8/92021 Bull Complex (formerly Janus Complex) Fire Update

Bull Complex (formerly Janus Complex) Wildfire

Yesterday firefighters continued line construction line along Forest Road 4696 south of the Janus Fire. On the east side of the complex, firefighters patrolled the Round Lake and Ogre Creek Fires and then worked to construct line along Forest Road 6370. Two dozers are assisting with line construction. During this work, lookouts are posted to monitor the fire’s behavior as part of safety operations. Round Lake and Ogre Creek are 100% contained with crews checking for isolated heat each day.

While relative humidity increased during the past couple days on the fires, no measurable precipitation fell on the fires. Temperatures are increasing over the next few days and may reach 100F on the fire by Wednesday. Monday’s winds may shift to a more easterly flow but should remain light.

Communities south of the fires may be getting some added smoke from two holdover fires within last year’s Lionshead Fire. Firefighters have assessed them and are monitoring the fires closely. Holdover fire is not uncommon on large fires. Stumps or large logs can hold heat over the winter and rekindle when conditions dry.