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Hendrix Fire Community Meeting Friday, July 27, 2018 at 6pm Ruch Branch Library 7919 Highway 238, Ruch, OR 97530 The meeting will be live streamed and a recording posted to https://tinyurl.com/yczf47z9

In order to protect public safety due to fire activity and firefighting response the following roads and the area of the Rogue River - Siskiyou National Forest that is west of them are closed:- FSR 68 at the RRS National Forest Boundary (T30S., R2E., section 33, SE 1/2) to the junction with NFR 6640- FSR 6640 and all associated spurs in its entirety- FSR 6620 and all associated spurs in its entirety- FSR 6610 and all associated spurs in its entirety- FSR 6610-900 and all associated spurs in its entirety.Please see the attached file for the complete Order and all details.

The Southwest Oregon Joint Information Center has released the update for July 26.

STATE OF OREGON DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY FIRE RESTRICTIONS REGULATED CLOSURE PROCLAMATION Number 02 Effective 12:01 a.m., PDT, July 20th, 2018 By virtue of the authority vested in me under the provisions of ORS 477.535 to 477.550, I hereby proclaim a Regulated Closure to be in effect in the following subject area: All lands protected by the Central Oregon Forest Protection District, and all forestland within one-eighth mile thereof. Under this Regulated Closure it is unlawful to be in violation of the following restrictions:  Smoking is prohibited while traveling, except in vehicles on improved roads.  Open fires are prohibited, including campfires, charcoal fires, cooking fires and warming fires, except in designated areas. Portable cooking stoves using liquefied or bottled fuels are allowed. Open fires are allowed if conducted in compliance with a valid Burning Permit issued pursuant to ORS 477.515.  Chainsaw use is prohibited, between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and...

Due to improved fire conditions on the Snowshoe Fire, the Jackson County Sheriff's Department has announced that the fire evacuation level is reduced to a Level 1. For further information, please go to: Snowshoe Fire evacuation Level

Quoted from: https://sou.edu/get-fresh-air/SOU Offers Opportunities for Community Members to Get Fresh AirSouthern Oregon University is making the best of a smoky situation, taking steps to protect students and employees from the area’s unhealthy air while offering a respite for community members in several air-conditioned facilities across campus.Community members are invited, as long as this summer’s wildfire smoke lingers, to visit the university’s Hannon Library and Stevenson Union, and even get some exercise on the indoor walking and jogging track at the new Student Recreation Center. There will be no cost for any of the activities, but visitors are asked to abide by parking regulations in SOU’s lots.Campus facilities and hours of public availability:The Stevenson Union will be open to community members looking for a break from poor outdoor air quality. These spaces are available Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm (SOU offers free Wi-Fi to visitors.)Dankook: SU...

This updated map shows the many fires which have been burning in Southwest Oregon. Community members may find this map useful to assist them in finding information.

A Community Meeting to provide a fire update will be held at the Illinois Valley High School in Cave Junction at 6 p.m. this evening.Weather & Fire Behavior: High temperatures and very low relative humidity values combined with extremely dry fuels led to a day of very active fire behavior. The fire was most active yesterday on the southeast corner of the fire near Poker Mountain. Forecasters expect similar conditions today and tomorrow with a potential to cool off a little this weekend. For smoke information, visit: https://oregonsmoke.blogspot.com/ Yesterday’s Activities: Very active fire behavior was seen on portions of the fire yesterday. A spot fire got established in heavy fuels on steep terrain across the primary containment line on the north side of the fire. Unable to safely contain the spot, firefighters refocused their efforts to an alternate containment line further north to begin constructing dozer line to connect the 4904 road with the 4810 road. The primary containment...

7/26/18 @ 11:15 a.m. Taylor Creek Fire (Garner Complex): Fire Evacuation Level Changes for: • All of Shan Creek Rd is now a Level 3 “GO”! • All residences on the west side of Riverbanks Road between Shan Creek Road and 6050 Riverbanks Road, including Rocking Horse Drive, are being UPGRADED to a Level 2 “BE READY”. INCIDENT DATE AND TIME: 7/26/18 @ 11:15 am REPORTING DEPUTY: C. Krauss DETAILS: LEVEL 3 “GO” Due to the fast moving Taylor Creek wildfire, all residents on Shan Creek Roads are being placed on a Level 3 "GO" Evacuation! • Do not delay leaving to gather any belongings or make efforts to protect your home. • This may be the last notice you receive. • A shelter has been established at Grants Pass High School. LEVEL 2 ”BE SET” All residences on the west side of Riverbanks Road between Shan Creek Road and 6050 Riverbanks Road, including 6050 Riverbanks and Rocking Horse Drive, are being UPGRADED to a Level 2 “BE...

Firefighters continue to make progress on the fires included in the South Umpqua Complex. The weather turned warmer and a little drier on Wednesday, but most areas of the fires didn’t show significant increases in activity.Yesterday’s most active area was on the Miles Fire near Savage Bluffs where the fire made a push up the slope. Burning materials then rolled downhill and ignited new spots in areas with large quantities of fuel on the ground. A large plume of smoke developed and winds carried embers up to ¼ mile east toward Hawk Mountain. On Snowshoe Fire, lines have been established around most of the fire, with emphasis on the south and east sides toward the residences. Firefighters are working to extinguish residual heat near the fire edges to try to prevent the fire from crossing these lines. Most fire activity is to the northwest where large islands of unburned fuel remain between the main fire and burnout areas inside control lines. Yesterday and last night, firefighters...

