10/18/2019 NWCC Morning Brief

*Please note posting schedule change**

Morning Brief

Date/Time Stamp: Friday, Oct 18, 2019, 07:38

Starting today 10/18, report will post every Friday, unless significant activity occurs.

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Northwest Activity Summary

Extensive moisture coverage across the Region occurred, with the west side of the Cascades receiving heavy to wetting rains. East of the Cascades precipitation was light to wetting. Cooler temperatures and overcast conditions occurred through the day. Initial attack activity was light, while prescribed fire activity in heavy fuels continued across the Region.

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Preparedness LevelsNorthwest PL Current 3-Day 10-Day 30-Day National PL 1 (9/12) 1 1 1 1 (9/27)

Northwest IMT Rotation (10/15-10/22)
NW Area Type 1	NW Area Type 2
PNW Team 2 - Allen	NW Team 9 - Goff
PNW Team 3 - Livingston	NW Team 12 - Harrod
	NW Team 10 - Lawson

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Northwest Incident Activity
New Fires and Acres0 fires for 0 acres
OR: 0 fires for 0 acres

WA: 0 fires for 0 acres

Large Fire Summary
New large incidents: 0
Reported incidents: 0 (OR: 0 WA: 0)
No growth on existing incidents

Northwest IMT Activity

NIMOs Committed: 0
Type 1 IMTs committed: 0
Type 2 IMTs committed: 0
National Fire Activity

IMSR posts weekly on Fridays (10/11 – 10/17)
Initial attack activity: Light (662) new fires
New large incidents: 12

Large fires contained: 14

Uncontained large fires: 6

National IMT Activity
Area Command Teams: 0
NIMOs committed: 0
Type 1 IMTs committed: 2
Type 2 IMTs committed: 0

Nationally, there are 8 large fires being managed under a strategy other than full suppression.

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Northwest Current Incident Details

Incidents listed below meet large fire criteria and/or incidents with a Type 1 or 2 IMT assigned. Large incidents are defined as fires which are 100+ acres in timber or 300+ acres in grass/brush. For additional information on incidents no longer listed below please refer to the NW Large Incident Summary or Northwest Fires Utilizing Monitor, Confine, Point Zone Protection Suppression Strategies (YTD)

Incidents not Previously Reported: 0

Incidents Previously Reported: 0

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Northwest Fire Weather Summary

Wet weather is expected across the west side on Friday then over the whole Region during the weekend. Several frontal systems will push across the area. Expect gusty general winds at times. The prime locations for gusty winds will be mainly over the coast and central Washington late Friday and then mainly over eastern Oregon on Saturday. Refer to your NWS forecasts for details for your area.

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Northwest Fire Potential Summary

Significant fire potential is effectively nil due to continued wet weather and dropping fire danger. If any units are attempting burn projects on Saturday be sure to request and review spot forecasts if wind could pose a problem, particularly in central Oregon and parts of central Washington. Longer range forecasts suggest a return to drier weather by midweek next week.

More info, see NW 7-Day Significant Fire Potential Forecast, and National 7-Day Significant Fire Potential Forecast

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National Incident Management Situation Report (IMSR): https://www.nifc.gov/nicc/sitreprt.pdf

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Morning Brief

Date/Time Stamp: Sunday, Sep 15, 2019, 06:55

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Northwest Activity Summary

Scattered rain fell in Western Washington extending south into Northwest Oregon and east along the Canadian border. No lightning was reported. Good overnight humidity recoveries were observed across the region with areas of breezy conditions east of the cascades. Initial attack activity was light. No growth was reported on existing large fires.

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Preparedness Levels Northwest PL Current 3-Day 10-Day 30-Day National PL 1 (9/12) 1 1 1 2 (8/14)

Northwest IMT Rotation (9/10-9/17)
NW Area Type 1	NW Area Type 2
PNW Team 3 - Livingston	NW Team 11 - B. Johnson
PNW Team 2 - Allen	NW Team 7 - Knerr
	NW Team 6 - Sheldon

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Northwest Incident Activity
New Fires and Acres
11 fires for 5 acres
OR: 9 fires 5 acres
WA: 2 fires 0 acres

Large Fire Summary
New large incidents: 0
Reported incidents: 1 (OR: 1 WA: 0)
0 acres growth on existing incidents

Northwest IMT Activity

NIMOs Committed: 0
Type 1 IMTs committed: 0
Type 2 IMTs committed: 0
National Fire Activity
Initial attack activity: Light (89) new fires
New large incidents: 2

Large fires contained: 3

Uncontained large fires: 13

National IMT Activity
Area Command Teams: 0
NIMOs committed: 0
Type 1 IMTs committed: 1
Type 2 IMTs committed: 4

Nationally, there are 42 large fires being managed under a strategy other than full suppression.

