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 Cheney, WA – The Andrus Fire started Monday morning at approximately 11:30 am near Andrus Rd. The fire spread quickly due to low relative humidity and unseasonably dry conditions. The fire is currently estimated at 300 acres with 0% containment at this time   Firefighters from Fire District 3, 4, 8, 9, 10, Airway Heights Fire, Spokane City Fire, Spokane Valley Fire, Lincoln County, Department of Natural Resources (DNR) and numerous other agencies were critical in slowing the spread of the fire. The collaborative efforts and teamwork between the agencies are critical to protecting lives and property.   Firefighting efforts today will focus on structure protection, containment lines and getting a good assessment of the fire. There are approximately 150 firefighters on the ground and air support is scheduled to continue throughout the day. Crews will continue to work through the day and overnight and expect to make additional progress.  There have been no injuries or structures...

Summary: Today, fire resources have been utilizing dozers and crews to construct containment lines. Air resources, including two helicopters and three large air tankers, have also been at work to combat the fire and halt its spread. Firefighters conducted a burnout operation to assist in holding the fire’s eastern perimeter at Rock Island Grade, and the fire has remained on the west side of the Grade. The fire has been most active in the Rock Island Creek Drainage and Beaver Creek Drainage.Weather: This late afternoon, winds are blowing from the northwest at 11-14 miles per hour with gusts of 24 miles per hour.  Smoke: Winds from the northwest have blown smoke in the direction of Palisades. For information on air quality visit https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/Evacuations: Rock Island Grade: Level 3 evacuationThe North Side of Batterman Road: Level 3 evacuationIndian Camp: Level 2 evacuationPalisades: Level 1 evacuationRoad Closures: Batterman RoadRock Island

The Batterman Fire started on July 4, 2021 at approximately 12:15 PM, spreading quickly in grass and brush. Numerous firefighters have been working diligently to control the fire, but suppression actions have been hampered by very active fire behavior caused by high temperatures and shifting winds.    Two helicopters and airtankers were utilized in areas inaccessible by engines. As the wind shifted in the afternoon, engines responded to the area of Rock Island Grade Road to protect residences in the area.  At this time, no structures have been destroyed, but evacuations remain in place. SE Washington Type 3 Interagency Incident Management Team (IMT) lead by Incident Commander Walter Escobar has assumed command of the incident as of last night. Firefighters have been working through the night to secure the perimeter near Rock Island Road, as well as continuing structure protection. Today, more resources from out of area are expected to arrive to assist in suppression efforts....

Rock Island Grade is closed from SR28 to Titchenal Canyon. Batterman Road (SR28) is

The area closure for the Big Hollow Fire on the Gifford Pinchot National Forest has been

Did you see smoke on the Inchelium Complex Fires today? Fuels continue to burn within the perimeter of the fires (Inchelium Highway, Fry, and Kewa Fields) and are unlikely to spread beyond the containment line.  Fire crews will continue to monitor the line to ensure containment.How long will smoke appear on Inchelium Complex Fires? Smoke will continue for several weeks or more.  Internal fuels, such as logs and stumps will take some time to burn and completely consume. What is causing the smoke? Partially and unburned fuels exist within the fire perimeter and these will continue to smolder and be consumed through a slow burn.  In fire terms, areas of the Inchelium Complex Fires had a dirty burn: an area where there is still a lot of standing, half-burned fuel susceptible to reburning.When should I report smoke and to who?  Please understand that smoke from far interior burning is generally not a concern. If you see, however, some active burning closer to the fire’s edge, around...

Пожары в штате Вашингтон ОБНОВЛЕНИЕ  ПОЖАР BIG HOLLOW   27 сентября 2020 года  Информационная линия: 360-335-7647 Для немедленного релиза   ОБЪЯВЛЕНИЕ: Группа по управлению инцидентами Grey Team в Южном регионе перейдет из Big Hollow Fire в 6:00 утра понедельника в местное подразделение, отвечающее за инцидент Type 4. Благодарим за теплый прием и постоянную поддержку в то время, пока мы были здесь. Обратите внимание, что есть новый номер телефона и адрес электронной почты для информации о пожаре. Лес запросил группу экстренного реагирования на пожар (Burned Area Emergency Response -...

