Hey y’all, it’s that time again. Time for some spring cleaning? Yes, but I was also thinking of the Northwest Progressive Institute spring funding gala. It looks like a pretty good lineup as usual.
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Open Thread April 22
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National Incidents
- Castolon Fire (Wildfire) May 24, 2019source:9
- Oregon Lakes (Wildfire) May 24, 2019The Type 2 Northwest Team 11 led by Incident Commander Bob Johnson, took over management of the fire on May 21, 2019. This remote fire was reported at about 1 p.m. on April 30 and so far, has been burning in the Oregon Lakes Impact Area, an area that is unsafe for firefighters and low-flying […]
- Maroon Fire (Wildfire) May 24, 2019FLAGSTAFF, Ariz., May 24, 2019 at 8 a.m. The Maroon fire received snow Wednesday through Thursday and is still active and burning. Throughout the planning area some snow was received overnight, but only at higher elevations, and larger fuels in the fire continue to be consumed. Crews made some great progress prepping the identified holding […]
- Indian Peaks Prescribed Fire (Prescribed Fire) May 24, 2019The Black Range Ranger District is prepared and ready to implement the Indian Peaks Prescribed Fire Project. The estimated project size is 9,400 acres on National Forest System lands, and an additional 600 acres of New Mexico State Trust Lands and private property inholdings. The district is closely monitoring onsite fuel conditions and forecasted weather. […]
- Compartment #1 Fire (Wildfire) May 23, 2019As of this afternoon, the Compartment #1 Fire is 98% contained. Fire personnel are continuing to patrol and monitor the fire each day, as there will continue to be areas of smoke within the fire perimeter until the area receives sufficient rain. With no rain in the forecast and a hot and dry holiday weekend […]
- Northwest Sands Prescribed Burns (Prescribed Fire) May 23, 2019The Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest is planning to conduct prescribed burns at Moquah Barrens north of Ino, Wis., beginning this weekend, weather permitting. If there is a break from the wet weather we have been experiencing in the Northwoods, fire specialists will be burning approximately 3700 acres over multiple days in four separate units: Northwest Sands […]
- Kern River Ranger District Prescribed RX (Prescribed Fire) May 22, 2019PLEASE USE CAUTION AND SLOW DOWN WHEN DRIVING PAST PRESCRIBED BURN AREAS.Public and firefighter safety remain our #1 priority-Watch for Smoke across Burlando Road.This past winter, Kern River Ranger District fire personnel fell trees throughout the Kernville Golf Course, due to drought kill. Tuesday, May 21, 2019 crews chipped the piled slash from the felled […]
- Cedar Central Prescribed Burn (Prescribed Fire) May 22, 2019The 218-acre Cedar Central Prescribed Burn, located in Cedar Grove, Kings Canyon National Park, has been delayed due to unusually wet seasonal weather. The burn is currently scheduled to take place between Monday, June 3, and Friday, June 14. Further information will be provided as it becomes
- Shasta-Trinity Prescribed Fires 2018-19 (Prescribed Fire) May 20, 2019See the 'Announcements' and 'News' Tabs for the latest information on planned prescribed burns. As temperatures drop and the first precipitation of the season arrives, the Shasta-Trinity National Forest is conducting its fall, winter and spring prescribed fire projects. “The 2018 fire season has provided significant firefighting challenges for the Shasta-Trinity National Forest, our partners […]
- Nabokov Blue Prescribed Fire-Plouff Ck (Prescribed Fire) May 20, 2019Anticipated Dates of Burn: Historically the burns take place between the last week in April and the first three weeks in May, however, burn dates in 2019 will be scheduled anytime during the spring, summer and fall months. Location and Sizes: The Plouff Creek units are located in Township 61 North, Range 5 West Section […]
- Bluff Mesa Rx (Prescribed Fire) May 19, 2019Update (Sunday, May 19, 2019) - Due to the current storm system and resulting moisture on the ground, the Bluff Mesa prescribed burn has been delayed. Crews will re-evaluate and return this spring when and if conditions are safe and productive. An announcement will be made if a new date is determined.Original Notice - To […]
- San Juan NF Prescribed Fire Program (Prescribed Fire) May 17, 2019Update 5/17/19 - Thursday's prescribed fire efforts successfully burned 213 acres in the Brockover area west of Pagosa Springs. Wind and scattered showers are expected for the next few days, suspending prescribed fire operations until conditions improve. The units are between the Gopher Trail and Turkey Springs Road. Future operations will be dependent on weather […]
- Payette NF Prescribed Fire, 2019 (Prescribed Fire) May 14, 2019See the 'Announcements' and 'News' Tabs for the latest information on planned prescribed burns. For detailed information regarding prescribed fires on the Payette, visit our on-line Southwest Idaho Interagency Fuels Treatments Map.The Payette National Forest will be conducting multiple prescribed fires this spring. Depending on weather conditions burns could take place anytime from April to […]
- 2019 Umatilla NF Prescribed Fire (Prescribed Fire) May 13, 2019The Umatilla National Forest prescribed fire page contains information on the Forest's planned, active and completed prescribed burning for 2019. In general, there are two burn seasons each year to accomplish prescribed fire projects. Early season burns typically occur in late winter through the early fire season in late spring/early summer. Late season burns typically […]
- South Rim Piles (Prescribed Fire) May 10, 2019Grand Canyon National Park fire managers anticipate initiating prescribed pile burning this week (5/6/19) as weather and fuel moisture conditions allow. This project is anticipated to last throughout the month of May. As part of the South Rim Piles Project, they will burn 3,500 piles of woody debris east and west of South Entrance Road […]
- 2019 Malheur NF Prescribed Fire (Prescribed Fire) May 10, 2019Starting May 8th, at 11 am Prairie City Ranger District will begin ignitions on Elk 16 Hb, full ignition for the 330 acre unit is scheduled for Friday, May 10. Smoke may be visible from Forest Roads 16 and 1420 for several days. Signs will be posted along Forest Road 1420 for public safety. Please […]
- Hoyle (Wildfire) May 9, 2019The Hoyle Fire is 100% contained as of 11:00 a.m. Thursday, May 9, 2019. Crews will continue to monitor the area daily. Some smoke may be visible at times as interior pockets continue to smolder.
