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Klamath Falls, Ore. – A small amount of rain fell across the fire overnight, wetting fuels and settling dust on the roads.  Today, crews will take advantage of the higher humidity to continue increasing the mop-up depth into the interior of the fire.  Infrared devices were used again overnight to identify hotspots for day crews to mop-up.  Hoselays are being used across the fire to deliver water to cool and dampen fuels as firefighters dig out burning material. Due to burning of some interior islands and improvement in the mapping of the fire, it is now 2,539 acres.  There was no new growth outside the existing perimeter.    Significant mop-up has been completed around the homes in the fire area.  Crews are continuing to monitor and patrol around the homes checking for hot spots. Roads within the fire area are rocky, with numerous hazards such as rocks, ruts, steep terrain, and narrow roadbeds.  These conditions pose a significant safety risk for firefighters, which is...

Double Creek, Sturgill, Nebo, Goat Mountain Two FiresSeptember 12, 2022Daily Update – 8:00 AMHighlights: Firefighters and air resources continued their efforts to contain a fire that spotted across the west bank of the Imnaha River. Air resources dropped 56 loads of retardant on that fire since it was discovered Saturday afternoon. Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) task forces worked in Big Sheep Creek to protect structures in the area. Crews are working to connect handlines to stop the fire growth on the west side of the Imnaha River. North of the Double Creek Fire, operations will begin implementing a fire line on the ridges to help keep the fire from impacting additional private lands.Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires There are three lightning caused fires within the Eagle Cap Wilderness. The Nebo, Sturgill, and Goat Mountain 2 Fires are active and being managed to protect public and private infrastructure, while playing a natural role within designated Wilderness. Nebo Fire: 12,365...

  HIGH DESERT TYPE 3 TEAMIncident Commander: Ron SimpsonSeptember 12, 2022 Weather: Today will be another dry day with relative humidity dropping into the 20s. Widespread smoke will persist in the area due to all fires Oregon and surrounding states. Temperatures will reach the low-80s today and winds should be calm. There is a slight chance of thunderstorms this afternoon. Operations: Yesterday crews were chipping and cleaning up along the FSR 45 and other containment lines. Chipping will continue today along FSR 45 north of Indian Rock Lookout. Crews have been successful mopping up remaining heat along containment lines; thus, the percent containment has increased over the past several days. Some small interior pockets of unburned vegetation could potentially flare up but should not threaten containment lines. Crews conducted suppression repairs on FSR 4555 and on contingency lines near Myrtle Butte and south of Indian Rock Lookout yesterday. Suppression repairs will continue today...

Double Creek, Sturgill, Nebo, Goat Mountain Two FiresSeptember 12, 2022Daily Update – 8:00 AMHighlights: Firefighters and air resources continued their efforts to contain a fire that spotted across the west bank of the Imnaha River. Air resources dropped 56 loads of retardant on that fire since it was discovered Saturday afternoon. Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) task forces worked in Big Sheep Creek to protect structures in the area. Crews are working to connect handlines to stop the fire growth on the west side of the Imnaha River. North of the Double Creek Fire, operations will begin implementing a fire line on the ridges to help keep the fire from impacting additional private lands.Eagle Cap Wilderness FiresThere are three lightning caused fires within the Eagle Cap Wilderness. The Nebo, Sturgill, and Goat Mountain 2 Fires are active and being managed to protect public and private infrastructure, while playing a natural role within designated Wilderness.Goat Mountain 2...

Double Creek, Sturgill, Nebo, Goat Mountain Two Fires September 12, 2022 Daily Update – 8:00 AM Highlights: Firefighters and air resources continued their efforts to contain a fire that spotted across the west bank of the Imnaha River. Air resources dropped 56 loads of retardant on that fire since it was discovered Saturday afternoon. Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) task forces worked in Big Sheep Creek to protect structures in the area. Crews are working to connect handlines to stop the fire growth on the west side of the Imnaha River. North of the Double Creek Fire, operations will begin implementing a fire line on the ridges to help keep the fire from impacting additional private lands. Eagle Cap Wilderness Fires There are three lightning caused fires within the Eagle Cap Wilderness. The Nebo, Sturgill, and Goat Mountain 2 Fires are active and being managed to protect public and private infrastructure, while playing a natural role within designated Wilderness. Sturgill Fire:...