Comunicado de prensa   Actualización del incendio de Big Hollow 27 de septiembre de 2020 Línea de información sobre el incendio: 360-335-7647 Para publicación inmediata   ANUNCIO: el Equipo Gray de Gestión de Incidentes del Área Sur delegará la gestión del incendio de Big Hollow a una unidad local de comando de incidentes Tipo 4 a partir del lunes a las 6:00 AM.  Gracias por su amable bienvenida y apoyo continuo durante nuestro tiempo aquí. Tenga en cuenta que hay un nuevo número de teléfono y correo electrónico para recibir información del incendio. El departamento del bosque solicitó un Equipo de Respuesta de Emergencia para Áreas Quemadas (BAER en inglés). Este equipo se especializa en analizar las condiciones posteriores a un incendio, y hace evaluaciones y recomendaciones para evitar que se presenten más problemas en la zona después del incendio. Situación actual: se esperan lluvia dispersa durante la noche. Se ordenó un vuelo de...

FINAL News Release  September 27th, 2020 Inchelium, WA: Wildland hand crews and engines will finalize containment at the end of shift today on the Kewa Fields fire, bringing overall containment to 100%.  Crews will continue with rehabilitation primarily of dozer lines around the fire and remove unneeded hoses and pumps off of the fire line.  With the finalization of containment, the Inchelium Complex Fires (Inchelium Highway, Fry, and Kewa Fields) will reduce in complexity to type 4 fires and returned to the Colville Administration at 6:00am on September 28th.  Jason Fulfer (IC 4) will assume command of the fire.  Level 1 evacuations will be lifted on all areas surrounding the fires at 8:00am on September 27th.   Crews will continue to be demobilized throughout the day and units will be returning to their home districts or be reassigned to another fire.  The remaining crews will continue with rehabilitation of the fire and conduct patrols of the fires.  Fire danger...

All Level 1 Evacuations are lifted on the Inchelium Complex as of 8:00AM

Comunicado de prensa   Actualización del incendio Big Hollow 26 de septiembre de 2020 Línea de información sobre el incendio: 971-333-8602 Para publicación inmediata   ANUNCIO: La orden de evacuación para las cabañas ubicadas en Government Mineral Springs, cerca de los espacios naturales de Trapper Creek, fue reducida a Nivel 1 ("ESTAR PREPARADO"). Los residentes pueden volver a la zona pero deben ser conscientes de que el peligro todavía existe. Tenga cuidado y preste atención a la maquinaria pesada y los equipos de bomberos que siguen trabajando en el área. Situación actual: La lluvia generalizada de los últimos días redujo significativamente la intensidad del incendio. En la zona siguen ardiendo combustibles grandes como troncos y restos de árboles. Las carreteras mojadas y con lodo tienen limitado el acceso temporalmente para ser patrulladas. Operaciones de hoy: Los bomberos retirarán sistemas de rociado y bombas de agua ubicados alrededor de la...

Пожары в штате Вашингтон ОБНОВЛЕНИЕ ПОЖАР BIG HOLLOW 26 сентября 2020 года Информационная линия: 971-333-8602 Для немедленного релиза ОБЪЯВЛЕНИЕ. Приказ об эвакуации домов для отдыха, расположенных в Government Mineral Springs, недалеко от Trapper Creek Wilderness, теперь снижен до 1 уровня «READY». Люди могут вернуться в этот район, но должны учитывать опасность, которая все еще существует. Снизьте скорость и соблюдайте осторожность, так как тяжелая техника и пожарные продолжают работать в этом районе. Текущая ситуация: Обильные дожди за последние несколько дней...

 News Release  -  September 26th, 2020 Inchelium, WA: Heavy rainfall across the fires was utilized by wildland fire crews to increase containment on the northern lines of the Kewa Fields Fire as well as around structures and homes. Rainfall made for hazardous conditions on roads as well as within the fire perimeter and crews were diligent at maintaining safety through throughout the day.  Increasing containment allowed units to demobilize early from the fire and return to their home districts or be reassigned to another fire. Additionally, some crews continue to ‘time-out’ on the fire and are being demobilized to rest in their home units before being redeployed to fires or to conduct initial attack in their home districts.  Wildland crews typically time out after 14 days of fire engagement and are required to take rest and relaxation days (R&R) before returning to duty, although extensions are possible.   Additional rainfall helped to reduce some of the interior burning...

