August 10 Evening Update

August 10 Update Pm

Incident: Salmon River Complex Wildfire

Released: 57 min. ago

Salmon River Complex Update

Email: salmonrivercomplex@gmail.com

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The Salmon River Complex is currently 9,809 acres with 30 percent containment. There are 31 crews, 56 engines, 5 dozers and 21 water tenders for a total of 1,147 personnel working on the fire.

Today’s Actions:

Today, firefighters continued to mop up along the Salmon River Road and to construct handline on the north and northeast side of the fire. A window of clear sky allowed for retardant use east of Neilon Gulch to keep the fire’s progress in check, permitting firefighters to continue to construct handline towards Tanners Peak.

Tonight, firefighters will monitor and patrol the along Sawyers Bar Road and along the North Fork of the Salmon River to Mule Bridge.

A community meeting was held tonight at the Salmon River Restoration Council in Sawyers Bar. Fire officials provided an operational update on the Salmon River Complex and Butler Fires.

Fire Behavior and Air Quality:

Today, there was creeping fire activity with limited fire spread. The Salmon River Complex increased by about 80 acres today. Large diameter fuels and stumps continue to hold heat. Tonight, minimal fire activity is expected.

Air quality in Sawyers Bar was in the unhealthy for sensitive groups to unhealthy range most of the day, and will remain at that level through the night. Etna and Ft. Jones saw light smoke today, increasing levels of smoke will occur this evening when levels may reach into the moderate range and last through the night. For information on smoke conditions, visit Siskiyou County Pollution Control District (http://www.co.siskiyou.ca.us/ag/apc.aspx) or the North Coast Unified Air Quality Management District (http://ncuaqmd.org/). Residents are encouraged to visit the “Protect Yourself from Smoke” website for smoke protection information athttp://www.cdc.gov/Features/Wildfires/.

Closure Order: A new Forest Order went into effect today expanding the prior closure around the Salmon River Complex and Butler Fires on the Klamath and Six Rivers National Forests. Sawyers Bar Road remains closed to public traffic from Etna Summit to the Forks of Salmon. Residents, with proof of residency, will be allowed through the closure. Residents may encounter one-way traffic control within the closure area. The Salmon River Road remains closed west of Forks of Salmon. Please seehttp://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5430601.pdffor the full closure order and associated map.

Evacuations: An Evacuation Advisory remains in effect for all residents along the North Fork Salmon River from Kelly Gulch to Idlewild and Mule Bridge to the Marble Mountain Wilderness Boundary. See http://inciweb.org/incident/article/3575/19865/for more information on the evacuation advisory. The Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office and the Office of Emergency Services are working with fire managers to assure close communication and coordination. An evacuation center has been established by the Red Cross at Etna Union High School, 400 Howell Avenue, Etna. Domestic pets may also be taken to the high school where kennels will be available. Large animals may be taken to the Dean McBroom Ranch at 1442 Sawyers Bar Road, Etna. Call 530-467-3711.

For tips on how to prepare for an evacuation and what to do if you are evacuated, residents are encouraged to visit the“Ready, Set, Go” Website at http://www.readyforwildfire.org/.

Butler Fire: For information on the Orleans Complex (Butler Fire), call 530-618-2101 or visithttp://inciweb.org/incident/3577/.

Salmon River Complex Update

                Email: salmonrivercomplex@gmail.com

                InciWeb: http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3575/

                Twitter: https://twitter.com/info_ciimt1

Flickr: http://tinyurl.com/n3tgqta

Fire Facts:

Date started: July 31, 2013	Number of Personnel:  1,100
Location: 4 miles west of Sawyers Bar, Salmon River, CA	Crews: 31
Size:  8,927 acres	Engines: 40
Percent Contained: 16%	Dozers: 6
Estimated Containment Date: unknown	Water Tenders: 14
Cause: Human	Helicopters:  2 Type 1,  3 Type 2, and  1 Type 3
Cost to Date: $5,500,000	Air Tankers: available upon request
Structures Threatened: 50	Injuries to Date: 1

Today’s Update:

Today, crews will look for opportunities to construct line northeast of Tanners Peak Trail.  Line construction will continue on the ridge north of Sawyers Bar heading east towards Tanners Peak.  Structure perimeter defense will continue in Sawyers Bar, Idlewild and Mule Bridge.  Crews will keep pace with the fire’s westward progression and watch for spot fires crossing the road to the south.  The expected fire spread is northeasterly into Sawmill Gulch, north to the south fork of Cherry Creek and westerly an additional one-quarter mile across Big Creek.