Double Creek, Sturgill, Nebo, Goat Mountain Two Fires September 12, 2022 Daily Update – 8:00 AM Highlights: Firefighters and air resources continued their efforts to contain a fire that spotted across the west bank of the Imnaha River. Air resources dropped 56 loads of retardant on that fire since it was discovered Saturday afternoon. Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) task forces worked in Big Sheep Creek to protect structures in the area. Crews are working to connect handlines to stop the fire growth on the west side of the Imnaha River. North of the Double Creek Fire, operations will begin implementing a fire line on the ridges to help keep the fire from impacting additional private lands. Double Creek Fire: 155,297 acres | 15% contained |850 personnel assigned The lightning caused Double Creek Fire is a full suppression fire, and the protection of lives and property remain the primary objectives of this incident. Despite the activity across the Imnaha River, OSFM crews...

Actualización de los incendios White River e Irving Peak 12 de septiembre de 2022 – 9:00 AM Plain, WA – Los incendios de White River e Irving Peak fueron iniciados por rayos el 11 de agosto. Estos arden en el Bosque Nacional Okanagan-Wenatchee, al noroeste de Plain, WA. Estrategia de extinción: Debido al terreno escabroso y escarpado, los directores de los incendios siguen implementando una estrategia a largo plazo para controlar estos incendios, incluido el uso de líneas perimetrales primarias y de contingencia para la contención. Las tácticas incluyen la finalización y el refuerzo de los cortafuegos al aprovechar caminos forestales y líneas de mano que se han construído. Situación actual: Un equipo local de gestión de incidentes de tipo 3 asumió el mando de los incendios el 7 de septiembre y está administrando los incendios White River, Irving Peak, Meander y ahora el de Minnow Ridge. El incendio Meander tiene un tamaño de 6 acres con una mínima actividad de...

White River and Irving Peak Fires Update September 12, 2022 Plain, WA – Lightning started the White River and Irving Peak Fires on August 11th. The Minnow Ridge Fire cause is currently undetermined. These fires are burning on the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Suppression Strategy – Due to rugged and steep terrain, fire managers continue to implement a long-term strategy to manage these fires, including the use of primary and contingency perimeter lines for containment. Tactics include completion and reinforcement of fire lines utilizing forest roads and constructed hand line. Current Situation – A local Type 3 Incident Management Team assumed command of the fires on September 7th and is currently managing the White River, Irving Peak, Meander, and now Minnow Ridge fires. The Meander Fire is 6 acres with very minimal fire activity. Smoke may be visible over the next several weeks as interior fuels continue to smolder and burn out, and multiple fires burn region-wide. White...

Cedar Creek Fire                                       September 12, 2022                                                                                             Daily Update, 7:30 AM                                                                                                                                Cedar Creek Fire Quick Facts Size: 86,734 acres Contained: 0% Start Date: August 1, 2022 Origin: 15 miles east of Oakridge, Oregon Cause: Lightning Total personnel: 1,228 Resources: 75 engines 22 crews 68 heavy equipment 8 helicopters Current Situation: The Lane County Sheriff’s Office lowered some evacuation levels yesterday due to changing conditions and progress on the fire. Evacuation levels in the communities of...

Monday, September 12, 2022  Boulder Mountain Fire Information 509-508-3389 (8am-8pm) | 2022.bouldermountain@firenet.gov  Quick Facts Fire Location: 9 miles NW of Cusick, WA in Tacoma Creek and Boulder Mtn. Size: 2,175 acres Containment: 21% Start Date: 8/31/22 Cause: Under Investigation Incident Commander: Mike Johnston, Great Basin Type 2 Incident Management Team #7 Personnel: 505 Online Links InciWeb: inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8382/  Facebook: @NeWFireInfo  Washington State Department of Natural Resources: www.dnr.wa.gov/wildfires  Colville National Forest www.fs.usda.gov/colville  Air Quality Informational https://www.airnow.gov/  Summary: The Boulder Mountain Fire was detected on Wednesday August 31st, 2022, at approximately 8:30 pm. The fire is located in the Tacoma Creek and Boulder Mountain area, 9 miles Northwest of Cusick, Washington. A mix of State, Federal and Private land is impacted. The terrain is difficult, and the fire is burning in...

