EVACUATIONS AND CLOSURES

 

August 6, 2013 New Closure Update for Salmon Creek Complex 

A new closure order has been enacted beginning Aug. 6, 2013 pertaining to Forest Service lands around the Salmon River Complex and Butler Fire on the Klamath and Six Rivers National Forests. Please see http://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5430601.pdf for the full closure order and associated map.

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 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 a potential evacuation and what to do if you are evacuated, residents are encouraged to visit the “Ready, Set, Go” at http://www.readyforwildfire.org/

Forest visitors are urged to be careful with anything that can cause a spark and start a wildfire. Shorten towing safety chains to be sure they do not drag on the roadway. Check tire pressure, wheel bearings, break and make sure no metal parts are dragging underneath the vehicle. Carry a small fire extinguisher in case an accident starts a fire. More fire safety information is available at http://www.preventwildfireca.org. Please report all fires or any suspicious activity by calling 9-1-1.