- Mill Fire (Wildfire) May 8, 2019Effective 5/8 at 1700 the Type 3 Incident Management Team effectively transferred command back to the District and a local Type 4 Incident Commander. The fire received measurable rain over the last 2 days effectively reducing fire activity. Today's (5/8) reconnaissance flight over the fire area revealed no smoke or evidence of internal heat. The […]
- Slide Fire (Wildfire) May 7, 2019The Slide Fire started May 1, 2019 and is a lightning caused fire. One engine with 7 crew members and one fire effects monitor are currently on the fire. The fire is 72 acres and is burning approximately 65 miles south of St. George, Utah. The weather forecast is predicting rain for the next couple […]
- Tonto National Forest Rx Burns 2019 (Prescribed Fire) May 7, 2019Broadcast Burning northeast of Payson, May 6Update - 821 acres completed Monday. The area is receiving light rain this morning. Firefighters are on scene, patrolling.
National Incident Articles
- Daily Update for Friday May 24th 2019 Oregon Lakes Fire (Oregon Lakes Wildfire) May 24, 2019DELTA JUNCTION, Alaska – Firefighter crews from the Oregon Lakes Fire have arrived in the Whitestone Farms, Southbank and Richardson Clearwater River communities. Additional equipment will be air-dropped today. Crews will begin structure protection today and also look for locations where contingency fire lines could be constructed. Crews will protect structures at Rainbow Lake. The […]
- Compartment #1 Fire 98% Contained - May 23, 2019 (Compartment #1 Fire Wildfire) May 23, 2019Folkston, GA…...As of this afternoon, the Compartment #1 Fire is 98% contained. Fire personnel will continue to patrol and monitor the fire each day, as there will continue to be areas of smoke within the fire perimeter until the area receives sufficient rain. With no rain in the forecast and a hot and dry holiday […]
- Daily Update for May 23rd 2019 Oregon Lakes Fire (Oregon Lakes Wildfire) May 23, 2019DELTA JUNCTION, Alaska – Mop up activities along the primary fireline west of Delta Junction have been finalized and firefighters are transitioning to structure protection in the Whitestone, Southbank and Richardson Clearwater communities. Fire Managers and representatives from state and federal agencies decided to move firefighters after continually evaluating risks of working close to ordinance […]
- Daily Update for May 22 2019 Oregon Lakes Fire (Oregon Lakes Wildfire) May 22, 2019DELTA JUNCTION, Alaska – Moderate to active fire behavior was observed along parts of the west perimeter during the warmest part of the day, but minimal activity was noted elsewhere. Slightly cooler temperatures and winds from the north allowed crews to make significant progress toward clearing, improving and maintaining firelines and installing structure protection measures […]
- Lightning-caused fire to fulfill natural role near Maroon Crater (Maroon Fire Wildfire) May 22, 2019FLAGSTAFF, Ariz., May 22, 2019 – Fire managers with the Coconino National Forest are making use of a lightning-caused fire to benefit the landscape and maintain a healthy ecosystem by allowing the fire to fulfill its natural role and consume forest debris. The 26-acre Maroon Fire is approximately 3 miles north of Leupp Road and […]
- Daily Update for May 21st 2019 Oregon Lakes Fire (Oregon Lakes Wildfire) May 21, 2019Type 2 Northwest (NW) Team 11 assumed command of the Oregon Lakes Fire today as the Alaska team completed a two week assignment and returned home to prepare for additional fires which may develop this summer. Alaskan firefighting crews remain on the fireline and several Alaska team members have been integrated into the NW team […]
- Trinity Post Fire Hazard Reduction Project near Hayfork planned for May 22 (Shasta-Trinity Prescribed Fires 2018-19 Prescribed Fire) May 20, 2019Fire managers on the Shasta-Trinity National Forest are planning on prescribed burning 110 acres of hand piles over the next week as part of the Trinity Post Fire Hazard Reduction Project Area located approximately three miles north of Hyampom and to the east and west of Forest Road 60 south of the Big Bar/Hayfork District […]
- Indian Peaks Prescribed Fire Scheduled to begin May 28 on Black Range (Indian Peaks Prescribed Fire Prescribed Fire) May 20, 2019Truth or Consequences, NM, May 20, 2019—For Immediate Release. The Gila National Forest, Black Range Ranger District is prepared and ready to implement the Indian Peaks Prescribed Fire Project. The estimated project size is 9,400 acres on National Forest System lands, and an additional 600 acres of New Mexico State Trust Lands and private property […]
