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Smoke: Smoke is settling in the valley floors in the overnight hours. Communities closest to the fires and in the same or adjacent drainages are being effected the most. Areas of smoke early in the day will turn to hazy conditions in the afternoon and evening. Expect smoke to settle in the valleys again tonight. Fire: The Jolly fire is at 34,222 acres an increase of 272 acres. Fire behavior was moderate with group torching spotting and backing. The Norse Peak fire is at 52,502 acres with no increase in acreage. Moderate fire behavior with isolated torching and backing fire observed. The Uno Peak fire is at 8,455 acres an increase of 405 acres and exhibited moderate fire behavior with group torching, backing and creeping. Other: The longer-term forecast is for similar smoke conditions through Saturday. An approaching storm system will begin to bring higher winds ahead of the front, beginning to move the smoke out of the area. A wet cold front will arrive on Sunday and should...

Yesterday: Favorable weather conditions helped firefighters increase containment to 30% on the Jolly Mountain Fire. Hotshot crews utilized strategic firing operations to reduce unburned fuels between the containment lines and the fire south of Salmon la Sac. North of Morgan Creek on the western perimeter, firefighters patrolled to ensure the fire remained within containment lines. Mop-up operations continued on the southern perimeter and east to Teanaway River. Crews and helicopters conducted holding operations from Jungle Creek north to Beverly Campground. Today’s Activities: Aerial resources will continue to assist crews with firing operations from Salmon la Sac south to Howson Creek. Along the western perimeter north of Morgan Creek, firefighters are patrolling to ensure the fire stays within control lines. Mop up and patrol operations will continue from Morgan Creek east along the southern perimeter to the Teanaway River. Along the North Fork Teanaway Road, firing ...

Horse Creek Complex and Rebel FireUpdate for Friday, Sept. 15, 2017, 9 a.m.Fire Information: (541) 719-8371Online: inciweb.nwcg.gov/unit/3860https//facebook.com/WillametteWildfires2017 Rebel Fire: 8,437 acres Horse Creek Complex: Olallie Lookout Fire, 1,500 acres; Roney Fire, 3,349 acres; Avenue Fire, 2,570 acres; Separation Fire, 17,636 acres; Nash Fire, 6,680 acres.Current Resources: Personnel, 525; Crews, 12; Helicopters, 2; Engines, 21; Dozers, 5; Water Tenders, 7; Masticators, 5; Skidgens, 4.Current Situation: Avenue Fire: The Avenue Fire continues to actively move west on the ridge top south of Horse Creek and towards King Creek. A smoke column appeared in the southeastern portion of the fire late yesterday afternoon. The Oregon Department of Forestry has provided resources to assist with work on the private lands in the Foley Springs area. Continued air support was provided to wildland fire crews on the ground as they implemented tactics to hold the fire south of the 300 Road....

Horse Creek Complex and Rebel FireUpdate for Friday, Sept. 15, 2017, 9 a.m.Fire Information: (541) 719-8371Online: inciweb.nwcg.gov/unit/3860https//facebook.com/WillametteWildfires2017 Rebel Fire: 8,437 acres Horse Creek Complex: Olallie Lookout Fire, 1,500 acres; Roney Fire, 3,349 acres; Avenue Fire, 2,570 acres; Separation Fire, 17,636 acres; Nash Fire, 6,680 acres.Current Resources: Personnel, 525; Crews, 12; Helicopters, 2; Engines, 21; Dozers, 5; Water Tenders, 7; Masticators, 5; Skidgens, 4.Current Situation: Avenue Fire: The Avenue Fire continues to actively move west on the ridge top south of Horse Creek and towards King Creek. A smoke column appeared in the southeastern portion of the fire late yesterday afternoon. The Oregon Department of Forestry has provided resources to assist with work on the private lands in the Foley Springs area. Continued air support was provided to wildland fire crews on the ground as they implemented tactics to hold the fire south of the 300 Road....