Press Release   Big Hollow Fire Update September 26, 2020 Fire Information Line: 971-333-8602 For Immediate Release   ANNOUNCEMENT: The evacuation order for cabins located at Government Mineral Springs near Trapper Creek Wilderness has now been lowered to Level 1 “READY”. Owners can return to the area but should be aware of the danger that still exists. Slow down and use caution as heavy equipment and firefighters continue to work in the area. Current Situation: Widespread rain over the last several days significantly reduced fire behavior. Larger fuels such as logs and stumps continue to smolder in place. Wet and muddy roads have temporarily limited access for patrolling. Today’s Plan: Firefighters will be removing pumps and sprinkler systems located around the Government Mineral Springs area. Crews will continue to assess and monitor the fire area in preparation for a safe transition back to the forest. Visitor Information: Sunset Falls Campground remains...

The evacuation order for cabins located at Government Mineral Springs near Trapper Creek Wilderness has now been lowered to Level 1 “READY”. Owners can return to the area but should be aware of the danger that still exists.Slow down and use caution as heavy equipment and firefighters continue to work in the area.

We just received notice that Wind River Highway/Forest Road 30 is now open between Carson National Fish Hatchery and Curly Creek Road. All vehicles should use caution while driving along this portion of the highway due to smoke. Please do not stop along the

Press Release   Big Hollow Fire Update September 25, 2020 Fire Information Line: 971-333-8602 For Immediate Release   ANNOUNCEMENT: The evacuation order for cabins located at Government Mineral Springs near Trapper Creek Wilderness have been lowered to Level 2 “SET”. Residents can return to the area but should be set for immediate evacuation. Slow down and use caution in this area. Watch for heavy equipment and firefighters who continue to work in the area. Overview:  The Virtual Community Meeting was successful.  Questions concerning the fire, roadways, closures, and operation procedures were addressed.  Please visit the Gifford Pinchot National Forest website and Facebook page to receive up-to-date information. Current Situation: Rain continued throughout the day, bringing much needed moisture to the fire, and preventing further spread.  Larger fuels such as logs and stumps continue to burn in place. Today’s Plan: Firefighters will be working in...

Пожары в штате Вашингтон ОБНОВЛЕНИЕ  ПОЖАР BIG HOLLOW   25 сентября 2020 года  Информационная линия: 971-333-8602 Для немедленного релиза   ОБЪЯВЛЕНИЕ. Приказ об эвакуации из домиков для отдыха, расположенных в Government Mineral Springs возле Trapper Creek Wilderness, был понижен до 2 уровня. Жители могут вернуться в этот район, но они должны быть готовы к немедленной эвакуации. Сбавьте скорость и соблюдайте осторожность в этом районе. Следите за тяжелой техникой и пожарными, которые продолжают работать в этой зоне.   Обзор: Онлайн-встреча сообщества прошла успешно.  Были...

Comunicado de prensa   Actualización del incendio Big Hollow 25 de septiembre de 2020 Línea de información sobre el incendio: 971-333-8602 Para publicación inmediata   ANUNCIO: La orden de evacuación para las cabañas ubicadas en Government Mineral Springs, cerca de los espacios naturales de Trapper Creek, fue reducida a Nivel 2 ("ESTAR PREPARADO") Los residentes pueden volver a la zona pero deben estar listos para salir en caso de que una evacuación inmediata. Conduzca con cuidado y precaución en la zona, y preste atención a la maquinaria pesada y los equipos de bomberos que siguen trabajando en el área. Resumen:  La reunión virtual comunitaria fue un éxito.  En ella se respondieron dudas sobre el incendio, carreteras, cierres, y procedimientos operativos.  Visite la página web y la página de Facebook del Bosque Nacional Gifford Pinchot para tener información actualizada. Situación actual: La lluvia persistió durante todo el día y aportó la...