A Red Flag Warning is in effect until 11:00 p.m. Friday for dry thunderstorms and associated erratic winds.

Evacuations:

An Evacuation Advisory was issued for all residents along the North Fork of the Salmon River from Kelly Gulch to Idlewild and Mule Bridge to the Marble Mountain Wilderness Boundary. See http://inciweb.org/incident/article/3575/19865/ for the evacuation notices.  The Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office and the Office of Emergency Services are working closely with fire managers to assure close communication and coordination.  An evacuation center has been established by the Red Cross at Etna Union High School, 400 Howell Avenue, Etna.  Domestic pets may also be taken to the high school where kennels will be available.  Large animals may be taken to the Dean McBroom Ranch at 1442 Sawyers Bar Road, Etna. Call 530-467-3711.

For tips on how to prepare for an evacuation and what to do if you are evacuated, residents are encouraged to visit the “Ready, Set, Go” Website at  http://www.readyforwildfire.org/.

Fire Behavior and Smoke: 

Last night fire behavior moderated to creeping and smoldering with the most heat being retained in large diameter fuels and stumps.  Today, winds will become easterly and line up with east/west oriented drainages producing an opportunity for upslope and westward fire movement with group tree torching or short crown runs.  Thunderstorms will build this afternoon producing gusty winds and a good chance of precipitation.

All communities near the fires should expect to be impacted by smoke.  For information on smoke conditions, visit http://www.co.siskiyou.ca.us/AG/apc.aspx, http://app.airsis.com/usfs/fleet.aspx or http://www.airnow.gov/.

Smoke can pose health concerns.  Residents are encouraged to visit the “Protect Yourself from Smoke” Website for smoke protection information at http://www.cdc.gov/Features/Wildfires/.

Closures:

A portion of the Klamath National Forest near the fire area is closed to public entry. See the Klamath National Forest Website at http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5430601.pdf for a description and map.

Sawyer’s Bar Road is closed to public traffic from Etna Summit to the Forks of Salmon.  Residents, with proof of residency, will be allowed through the closure. Residents may encounter one-way traffic control within the closure area. The Salmon River Road is closed west of Forks of Salmon.

Residents are encouraged to complete their fire hazard reduction to assist firefighters in defending their homes.  For fire prevention information visit “One Less Spark, One Less Wildfire” at  http://www.preventwildfireca.org.

For information on the Orleans Complex (Butler Fire), please call 530-618-2101.

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Evacuation Advisory Idlewild and Mule Bridge

SALMON RIVER COMPLEX FIRE INFORMATION

EVACUATION ADVISORY

Effective 5:45 pm August 7, the Salmon River Complex Incident Commander has requested an Evacuation Advisory be issued by the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office for residents of Idlewild and Mule Bridge.  This notice is for all residents along Sawyers Bar Road and Forest Road 40N47 between Rattlesnake Gulch and the Marble Mountain Wilderness boundary.  Residents should be prepared to evacuate should fire conditions worsen.

During an evacuation advisory you should begin preparing for a potential Evacuation Order.  Individuals requiring more time to evacuate should consider leaving now.  You should also consider removing large animals and large personal items such as motor homes, boats, and heavy equipment.

Prepare Now For Possible Future Evacuations

• Pre-plan.  Know what valuables you can remove quickly and take with you.  Plan to take medicines and first aid kit; flashlight, radio and batteries; important papers and cash; clothes, bedding, food.
• Find out where you are to go if/when you evacuate and how to get there. Have more than one route.
• Close up the house. Close all windows and doors. Cover all vents if you have time.
• Close heavy drapes and blinds. Remove flimsy curtains and move furniture away from windows.
• Put flammable lawn furniture in the house or garage.
• Turn off the gas or propane. Leave electricity on.
• If you have to leave a vehicle, leave it pointed out with the keys in the ignition.
• Take your small pets with you. Don’t forget pet food. If you have livestock in a cleared pasture, and have not had time to evacuate them, leave them alone. If not in a cleared area, open the gates.
• Keep your driveway clear for fire equipment.
• Leave a note indicating where you went and a phone number where you can be reached.