Horse Creek Complex and Rebel Fire Update for Friday, Sept. 15, 2017, 9 a.m. Fire Information: (541) 719-8371 Online: inciweb.nwcg.gov/unit/3860 https//facebook.com/WillametteWildfires2017 Rebel Fire: 8,437 acres Horse Creek Complex: Olallie Lookout Fire, 1,500 acres; Roney Fire, 3,349 acres; Avenue Fire, 2,570 acres; Separation Fire, 17,636 acres; Nash Fire, 6,680 acres.Current Resources: Personnel, 525; Crews, 12; Helicopters, 2; Engines, 21; Dozers, 5; Water Tenders, 7; Masticators, 5; Skidgens, 4.Current Situation: Avenue Fire: The Avenue Fire continues to actively move west on the ridge top south of Horse Creek and towards King Creek. A smoke column appeared in the southeastern portion of the fire late yesterday afternoon. The Oregon Department of Forestry has provided resources to assist with work on the private lands in the Foley Springs area. Continued air support was provided to wildland fire crews on the ground as they implemented tactics to hold the fire south of the 300...

On Thursday, the most significant fire activity was on the Indigo Fire (784 Fire). Smoldering, creeping, short uphill runs and group tree torching were observed on its northeast perimeter. The fire grew to 360 acres yesterday evening and developed a smoke column and cloud. Fire spread to the northeast but did not cross the West Fork of Indigo Creek into Josephine County. The Indigo Fire is located away from the road system in the area, and has not yet led to road closures. Three crews established a spike camp near the fire and will continue to brush out the 055 and 510 roads. Rock scree has kept the fire in check on its west side. Helicopters will drop water on the fire as needed to reduce spread. The most activity in the East Zone of the Chetco Bar Fire was in the horseshoe bend of the Illinois River. Smoldering, creeping, short uphill runs and group tree torching were observed. The fire continues to slowly spread northeast. The Chetco Bar Fire is currently 188,284 acres and 38%...

Smoke: Smoke is settling in the valley floors in the overnight hours. Communities closest to the fires and in the same or adjacent drainages are being effected the most. Areas of smoke early in the day will turn to hazy conditions in the afternoon and evening. Expect smoke to settle in the valleys again

Eagle Creek Fire Size: 41,550 acres Eagle Creek Fire Containment: 28% (Archer Fire Size: 260 Acres -Archer Fire Containment: 100%) A community meeting has been scheduled for noon on Saturday, September 16 at the Hood River Valley High School to share information on the Eagle Creek Fire. Summary: Interstate 84 opened to westbound traffic last night. Crews have worked hard for more than a week to reinforce fire line, remove hazard trees, and address other public safety concerns. Fire line has been completed along I-84 from Bridal Veil to Cascade Locks. Drivers are reminded to obey posted speed limits, be aware of changing visibility and watch out for other hazards. All exits between Hood River and Troutdale will remain closed. Drivers are not to stop along the highway. Yesterday, aircraft dropped nearly 100,000 gallons of water on the fire. Today, resources will be focused on the northeast corner of the fire to help protect the communities, infrastructure, and other values at...

El Sabado, Septiembre 16, 2017, a las 12 PM, Hood River Valley High School, 1220 Indian Creek Road, Hood River,

A community meeting for the Eagle Creek Fire will held at the Hood River Valley High School at 12:00 PM on Saturday, September 16th. Address: 1220 Indian Creek Road, Hood River, Oregon

For information on evacuations for the Eagle Creek Fire, please visit your local Sheriff Departments website or Facebook for current information. Hood River Sheriff: http://www.hoodriversheriff.com/news/breaking-news/Multnomah Sheriff: https://www.mcso.us/site/