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Northwest Current Incident Details

Incidents listed below meet large fire criteria and/or incidents with a Type 1 or 2 IMT assigned. Large incidents are defined as fires which are 100+ acres in timber or 300+ acres in grass/brush. For additional information on incidents no longer listed below please refer to the NW Large Incident Summary or Northwest Fires Utilizing Monitor, Confine, Point Zone Protection Suppression Strategies (YTD)

Incidents not Previously Reported: 0

Incidents Previously Reported: 1

Gopher. OR-RSF-000434. IMT3. 11 mi. E of Prospect, OR. Start 9/5. Full Suppression. Cause: Lightning. 354 acres (+0). 35% containment. Slash. Minimal fire behavior. Road, trail and area closure in effect.

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Northwest Fire Weather Summary

An upper level disturbance moves into the region today with rain. Western Oregon and Western to Central Washington are expected to receive wetting rains along with cool temperatures. Ahead of the system, winds will be gusty in Central and Eastern Oregon today. Cooler and wetter weather is forecasted through the week. Check your NWS forecast for details in your location.

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Northwest Fire Potential Summary

Below average significant fire potential is expected through early next week. Cool and wet weather will keep conditions moderated. Expect gusty winds in Oregon east of the Cascades today, potentialy impacting prescribed burns.

More info, see NW 7-Day Significant Fire Potential Forecast, and National 7-Day Significant Fire Potential Forecast

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8/11/2019 Ward Fire Update

The Ward Fire started early afternoon August 9th, 2019 when a lightning storm came through the area. The fire instantly started running and spotting, aided by topography and winds. Crews from ODF and BLM along with Green Diamond timber company responded rapidly.

At  fire has had minimal growth since yesterday due to the moist and cool conditions and effective dozer lines built directly against the burning perimeter on the northern flank of the fire. Last night, firefighters worked to mop up 30 feet in on the fireline in the northwest flank of the fire. Crews also worked to install hose lays along the completed dozer line on the northeast portion.

The plan for today is the continue to secure, improve, and hold constructed fireline along the northern areas of the fire. The southern flank of the fire has burned up the rocky and steep ridge overlooking the Klamath River. Fire managers are scouting and looking for opportunities to hold and secure this southern perimeter. Firefighters continue to patrol for and extinguish spot fires in heavy fuels in the forested area of the fire.

The forecast calls for warmer and dryer conditions today and a return to normal temperatures in the coming week, with gusty winds possible over the fire on Tuesday.

Safety considerations will continue to be snags, rattlesnakes, power lines, and rolling debris on the steep slopes on the southern edge of the fire.

Cooperators assisting partner agencies ODF and BLM include Green Diamond Resource Company and the Klamath County Fire Chief.

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The Tupper Guard Station recorded ¼” of rainfall Saturday afternoon and evening, aiding firefighters in suppressing the nearby HK Complex. Work to mop up within the firelines in all divisions of the fire area continued throughout the day.

At the north end of the main complex fire, crews worked to strengthen hand line put in place the day before, and began to pull out fire hose from around the fire as part of the clean up. Overnight, an interior pocket in the southern portion of the complex was revived by strong winds to burn well within the fireline, producing significant smoke. Firefighters will continue to patrol and monitor the area to assure nothing escapes the established fireline. On Sunday, some crews and equipment will begin to demobilize, while remaining firefighters will continue mop up in smoldering areas and pulling hose off the fireline. Additional areas will be identified for any rehabilitation work needed to help return the area to its natural state. The day is expected to begin with scattered showers, and clouds should gradually lift into the afternoon with more stable airflow. Afternoon temperatures are expected to be 10 to 15 degrees below normal with locally breezy conditions.

Fire danger rating remains at HIGH and Public Use Restrictions limiting chainsaw use are in effect.

A portion of the 21 Road is closed to allow for fire traffic. If traveling in the area, alternate routes are required. In addition, a closure order issued by the Forest Service is still in effect due to fire activity in the area. The closure is formally referenced as Order Number T-2019-0614-UMA-02. All restrictions and closure orders can be seen in full at www.fs.usda.gov/Umatilla.

Fire traffic, including heavy equipment, continues to work in and around road systems even as weekend recreation brings more visitors to the area. Be alert to heavy trucks on the road and allow extra travel time. Following the storm, some roads may be more slick than usual and require extra care.

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8/11/2019 Ward Fire Update

The Ward Fire started early afternoon August 9th, 2019 when a lightning storm came through the area. The fire instantly started running and spotting, aided by topography and winds. Crews from ODF and BLM along with Green Diamond timber company rapidly responded.

The fire has burned 1329 acres and is 17% contained.  As of this evening dozer-constructed firelines have been completed directly along the burning perimeter on the west, north, and east flanks of the fire. Crews will begin mopping up and securing these areas, while patrolling for spot fires.
Last night and this morning the fire received approximately 1/2 inch of rain which greatly moderated fire behavior. We expect mostly cloudy conditions tonight with scattered showers and thunderstorms. Thunderstorm activity should diminish overnight. With warmer and dryer weather returning Sunday hot spots burning inside the fire have the potential to increase fire behavior. A dry front is possible at mid-week with slight cooling and stronger afternoon breezes.

Safety considerations for this fire include snags, rattle snakes, and power lines. Narrow, wet roads are hazardous for the public and fire traffic.

Cooperators assisting partner agencies ODF, Klamath Falls Resource Area Lakeview District BLM, Green Diamond Resource Company and the Klamath County Fire Chief.

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