these areas, allowing crews to strengthen lines.  Spotting occurred along the north line in as afternoon winds increased, but crews were able to line them as they occurred.  A helicopter was able to support crews in containing the spots.   Today, crews will work to finalize the line around the fire and start installing hose lays and pumps.  This will allow crews to begin removing burning material away from the fire line and increasing containment.  In some cases, a burnout operation might be necessary on an indirect line and...

Fire Statistics:Acres: 16, 764Containment: 35%Personnel: 827Date of Ignition: 7/5/2021Cause of Fire: Under investigationStructures threatened: 243Injuries: 6Aircraft:5 Dozers: 6 Engines: 33 Email: 2021.jack@firenet.gov Phone: 541-201-2335 Hours: 8am-6pm InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7605 Facebook: https://fb.me/JackFire2021 Fire Update: Sunday, July 18, 2021  Fire information: The Jack Fire is currently estimated at 16,764 acres and is 35% contained. North of Hwy. 138, the focus for today’s efforts will be to reduce the chance of fire moving past containment lines by mopping up and securing lines. Along the northern flank, firefighters will continue burn operations to increase depth along fire lines.   South of Hwy 138, firefighters continue burnout operations to build primary line on the west and southwest flanks. Along the southeast flank, crews will continue to utilize heavy machinery to clear and brush out roads used as control...

Fire Update: Sunday, July 18, 2021 Fire information: The Jack Fire is currently estimated at 16,764 acres and is 35% contained. North of Hwy. 138, the focus for today’s efforts will be to reduce the chance of fire moving past containment lines by mopping up and securing lines. Along the northern flank, firefighters will continue burn operations to increase depth along fire lines. South of Hwy 138, firefighters continue burnout operations to build primary line on the west and southwest flanks. Along the southeast flank, crews will continue to utilize heavy machinery to clear and brush out roads used as control lines. Crews will also be scouting for alternative lines for possibility of creating a smaller footprint. Contingency line construction will continue with the primary focus to utilize existing roads as much as possible. Structures: Crews continue to mop-up and patrol around structures in Dry Creek area and around Horseshoe Bend Campground.Aviation: Air assets provide ground...

Wallowa, OR  –  Oregon Department of Forestry’s Incident Management Team 3, led by Incident Commander Link Smith, in conjunction with key members from Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Blue Team, have assumed command of the Elbow Creek Fire 31 miles southeast of Walla Walla. The arrival of the fire management organization brings in additional overhead capacity and firefighting resources. Progress was made yesterday on the northwest side of the fire with firefighting crews constructing line and stopping progression of the fire into the Elbow Creek Drainage. Dozer operations have assisted in cutting lines along the ridges on both the north and south ends of the fire. Burnout operations on the eastern portions of the fire were successfully performed last night. Today, crews and equipment will pick up where the night shift left off and continue to connect containment lines in open areas. Additional taskforces will be joining crews today. Fire potential remains high with warmer and...

 Jack Fire Northwest Incident Management Team 9 (IC Brian Goff)  Email: 2021.jack@firenet.gov Phone: 541-201-2335 Hours: 8am-6pm InciWeb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7605 Facebook: https://fb.me/JackFire2021 Fire Update: Sunday, July 18, 2021   Fire Statistics:  Acres: 16,764Containment: 35%Personnel: 827Date of Ignition: 7/5/2021Cause of Fire: Under InvestigationStructures Threatened: 243Injuries: 6Aircraft: 5  Dozers: 6  Engines: 33  Fire information: The Jack Fire is currently estimated at 16,764 acres and is 35% contained. North of Hwy. 138, the focus for today’s efforts will be to reduce the chance of fire moving past containment lines by mopping up and securing lines. Along the northern flank, firefighters will continue burn operations to increase depth along fire lines.   South of Hwy 138, firefighters continue burnout operations to build primary line on the west and southwest flanks. Along the southeast flank, crews...

   Quick Facts Incident Summary Approximate Size: 1,067 acres Fire Containment: 15% Incident Commander: Jason Loomis Resources on the fires: Crews: 7 Helicopters: 1 Engines: 5 Dozers: 1 Water tenders: 4 Masticators: 4 Total Personnel: 294 Jurisdiction: Umatilla National Forest Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7628/ Facebook:   https://www.facebook.com/Green-Ridge-Fire-105190851844816 www.facebook.com/UmatillaNF     Washington Smoke Blog: https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/ Green Ridge Fire July 18, 2021 10:00 a.m. Fire Information 509-542-7964 E-mail: 2021.greenridge@firenet.gov   Dayton, WA. —The Green Ridge Fire is burning in steep, rugged terrain on the Pomeroy Ranger District, approximately 30 miles east of Walla Walla, Washington. Values at risk include structures, the Mill Creek Watershed, wilderness, and recreation areas in the vicinity. The Columbia County Sheriff has issued a Level 1...

  Cedar Creek and Delancy Fires Morning UpdateJuly 18, 2021Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest  Fire Information Line - Cedar Creek and Delancy Fires: 509-557-0740 (8:00 am to 8:00 pm) Winthrop, WA — Cedar Creek and Delancy Fires are burning on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest in very steep and rocky terrain in heavy down fuels.   Cedar Creek Fire is burning south and west of State Route 20. Fire behavior moderated for much of yesterday. Last night the fire pulled in on itself in numerous locations slowing the rate of spread. The northern portion of the fire has backed down to State Route 20 in most locations. The western perimeter of the fire has burned onto a ridgeline with sparse fuels slowing spread. On the southern portion of the fire, growth has been minimal as the fire burns in subalpine areas with minimal vegetation. The northeastern portion of the fire remains the most active. The fire pushed two-thirds of the way up Sandy Butte yesterday. Firefighters may...