Due to yesterday and last night’s active fire behavior, Hood River County Sheriff’s Office expanded Evacuation Levels for portions of Hood River County at 2pm today. The full evacuation notice along with maps of the evacuation zones can be found at: http://www.hoodriversheriff.com/news/breaking-news/ Zones A5 and A6 have been placed on Level 2 (“Get Set”) Evacuation NoticesZones A7, B4, B5, B6, and B7 have been placed on Level 1 (“Get Ready”) Evacuation NoticesThe Cascade Locks area remains at a Level 2 notice and the A4a zone remains at Level 3 (“Go!”) Today brought a decrease in fire behavior, allowing incident managers to implement burn out operations in the area between Herman Creek and Shellrock Mountain. Aerial ignitions have been successful, slowly bringing a controlled line of fire down slope towards the powerline corridor where dozer line has been placed to help stop the fire’s spread. If conditions allow, aerial ignitions will continue tomorrow between...

A ‘meet and greet’ gathering for Elk Lake area residents and businesses to discuss the Nash Fire will be held at 3 PM on Friday, Sept. 15, at the Elk Lake Resort and Marina, 60000 SW Century Drive, Bend, OR 97701. Fire managers for the Horse Creek Complex and other officials will provide current information on wildland fire activities and answer

Evacuation Levels Lowered in the Elk and Lava Lake Areas - 09/14/17 https://twitter.com/DeschutesSO/status/908424592762400768Released by: Sgt. Nathan Garibay, Emergency Services Manager The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office has continued to coordinate with fire managers on the Nash Fire as well as the Deschutes National Forest. Due to current and expected conditions on the Nash Fire, we are lowering evacuation levels as follows: Level 2 (Set) to Level 1 (Ready): Areas surrounding Elk Lake and Hosmer Lake including: Elk Lake Resort, Elk Lake Cabins, Elk Lake CG, Point CG, Little Fawn CG, Mallard Marsh CG, Sunset View Day Use Area, Beach Day Use Area, and Quinn Meadows Horse Camp. Level 1: Means "BE READY" for potential evacuation. Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor emergency services websites and local media outlets for information. This is the time for preparation and precautionary movements of persons with special needs, mobile property and...

Evacuation Levels Lowered in the Elk and Lava Lake Areas - 09/14/17 https://twitter.com/DeschutesSO/status/908424592762400768Released by: Sgt. Nathan Garibay, Emergency Services Manager The Deschutes County Sheriff's Office has continued to coordinate with fire managers on the Nash Fire as well as the Deschutes National Forest. Due to current and expected conditions on the Nash Fire, we are lowering evacuation levels as follows: Level 2 (Set) to Level 1 (Ready): Areas surrounding Elk Lake and Hosmer Lake including: Elk Lake Resort, Elk Lake Cabins, Elk Lake CG, Point CG, Little Fawn CG, Mallard Marsh CG, Sunset View Day Use Area, Beach Day Use Area, and Quinn Meadows Horse Camp. Level 1: Means "BE READY" for potential evacuation. Residents should be aware of the danger that exists in their area, monitor emergency services websites and local media outlets for information. This is the time for preparation and precautionary movements of persons with special needs, mobile property and...

The Marion County Sheriff's Office moved the evacuation level from Level 2 (Set) to Level 3 (Go) for the areas of Breitenbush Hot Springs and Breitenbush/Devil Creek Summer Homes. These areas are now being threatened by the Little Devil Fire and are no longer considered safe for occupation.Working in cooperation with fire managers, the Marion County Board of Commissioners, Marion County Emergency Management and the Marion County Fire Defense Board, deputy sheriffs will be responding to the area and posting residences and notifying building occupants that it is recommended they evacuate immediately. The Breitenbush area is a vacation destination with very few permanent residents and the area has been at a Level 2 evacuation for several weeks, as a result few residents remain in the area. The intent of the evacuation is to notify those few remaining residents and message to those planning to come to the area to seek other options until the area is safe for return.For the most up to date...