- Oregon Lakes Fire update for Monday, May 20, 2019 (Oregon Lakes Wildfire) May 20, 2019DELTA JUNCTION, Alaska – Less than a trace of precipitation fell on parts of the Oregon Lakes Fire as firefighters continue to hold and improve sections of the more than 8-miles of line created during burn operations. Crews will monitor the fire in anticipation of increased southerly winds and warmer temperatures today. Structure protection preparations […]
- Compartment #1 Fire Update - May 20 (Compartment #1 Fire Wildfire) May 20, 2019Folkston, GA…...At approximately noon on Sunday May 19, a wildfire was reported in the Okefenokee National Wildlife Refuge on the northern end of the refuge, about 1/2 mile east of Okefenokee Swamp Park in Waycross. Crews from both the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service and Georgia Forestry Commission arrived on scene with Type VI engines […]
- Oregon Lakes Fire update for Sunday, May 19, 2019 (Oregon Lakes Wildfire) May 19, 2019DELTA JUNCTION, Alaska – Light rain, up to a .10-inch in places, moderated fire behavior yesterday giving firefighters a chance to improve the more than 8 miles of firebreak they have constructed along the northern edge of the Oregon Lakes Fire. Portions of the firebreak that were constructed with a dozer have been repaired to […]
- Oregon Lakes Fire update for Saturday, May 18, 2019 (Oregon Lakes Wildfire) May 18, 2019DELTA JUNCTION, Alaska – While firefighters continue strengthening the firebreak along the northern edge of the Oregon Lakes Fire, fire managers are considering burning farther west and east to reduce the chances the fire will spread north as the summer progresses. Firefighters are taking advantage of the cooler temperatures today to concentrate on fortifying firebreaks […]
- Showers Calm Oregon Lakes Fire (Oregon Lakes Wildfire) May 17, 2019Start Date: April 30, 2019 Acres: 14,265 Personnel assigned: 130 Crews assigned: 4 Estimated costs to date: $1 million Cause: human, under investigation DELTA JUNCTION, Alaska – A shot of moisture calmed fire activity on the Oregon Lakes Fire yesterday as firefighters continue to extend and strengthen firebreaks ahead of the fire. Firefighters working in […]
- Temporary Flight Restriction 9/9029 (Oregon Lakes Wildfire) May 16, 2019A Temporary Flight Restriction is in place over the fire. See https://tfr.faa.gov/save_pages/detail_9_9204.html for more
- Firefighters Continue to Strengthen Line on Oregon Lakes Fire (Oregon Lakes Wildfire) May 16, 2019Start Date: April 30, 2019 Acres: 12,904 Personnel assigned: 128 Crews assigned: 4 Estimated costs to date: $776,239 Cause: human, under investigation DELTA JUNCTION, Alaska – The Oregon Lakes Fire more than doubled in size after thundercells moved in with gusty winds that merged the fire and burn operation together last night. The fire is […]
- Trails (Bluff Mesa Rx Prescribed Fire) May 15, 2019Due to the proximity to the prescribed burning area, the Champion Lodgepole Trail will be closed during the project. The upper trailheads of the Siberia Creek and Castle Rock trails may be closed.
- Forest Roads (Bluff Mesa Rx Prescribed Fire) May 15, 2019During operations, forest roads 2N11 and 2N86 are expected to be closed. Traffic delays may occur along 2N10 on the west side.
- Yellow-Post Sites (Bluff Mesa Rx Prescribed Fire) May 15, 2019Due to their proximity to the burn area, yellow-post sites #28 and #29 have been closed and will reopen after the burn and area is deemed safe.
- Prescribed burning planned for the Big Bear area (Bluff Mesa Rx Prescribed Fire) May 15, 2019After a wet winter and with spring weather conditions continuing to be ideal for prescribed burning, San Bernardino National Forest officials are planning to begin ignitions in an area southwest of Big Bear Lake beginning Monday, May 20. The broadcast burn on Bluff Mesa is expected to last through the end of the week. Smoke […]
- Prescribed pile burning planned May 16-24 on west side of forest (Shasta-Trinity Prescribed Fires 2018-19 Prescribed Fire) May 15, 2019Fire managers on the Shasta-Trinity National Forest are planning on prescribed burning hand piles in two areas on the west side of the forest over the next week to ten days. The Trinity Post Fire Hazard Reduction Project area is located three miles north of Hyampom and the Helena Suppression Repair Project is located three […]
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