NOTE: Community meeting tonight at Illinois Valley High School in Cave Junction at 6:00 p.m. Weather & Fire Behavior: Fire weather conditions are predicted to be in the critical range today and tomorrow. This means temperatures in excess of 100 degrees, and relative humidity percentages in the low teens or single digits. Fortunately winds are predicted to be light, however, slope and terrain driven winds will influence fire behavior. These weather factors can cause extreme fire behavior; such as single and group tree torching, crown runs, creation of columns and fire spotting up to half a mile away. The ground fuels, i.e., the grasses and brush are dry and very receptive to fire. Yesterday’s Activities: The northern portion of the fire was the most active with fire burning from the ridgeline towards York Butte and working its way down towards Panther Creek. The fire has not reached Panther Creek and a major objective for firefighters both yesterday and today is to keep fire from...

An updated vicinity map has been posted to inciweb. It reflects the change in evacuation levels all down to a level 1 (ready) in the area of the #Hendrixfire. The National Forest Area Closure is still in effect and shown on the map.

Timber Crater 6 Fire Update July 26, 2018, 10:00 am NW Incident Management Team (IMT) 9, Brian Goff, Incident Commander Contact us at: TimberCrater6.2018@gmail.com - Fire Information: 541-238-2084 (GoogleVoice) or 541-291-4158 Crater Lake National Park, OR – Containment of the Timber Crater 6 Fire, burning in the northeast corner of Crater Lake National Park and Fremont-Winema National Forest, surpassed the 50% mark (55%) on Wednesday. Firefighters safely and successfully gained ground as they continued mopping up hot spots, and either completed or made great progress on key sections of primary, alternate and contingency lines. Acres burned increased to 2943 as a result of low severity burnout within primary containment lines. There are 680 personnel assigned to the fire. While crews continue moving toward full containment and suppression of the fire, they will also begin rehabilitating fire lines and other suppression treatments as needed and appropriate. One example is...

The July 26, 2018 Hendrix Fire Update and Smoke Outlook has been released. Links to the documents are

A “red flag” weather warning means conditions will be prime for rapid fire growth today. Firefighters were cautioned at this morning’s briefing that with gusty winds in the forecast, high temperatures and low humidity, conditions call for a high level of vigilance. In addition, much of the smoke that has been trapped over the fires has cleared out. “The fire will be getting a breath of fresh air today” says Incident Meteorol- ogist Tom Wright, which could produce large smoke columns. The clear air also means the fires’ helicopters and airplanes should have good flying weather. They will be used, as needed, to help maintain our control lines. And, if condi- tions are right, aerial ignitions are planned to remove unburned fuels between the ac- tive fire and the lines. In all, there are over 70 miles of fire line. Today, firefighters will patrol, strengthen and “mop up” the lines on the Grave Creek portion the Garner Com- plex. “Mop up” means making sure all fire...

Prospect, Oregon – Nineteen fires on the High Cascades Ranger District west of Crater Lake National Park are being managed under the collective name Sugar Pine, which is also the name of one specific fire. Approximately 1,416 acres have burned on all fires combined. The three largest fires are Sugar Pine, Goodview and Round Top. Today will be a “watch out day” according to the Incident Meteorologist, Ryan Fliehman. High temperature and winds combined with low humidity will create the potential for very active fire behavior. Firefighters will continue to patrol contained fires and must remain keenly aware of potential rapid fire spread as the uncontained fires approach uphill slopes. A community meeting was held last night in Prospect. The NWIMT #13 appreciates the people who attended. If the public has additional questions, they can call the Sugar Pine Fire Information phone number 541-560-3374. Crews and heavy equipment including dozers, masticators...

Wilson Prairie Fire Update Northwest Interagency Incident Management Team 8, Incident Commander: Doug Johnson July 26, 2018 - 9:00 A.M. Special Announcements: Northwest Interagency Incident Management Team 8, Incident Commander, Doug Johnson, assumed management of the Wilson Prairie Fire this morning at 6:00 am. The fire is burning in timber and grass on private lands, protected by Oregon Department of Forestry, and the Umatilla National Forest. The incident command post (ICP) and helibase are located at the Morrow County OHV Park northeast of Spray, Oregon. A Community Meeting is planned for Friday, July 27th at 5:00 pm at the Heppner City Hall at 111 North Main Street. Fire managers will provide a fire update with maps and an opportunity for questions and answers at the end of the presentations. Acreage: 437; a helicopter flight of the fire boundary yesterday provided a clear view of the perimeter and the size of the fire has been updated. Containment: 10% Air Quality: Visit...

Smoke Outlook for Western Oregon-California Border Natchez and Klondike Fires.

Western Oregon-California Border Klondike and Natchez Fires.

The July 26 Hendrix Fire infrared map has been posted to inciweb. The infrared flight interpreter estimated the acreage at 1081 (the same as yesterday). Containment of the Hendrix fire has been increased to 50%. Please keep in mind that the acreages are an approximation and can vary based on how they are determined, and are updated at different times of the