• Locate and mark hazardous materials, septic tanks, water sources, etc.

• Clean up area around your house.

Special Tips for Disabled and Elderly Persons

• Keep your special medications, with duplicate prescriptions, close by and in a safe place where they can be easily reached. These should be ready to be taken with you in case of evacuation.  If required, keep extra bladder bags, catheters and sanitary aids near your medication. A bag, into which you can scoop these items quickly, is helpful.
• Keep near you at all times any auxiliary devices you need to aid in your mobility, for example, a walker, crutches, cane, etc.
• Have extra batteries if you use an electric wheelchair.
• Have a notebook and pencils available in several locations if you have difficulty in communicating. Written messages will be invaluable to anyone assisting you.

• Do not forget pet food, harness and equipment if you have a seeing-eye or hearing dog.

For more information on preparing your home for an evacuation visit the Ready Set Go website: www.ReadyforWildfire.org

An evacuation center has been established by the Red Cross at Etna Union High School, 400 Howell Avenue, Etna.  Domestic pets may also be taken to the high school where kennels will be available.  Large animals may be taken to the Dean McBroom Ranch at 1442 Sawyers Bar Road, Etna.

To stay informed on fire conditions please call the Klamath National Forest Fire Information Center at (530) 841-4451 or visit Inciweb at http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3575/.

Evacuation Advisory Sayers Bar Road

Effective 3:30 pm August 7, the Salmon River Complex Incident Commander has requested an Evacuation Advisory be issued by the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office for residents of Sawyers Bar.  This notice is for all residents along Sawyers Bar Road between Rattlesnake Gulch and Kelly Gulch.  Residents should be prepared to evacuate should fire conditions worsen.

During an evacuation advisory you should begin preparing for a potential Evacuation Order.  Individuals requiring more time to evacuate should consider leaving now.  You should also consider removing large animals and large personal items such as motor homes, boats, and heavy equipment.

Prepare Now For Possible Future Evacuations

• Pre-plan.  Know what valuables you can remove quickly and take with you.  Plan to take medicines and first aid kit; flashlight, radio and batteries; important papers and cash; clothes, bedding, food.
• Find out where you are to go if/when you evacuate and how to get there. Have more than one route.
• Close up the house. Close all windows and doors. Cover all vents if you have time.
• Close heavy drapes and blinds. Remove flimsy curtains and move furniture away from windows.
• Put flammable lawn furniture in the house or garage.
• Turn off the gas or propane. Leave electricity on.
• If you have to leave a vehicle, leave it pointed out with the keys in the ignition.
• Take your small pets with you. Don’t forget pet food. If you have livestock in a cleared pasture, and have not had time to evacuate them, leave them alone. If not in a cleared area, open the gates.
• Keep your driveway clear for fire equipment.
• Leave a note indicating where you went and a phone number where you can be reached.

• Locate and mark hazardous materials, septic tanks, water sources, etc.

• Clean up area around your house.

Special Tips for Disabled and Elderly Persons

• Keep your special medications, with duplicate prescriptions, close by and in a safe place where they can be easily reached. These should be ready to be taken with you in case of evacuation.  If required, keep extra bladder bags, catheters and sanitary aids near your medication. A bag, into which you can scoop these items quickly, is helpful.
• Keep near you at all times any auxiliary devices you need to aid in your mobility, for example, a walker, crutches, cane, etc.
• Have extra batteries if you use an electric wheelchair.
• Have a notebook and pencils available in several locations if you have difficulty in communicating. Written messages will be invaluable to anyone assisting you.

• Do not forget pet food, harness and equipment if you have a seeing-eye or hearing dog.

For more information on preparing your home for an evacuation visit the Ready Set Go website: www.ReadyforWildfire.org

An evacuation center has been established by the Red Cross at Etna Union High School, 400 Howell Avenue, Etna.  Domestic pets may also be taken to the high school where kennels will be available.

To stay informed on fire conditions please call the Klamath National Forest Fire Information Center at (530) 841-4451 or visit Inciweb at http://www.inciweb.org/incident/3575/.

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This page is dedicated to providing timely and official fire information about the Salmon River Complex on the Klamath National Forest and serves as back-up to Inciweb.org should it become unavailable or unresponsive. The information is posted and hosted on this site by Public Information Officers that work for federal, state and local fire agencies and is drawn from official sources within the wildland fire agencies.

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