 Final News Release September 12, 2022  Davenport, WA – This is the final update for the Seven Bays Fire.  The Seven Bays Fire is located approximately 15 miles northwest of Davenport, WA. This fire started on Sunday, September 4th and has burned approximately 1,232 acres of rangeland, stubble and scattered forest lands. The fire is 100% contained.    Evacuations: No Evacuation levels.  Road Closure:  No Road Closures.  Sunday,   Fire fighters continued mop up along the fire perimeter extending more than 100 feet from the fire edge.  Repair work was completed on interior and perimeter dozer line.  Division A is in patrol Status.  This work increased fire containment to 100%.  Monday,  The fire will be returned to the local fire unit on 9/12/22 at 0900.    The fire is now in patrol status.   Team Three thanks the community of Davenport and the Lincoln County Fairgrounds for their assistance in the successful management of the Seven Bays fire.  When residents of...

COMMUNITY BRIEFING VIDEO- ODF IMT3 and our partners on the Van Meter Fire would like to share our gratitude and appreciation for the communities support and hospitality during our stay while assisting to suppress this fire. This video provides an overview from the initial attack, to the current status, and the next

 The Rum Creek Fire remains at 21,347 acres, jumping to 75% containment. This week, Josephine County will experience a reprieve from critical fire weather with forecasts calling for cooler temperatures, higher relative humidity, and possible showers tonight. Showers will help increase the moisture content of fine fuels, but larger fuels will require more substantial precipitation. Reports indicate non-residents are still moving beyond road closures. The public is reminded ONLY residents with proper identification are permitted beyond roadblocks. Please respect those who are returning to their homes and those who are working diligently to suppress this fire. East of the fire, road closures include Lower Grave Creek Road, Quartz Creek Road, and Galice Road at Hog Creek Road. South of the fire, Galice Road is closed at Peavine Road. West of the fire, Bear Camp Road is closed. North of the fire Dutch Henry Road is

Packwood Evacuation Update, September 11, 2022 7:00pm Update. As of 7:00 PM today (September 11, 2022), Hwy 12 and SR 123 are open in both directions. The following Forest Service Roads remain CLOSED: FSR46, FSR4610, FSR4612, FSR1266, FSR1260 and all associated spurs. La Wis Wis Campground is still closed until further notice. Also at 7:00 PM evacuation levels will change as follows: Timberline community to the SOUTH of Hwy 12 (noted in PINK in map below) is reduced to a Level 2: Be Set. All other areas including, Timberline community to the NORTH of HWY 12, Goat Rocks, High Valley and Packwood proper are reduced to a Level 1: Be Ready.   The Goat Rocks Fire is still a threat to the community with fire suppression activity still going on. Sprinklers and hose lines are in place. DO NOT remove these! Fire personnel will remove these items when appropriate. Be cautious of this as you return to your homes. Unless necessary DO NOT come to the area. The fire is still active, and...

Goat Rocks Fire September 11, 2022 7:00 pmAs of 7:00 PM today (September 11, 2022), Hwy 12 and SR 123 are Open in both directions. The following Forest Service Roads remain CLOSED: FSR46, FSR4610, FSR4612, FSR1266, FSR1260 and all associated spurs.  The fire is still active, and associated smoke may affect driving visibility. For all current updates visit: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8415/Questions? Please email: 2022.goatrocks@firenet.gov or call

