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Weather synopsis and smoke implications: Sunnier today than yesterday but still chance of rain. Good dispersion and winds from SW will allow smoke to remain in Good range for most of the area. However, there will still be smoke impacts localized to areas around the fires. Fire activity and smoke implications: Yesterday rain decreased fire activity, but today's sunshine may cause more smoke production from areas that are still smoldering in areas within the perimeters of the Okanogan Complex, Northstar, and Kettle complex fires. It is therefore possible to get smoke as high as the Unhealthy, even Very Unhealthy range, in the morning hours at sites near these fires Monitoring: With the new weather pattern this week, impacts are going to be more localized to places near the fires. Accordingly, we have pulled the monitor from Newport and installed a new monitor in Orient to represent impacts from the Kettle Complex fires in the Kettle River Valley. Another new monitor is also in...

Yesterday’s Activities: The continuation of cooler, wetter weather allowed crews to take advantage of opportunities to build line closer to the fire’s edge where it was safe and effective to do so. Scattered light showers across the fires combined with relative humidity values of 40-50% subdued fire behavior. Fire activity in large fuel and litter under forest canopy is continuing to smolder and creep. On the North Star Fire, crews continued to improve line south of Republic and to tie in line in the Scatter Creek drainage. Structure protection groups remained positioned in the Republic area. On the Tunk Block Fire, crews began burnout operations in the southeast portion of the fire. A number of smokes were reported in the Crawfish area. Firefighters responded to check on fire activity and found no areas of concern. Highway 155 between Omak and Nespelem was reopened in the afternoon. Today’s Operations: The objectives for the fires continue to be, in...

Reunión pública de la comunidad: No hay reuniones públicas para esta noche. El día miércoles, 2 de septiembre a las 7pm en Plain Community Church (12565 Chapel Dr.) En General: El poste de comando de incidente para el Wolverine, Blankenship y First Creek está localizado en Confluence State Park en Wenatchee. El número telefónico de información es 509-662-0145. El Southwest Area Incident Management Team 1 (IC Templin) continuara manejando estos fuegos. California Incident Management Team 5 (IC Minton) esta manejando Macfarland Creek, Antione Creek, Cagle, Black Canyon y Reach Fire conocido como Chelan Complex. Para información de Chelan Complex y Okanogan Complex favor de llamar al numero 877-574-5148. First Creek: Líneas de contención de este fuego se han sostenido durante tres días. Los equipos siguen con el trabajo en esta área. Con la excepción de cambios significativos en el fuego, anoche fue la última noche que hubo trabajo de turno de noche en el fuego. ...

Weather synopsis and smoke implications: Sunnier today than yesterday but still chance of rain. Good dispersion and winds from SW will allow smoke to remain in Good range for most of the area. However, there will still be smoke impacts localized to areas around the fires. Fire activity and smoke implications: Yesterday rain decreased fire activity, but today's sunshine may cause more smoke production from areas that are still smoldering in areas within the perimeters of the Okanogan Complex, Northstar, and Kettle complex fires. It is therefore possible to get smoke as high as the Unhealthy, even Very Unhealthy range, in the morning hours at sites near these fires Monitoring: With the new weather pattern this week, impacts are going to be more localized to places near the fires. Accordingly, we have pulled the monitor from Newport and installed a new monitor in Orient to represent impacts from the Kettle Complex fires in the Kettle River Valley. Another new monitor is also in...

California Interagency Incident Management Team 5's incident commanders will participate in a public meeting to discuss the current status of the Okanogan and Chelan Complexes. The meeting will be at the Brewster High School (503 South 7th Street) at 7:00 p.m.

Yesterday’s Activities: The continuation of cooler, wetter weather allowed crews to take advantage of opportunities to build line closer to the fire’s edge where it was safe and effective to do so. Scattered light showers across the fires combined with relative humidity values of 40-50% subdued fire behavior. Fire activity in large fuel and litter under forest canopy is continuing to smolder and creep. On the North Star Fire, crews continued to improve line south of Republic and to tie in line in the Scatter Creek drainage. Structure protection groups remained positioned in the Republic area. On the Tunk Block Fire, crews began burnout operations in the southeast portion of the fire. A number of smokes were reported in the Crawfish area. Firefighters responded to check on fire activity and found no areas of concern. Highway 155 between Omak and Nespelem was reopened in the afternoon. Today’s Operations: The objectives for the fires continue to be, in...

Okanogan Complex and Chelan Complex Fire Update September 1, 2015, 9:00 AM Fire Information: 877-568-0458 or 877-574-5148, 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/ Okanogan ComplexSize: 144,179 acres Containment: 40 percentEstimated Cost to Date: $13.74 millionInjuries: 6 Residences Burned: assessment in progress Total Personnel: 1,244 Committed Resources: 22 crews, 99 engines, 16 dozers, 27 water tenders, 4 helicopters Chelan ComplexSize: 92,516 acresContainment: 50 percentEstimated Cost to Date: $11.9 millionInjuries: 8Residences Burned: 21Total Personnel: 682Committed Resources: 11 crews, 45 engines, 6 dozers, 23 water tenders, 8 helicoptersCURRENT FIRE SITUATION Last night, firefighters continued to protect structures and strengthen the perimeter by improving existing firelines on both the Okanogan and Chelan complexes. The relative humidity today across the fire area will be lower than yesterday, and southwest winds will be 10–15...