El dia Miercoles, la actividad incendaria mas significativa, en el Incendio de Chetco Bar East Zone se dio al final del perimetro Norte. Se observaron quemazones lentos sin llamas, con llamas bajas, llamas rapidas moviendose cuesta arriba y algunos arboles encendidos cerca de la herradura del Rio Illinois (Illinois River). Los bomberos y las maquinas masticadoras estan trabajando en completar la apertura de la linea de fuego del Incendio Biscuit hacia el Este. Con respecto al Incendio No. 784 (Indigo Fire), situado en West Fork (Oeste) del riachuelo Indigo (Indigo Creek), estuvo activo el dia de ayer. Ha alcanzo un tamano de 182 acres. El Incendio fue detectado el Lunes, 11 de Septiembre y esta localizado acerca de 10 millas Norte de distancia del Incendio de Chetco Bar. Los helicopteros regaron la zona a travez del dia de ayer para reducir la dispersion del fuego. Bomberos de trabajo manual, tractores y maquinas masticadoras continuaron preparando los caminos 055 y 510 a fin de crear...

Las ordenes de Evacuacion para el Condado de Curry, fueron re-evaluadas el dia 13 de los corrientes. Las siguientes areas estan bajo Nivel de Orden de Evacuacion No. 1: •Hacia el Sur de la linea del Condado de Curry en la parte al frente del Oceano, al Norte de el area del Rio Pistol (Pistol River), incluyendo: -La Carretera de Carpenterville y todos los caminos de acceso que intersectan el area Este y Oeste; -La carretera de Gardner ridge desde la interseccion de North Bank al camino de Palmer View. -De la carretera North Bank Chetco hasta Loeb Park, y en el area de South Bank Chetco hasta el Centro de Golf (Salmon Run Golf Course). •El Nivel de orden de Evacuacion No. 1 de Evacuacion tambien esta en efecto para las areas del Norte, en California. Las areas siguientes estan bajo Nivel de orden de Evacuacion No. 2: -Al Este, arriba del camino de Peavine (Peavine Road) en el drenaje de Winchuck. -En el South Bank de Chetco mas arriba del Centro de Golf (Salmon Run Gold...

EQUIPO DE DIRECCIÓN DE INCIDENTES DEL NOROESTE Al Lawson – Comandante de incidente El clima permite que se fortalezcan las líneas con operaciones de quemar Jueves, 14 de septiembre de 2017 Incendio: Uno Peak Completado: 10% Acres: 8.060 Fecha de inicio: 30 de agosto de 2017 Causa: Bajo investigación Ubicación: a 15 millas NO de Manson, WA Personal total: 317 Carburante/topografía: madera, pasto, terreno escarpado Ayer: Carburantes secos continuos en Lone Fir Creek contribuyeron a que el fuego siguiera ardiendo con un crecimiento adicional de menos de 200 acres. También hubo una columna de humo visible en el área de Big Goat Mountain. Otras partes del fuego tuvieron una actividad de fuego moderado. A medida que equipos terminaban de apagar por completo partes ardiente cerca del campamento South Navarre, se iniciaron operaciones de quema para mejorar la línea al sur del campamento hacia Nelson Butte....

Miller Complex Fire Update Sept. 14, 2017 NW Incident Management Team (IMT) 9, Brian Goff, Incident Commander Current Situation: Firefighting operations continue to meet objectives using the resources available with public and firefighter safety as the top priority. Over the past few days, crews have made good progress with 47% overall containment on the complex. Containment has been achieved on the Burnt Peak Fire and is near completion on the Creedence and Bigelow Fires. Firefighters continue to conduct patrol and mop-up operations around the perimeter of all of these fires. The public can still expect to see wisps of smoke and smoldering within the interior of these fires until a season-ending event occurs. Meanwhile, crews on the Abney fire are continuing to improve and secure containment lines to the east and northwest and patrolling indirect handline on the west flank. Crews are securing the line on the northeast corner of the fire and back-hauling some...