September 11, 2022 Chilliwack Complex and Pasayten Fires Combined Closure ListWest Side/Chilliwack Complex Closures/Stephen Mather Wilderness/NOCA Park/Mt. Baker-SnoHannegan Pass AreaTrail Closures:Copper Loop (Copper Ridge and Chilliwack trails)Little Beaver TrailBig Beaver Trail beyond Pumpkin Mountain and Big Beaver campsBrush Creek TrailHannegan Pass TrailheadHannegan Pass TrailHannegan Peak Trail (Spur Trail #674.1)Silesia Creek Trail (#672)Lone Jack Trail (#675)PNT Closed from Mile 717-776Ruth Arm Trail (Spur Trail #674.2) from Ruth Creek Road (Forest Road #32) to the forest boundaryArea/Zone Closure:All cross-country zones access from closed trailsCamp Closures:All camps between Little Beaver and Boundary CampsAll Camps between 39 Mile and Beaver Pass CampsLightning Creek Area of Ross LakeTrail Closures:Lightning Creek Trail between Lightning Creek and Nightmare campsCamp Closures:Deer Lick CampNightmare CampEast Side/NW Pasayten Fires Closures/Pasayten...

Evacuations:  Evacuations remain in place but will be reviewed for possible reductions as contained percentages are established.  View an evacuation map: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1059256.pdf  Level 3, GO! Evacuation Level:North to South: From the Headwaters of the South Fork of the Toutle River, South to Forest Road 7550.East to West: From the Skamania County/Cowlitz County border west 5 miles into Cowlitz County.  Level 2, Set Evacuation Level:North to South: South from the 7550 Road to south of Merrill Lake.East to West: Skamania County/Cowlitz County border west 5 miles into Cowlitz County.Level 1, Ready Evacuation Level:North to South: From the Level 2, Set Evacuation zone south of Merrill Lake, south to SR 503, including the Cities of Cougar and Yale.East to West: From the Skamania County/Cowlitz County border following SR 503 5 miles into Cowlitz

Closures: View a Closure Map: https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/fseprd1059380.pdf  Trails: Cinnamon Trail #204, Kalama Ski Trail #231, Toutle Trail #238, Fossil Trail #242, Kalama Falls Trail #242A Roads: Forest Road (NFS) Road No.81, from the junction with State Route 503 Spur to the junction with NFS Road No. 8100-830 and all associated NFS spur roads off NFS Road No. 81NFS Road No. 8117 and all associated NFS spur roads off of NFS Road No. 8117NFS Road No. 8122 and all associated NFS spur roads off of NFS Road No.

Bolt Creek Fire Information Update, September 11, 2022Incident Commander: Kent StanfordFacebook: facebook.com/skyvalleyfire 2 PM, September 11, 2022Estimated size: 7,600 acresContainment: 0%Start Date/Time: 9/10/2022 at 5:15 amArea of Origin: King Co. North of SkykomishCause: Under InvestigationStructures Damaged: one out buildingResources on fire: Over 240 personnelUpdate: The Bolt Creek Fire started on Saturday, September 10, 2022, at 5:15 am near Beckler Creek Road. Overnight, the fire spread toward the town of Index and is estimated to be 7,600 acres. The cause of the fire is undetermined. Crews worked through the night, primarily along Highway 2, doing structure protection. Crews will continue to protect buildings by building firelines to push the fire away from those communities.SEWA Incident Management Team 3 will transfer command of the fire to the larger Type 2 team Northwest Incident Management Team 8, over the next few days.Evacuation and Road Closures: US Highway 2 will...

September 10, 2022 Chilliwack Complex and Pasayten Fires Combined Closure List West Side/Chilliwack Complex Closures/Stephen Mather Wilderness/NOCA Park/Mt. Baker-Sno Hannegan Pass Area Trail Closures: Copper Loop (Copper Ridge and Chilliwack trails) Little Beaver Trail Big Beaver Trail beyond Pumpkin Mountain and Big Beaver camps Brush Creek Trail Hannegan Pass Trailhead Hannegan Pass Trail Hannegan Peak Trail (Spur Trail #674.1) Silesia Creek Trail (#672) Lone Jack Trail (#675) PNT Closed from Mile 717-776 Ruth Arm Trail (Spur Trail #674.2) from Ruth Creek Road (Forest Road #32) to the forest boundary Area/Zone Closure: All cross-country zones access from closed trails Camp Closures: All camps between Little Beaver and Boundary Camps All Camps between 39 Mile and Beaver Pass Camps Lightning Creek Area of Ross Lake Trail Closures: Lightning Creek Trail between Lightning Creek and Nightmare camps Camp Closures: ...