6/23/2021 Cutoff Fire Evening Update

 

Cutoff Road Fire P.M. Update 6/23/2021

Cutoff Fire Wildfire
News – 8 hrs. ago

Fire Crews Strengthen Control Lines Ahead of Predicted Heat Wave

 BONANZA, Ore.—More precise mapping now shows the size of the Cutoff Fire as
1,288 acres. Containment has reached 41%. Firefighters have mopped up all around the
fire to a distance of at least 100 feet, and to 150 feet from the edge in some places. Tonight,
a drone carrying infrared heat-detection equipment will fly over the fire's perimeter to identify
areas that are still hot and smoldering. Meanwhile, ground crews will use hand-held infrared
heat detectors to comb over the fire looking for hot spots that need to be mopped up.

The forecast calls for a heat wave in the area moving into the weekend. Temperatures could
reach 100 degrees by Sunday. Fire managers are reminding firefighters to drink lots of water
to avoid dehydration and heat stress.

Evacuation levels remain unchanged at Level 2 or 1 in areas near the fire. Residents are
allowed to come and go from their properties but are asked to be alert to hazards that
remain near burned areas, including heavy fire equipment traffic.

NOTE: This will be the last evening update from the Cutoff Fire.