OverviewThe Olympic National Park (NPS) and Olympic National Forest (USFS) are managing the information dissemination for all federally managed fires on the Olympic Peninsula through one channel. A Type 3 Incident Management Team (IMT) is managing fires under NPS and USFS jurisdiction. USFS is monitoring the Cabin, Mildred Lake, and Nicklund Creek Fires. Weather ForecastRain is forecasted for the peninsula through the week with some clearing towards the weekend. Wind EventFor the most up to date closure information visit the Olympic National Park Facebook page, https://www.facebook.com/OlympicNPS. Winding DownDue to the decrease in fire activity on the Olympic Peninsula the Paradise Fire will be transitioning to a lower level of management complexity and a Type 4 organization will be assuming command of the fire on Friday. Fire updates will be distributed every other day unless significant activity occurs. Paradise Fire - NPS - 2796 acresFor the safety of our fire...

NEWS FROM THE FIRELINE: As more crews arrived last night firefighters will continue the tough work of mopping up around the fire perimeter today. Crews will be concentrating their efforts in the areas near where trees and brush continue to be hot. Aircraft are available today to assist firefighters as needed. Hunting season begins today and fire managers throughout the region remind hunters that conditions are still extremely dry. If you are planning on being outdoors, please use extreme caution. A statewide burn ban remains in place. The Tucannon fire started August 29, 2015 at 9:30 am, approximately 20 miles east of Dayton, WA. Local firefighters did an excellent job fighting a fast moving fire in steep terrain. Approximately 40 structures were initially threatened. A level 3 evacuation order was issued for residents within a two mile radius around the fire. Aircraft assisted with the initial attack of the fire and no structures were lost. Cause of the fire in under...

Fire Update – Tuesday, September 1, 2015 – 9:00 a.mCommunity Meeting: There are no public meetings scheduled this evening. A meeting has been scheduled for Wednesday, September 2, at the Plain Community Church (12565 Chapel Dr.) at 7 p.m. Overview: The Incident Command Post for the Wolverine, Blankenship and First Creek Fires is now located at Confluence State Park in Wenatchee. The new telephone number for the fire information line is now 509-662-0145. The Southwest Area Incident Management Team 1 (IC Templin) will continue to manage the Wolverine and First Creek Fires. California Incident Management Team 5 (IC Minton) is managing the Macfarland Creek, Antione Creek, Cagle, Black Canyon and Reach Fires, known as the Chelan Complex. For information on the Chelan Complex or Okanogan Complex, please call 877-574-5148. First Creek: The First Creek Fire containment lines have now held for three days. Crews continue with holding operations as well as mop –up (extinguishing or...

Alder Lake Fire Update The Alder Lake Fire was ignited by lightning and first reported on Tuesday, August 11, 2015. The Gifford Pinchot National Forest, in coordination with the Washington State Department of Natural Resources, is currently managing the fire that is approximately 4 miles East of Elbe, Washington on the south side of Alder Lake. A Type 3 Incident Management Team is assigned to the fire. NOTE that the Alder Lake Fire Information number has changed to: 360-496-5429 Current as of 9‎/‎ 1 /‎2015‎ Current Situation Total Personnel 154 Other Assigned Resources 1 Dozer, 4 Engines, 6 Type 2 IA Hand Crews, 5 Misc. Heavy Equipment, Overhead Size 275 acres (15% Contained) Fuels Involved Closed canopy timber, with heavy dead and down Fire Behavior Minimal fire behavior observed due to precipitation over the incident. Fire continues to smolder in the heavy down and dead woody debris. Outlook Planned Actions Burnout as opportunities present themselves in...

Carpenter Road Fire Update The Carpenter Road Fire is estimated at 65,346 acres and 40% contained. The west portion of the fire below Springdale-Hunters Road remains in patrol status with little to no heat. The south and southeast border of the fire remains in mop up and patrol status. Firefighters are mopping up by digging smoldering stumps and putting water on hot spots. Fire suppression continues on the north side of the fire. Dozer lines and other containment efforts continue in order to build primary and contingency lines along Red Marble Road. The fire line along the east flank of the northern extension of the fire also remains active and will be reinforced. Air resources will be used to assist firefighters on the ground as weather conditions allow. Slow growth is expected over the next 24 hours. Firefighters continue to be vigilant about monitoring spot fires over the fire line. Firefighter safety along with the safety of the public remains the primary concern. ...

Okanogan Complex and Chelan Complex Fire Update August 31, 2015, 9:00 AM Fire Information: 877-568-0458 or 877-574-5148, 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/ Okanogan Complex Chelan Complex Size: 144,179 acres Size: 92,516 acres Containment: 30 percent Containment: 50 percent Estimated Cost to Date: $12.54 million Estimated Cost to Date: $10.9 million Injuries: 6 Residences Burned: 44 Residences Burned: assessment in progress Total Personnel: 927 Total Personnel: 1,658 Committed Resources: 20 crews, 56 engines, 8 helicopters Committed Resources: 34 crews, 154 engines, 30 dozers, 47 water tenders, 4 helicopters CURRENT FIRE SITUATION With the Tunk Block and North Star fires growing together, California Interagency Incident Management Team 5 has transferred management of the Tunk Block portion of the Okanogan Complex to the Pacific Northwest Incident Management Team 3. The Pacific Northwest Team will manage both the North...

Upper Skagit Complex Update Tuesday, September 1, 2015 8 am New Incident Information Number: (206 386-4495 Ext. 11) (staffed from 9 am to 5 pm daily) Fire Start Date: Early August 2015 Location: North Cascades National Park, north of Marblemount, Washington Size: 8505 acres Percent Contained: 66% (of the planned containment) Cause: Lightning Incident Resources: 98 personnel, including 3 engines. Lost Time Injuries: 0 Estimated Incident Cost to Date: $1,800,000 General Announcements: Significant precipitation over the past 72 hours has reduced fire activity for the entire complex. Smoldering in dense fuels, those not exposed directly to the rain, can be expected for several weeks. Additional wetting rain amounts are forecasted through Friday. Future challenges will mainly be weather related as heavy rain could bring debris flows onto the highway. Great Basin Team 4, Incident Commander Chris Wilcox, will transfer management back to the local...

Carpenter Road Fire Update The Carpenter Road Fire remains stable at approximately 65,000 acres and 40% contained. Breezy southwestern winds continue to push the fire in a northeasterly direction even as the rate of spread slows with lower temperatures and higher relative humidity. Fortunately mild temperatures and higher relative humidity will continue to maintain moderate fire spread conditions. Strong winds will continue through the next several days making falling snags a hazard for firefighters as are deep burned-out stump holes and shallow ash pits. Crews are continuing to build and strengthen line along Red Marble Road and the active east flank of the northern extension of the fire. Fire retardant has been used to protect the communication tower on Stensgar Mountain. Mop up and structure protection activities will continue in areas around homes on Lessig Road. The southern half of the fire remains quiet as fire crews mop-up existing control lines and around structures...

NEWS FROM THE FIRELINE: Firefighters made excellent progress strengthening containment lines around the fire today. Structure protection crews patrolled and began to mop-up around structures. Firefighters utilized helicopters to assist in cooling areas especially in the steeper terrain. Crews took advantage of the cooler temperatures and high humidity to keep the fire with in the established perimeter. Tucannon Road is now open to traffic. The Tucannon fire started August 29, 2015 at 9:30 am, approximately 20 miles east of Dayton, WA. Local firefighters did an excellent job fighting a fast moving fire in steep terrain. Approximately 40 structures were initially threatened. A level 3 evacuation order was issued for residents within a two mile radius around the fire. Aircraft assisted with the initial attack of the fire and no structures were lost. Cause of the fire in under investigation. CONTAINMENT: 30 % SIZE: Approximately 2,700 acres LOCATION: 20 miles east of Dayton, WA...

This will be the final update on the Colville Complex Today’s Operations: Firefighters on the Marble Valley and Gold Hill Fires will continue the final stages of mop up, remove danger trees, patrol, and initiate suppression repair work where appropriate. Both fires are now estimated to be 96% contained. Weather and Fire Behavior: The forecast for the area is for mostly cloudy skies with a continuing chance of light showers. Some sun will increase temperatures over yesterday. Fire activity will be limited today. Fire Information: On September 1, 2015, management of the Marble Valley and Gold Hill Fires will transition back to the Washington State Department of Natural Resources, Northeast District. For future inquiries about these fires please call 509-684-7260. At 6:00 am this morning management of the Graves Mountain fire was shifted to the Kettle Complex. Fire information for the Kettle Complex can be found at http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4535/# or by calling...

This will be the final update on the Colville Complex Today's Operations: Firefighters on the Marble Valley and Gold Hill Fires will continue the final stages of mop up, remove danger trees, patrol, and initiate suppression repair work where appropriate. Both fires are now estimated to be 96% contained. Weather and Fire Behavior: The forecast for the area is for mostly cloudy skies with a continuing chance of light showers. Some sun will increase temperatures over yesterday. Fire activity will be limited today. Fire Information: On September 1, 2015, management of the Marble Valley and Gold Hill Fires will transition back to the Washington State Department of Natural Resources, Northeast District. For future inquiries about these fires please call 509-684-7260. At 6:00 am this morning management of the Graves Mountain fire was shifted to the Kettle Complex. Fire information for the Kettle Complex can be found at http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4535/# or by calling...

Community Meeting tonight, 7 p.m. at the Plain Community Church 12565 Chapel Dr. in Leavenworth (Link to map)