8/31/2020 White River Fire Update

  White River Fire Update – Monday, August 31^th, 2020 – 9:00 a.m.

QUICK FACTS – FIRE SUMMARY
Start Date:  8/17/2020	Approx. Size: 15,418 acres	Resources on the Fire:	Cooperating Agencies:
Cause: Lightning	Containment: 10%	17 Crews	Wasco Co. Sheriff
Incident Commander:	Total Personnel: 937	55 Engines	Wasco Co. Emergency Management
Noel Livingston – Pacific Northwest Team 3  Ian Yocum – OSFM Red Team	Approx. Distance:   8 miles from Maupin   7  miles from Tygh Valley	8 Dozers  17 Water Tenders   9 Helicopters	NTSB/FAA

Weather and Fire Behavior:  A weak cold front will pass over the fire area with increased cloud cover bringing higher relative humidity today. Temperatures will remain in the mid-70s. Terrain driven fire activity will continue to push growth, with flanking and short-range spotting expected along the southern perimeter.  

Last 24 hours:  Yesterday was a successful day for firefighters. Along the eastern perimeter, crews and aircraft were able to hold the spread of the fire and are working towards increased containment. Fire managers were able to fly over the fire within White River canyon and identify areas where they have the best opportunity for crews to safely engage and limit the spread out of the canyon allowing crews to establish containment lines in the canyon. To the south heavy equipment and crews worked to connect and secure containment lines.  

Today’s Activities:  A limited burn out operation is planned for today on the southwestern edge of the fire. Burn outs are used to improve and secure control lines by consuming the available fuel between the active fire edge and the control lines with low intensity fire. This operation will be supported by crews, engines, heavy equipment and aircraft. Firefighters, in coordination with the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s team will continue to provide structure protection to the south and east sides of the fire, assessing damage and mitigating threats to property and structures. Crews and heavy equipment will be constructing control lines and improving existing containment lines.    

Oregon State Fire Marshal: Yesterday, the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s resources worked to extinguish hot spots and ensure that fire was kept clear of vulnerable homes. Crews also patrolled along fire lines and supported burnout operations as fire perimeters were reinforced. Thanks to improved weather and the hard work of crews, the danger to structures has diminished significantly. This will allow four of the OSFM task forces to return to their home departments. Two will leave in the morning and two in the afternoon. 

Evacuations:  The Wasco County Sheriff has issued evacuation notices. For the most up-to-date information on the evacuation notices please visit the Wasco County Sheriff Facebook page (www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff) and an interactive map can be found at https://arcg.is/1janHC  

Wasco County residents are encouraged to register for Wasco County Citizen Alert at: https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612392#/login All emergency information including evacuations will be distributed through the citizen alert system. 

FOR ADDITIONAL FIRE INFORMATION:  

Inciweb:  https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7013       

Facebook: www.facebook.com/WhiteRiverFire  

Email:  2020.whiteriver@firenet.gov    

Fire Information: 541-604-8582

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8/30/2020 White River Fire - Updated Evacuation Information

 

White River Fire Update – Sunday, August 30th, 2020  QUICK FACTS – FIRE SUMMARY  Start Date:  8/17/2020  Approx. Size: 14,391 acres  Resources on the Fire:  Cooperating Agencies:  Cause: Lightning  Containment: 10%  18 Crews  Wasco Co. Sheriff  Incident Commander:  Total Personnel: 781  19 Engines  Wasco Co. Emergency Management  Noel Livingston – Pacific Northwest Team 3  Ian Yocum – OSFM Red Team  Approx. Distance:  14 miles from Maupin   7  miles from Tygh Valley   7 Dozers   9 Water Tenders   9 Helicopters   NTSB/FAA

Weather and Fire Behavior:  Temperatures and winds will moderate considerably today. Relative humidity is expected to be between the mid-teens and mid-twenties. Despite the cooler temperatures, extreme drought conditions still exist across the area. Fuels are very dry and the fire is moving quickly through the open grasses and fields. 

Last 24 hours:  The east side of the fire saw significant fire activity both on the north and south corners, beginning early in the morning and continuing throughout the day. The fire followed the White River canyon, burning actively and making runs up and out of the canyon and spotting on the south side of the river. As the fire transitioned into the fine grasses it moved rapidly towards Juniper Flat where crews and engines worked to provide structure protection. Both fixed wing aircraft and helicopters were able to work the north and south sides of the fire, supporting crews on the ground with water and retardant. On the west side of the fire, crews continued to patrol and hold the containment lines on both the north and south edges. Overnight firefighters remained focused on structure protection and monitoring the progress of the fire in White River Canyon. Despite the challenging weather and fire behavior, there have been no structures damaged or lost. 

Today’s Activities:  Firefighters will continue to provide structure protection on both the south and east portions of the fire while also assessing any threats to the values at risk, including residence. If conditions allow, both fixed wing aircraft and helicopters will be working along the fire perimeter.  On the west side of the fire crews will continue line construction, holding and improving containment around the perimeter. Fire managers will be evaluating options for controlling the fire on the south side of the White River corridor, while also continuing to support structure protection along side the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s team.   

Oregon State Fire Marshal: Yesterday, the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Task Forces and our partners were busy protecting structures from fire that in some cases burned right up to the foundations. Firefighters were either able to extinguish the fire or guide it away from the homes. Local volunteer firefighters played a big role in protecting the community. Overnight and tomorrow firefighters will be out again working minimize this fire’s impact. 

Evacuations:  The Wasco County Sheriff has issued the following evacuation notices. Notices are available on the Wasco County Sheriff Facebook page (www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff) and an interactive map can be found at https://arcg.is/1janHC  

Wasco County residents are encouraged to register for Wasco County Citizen Alert at: https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612392#/login All emergency information including evacuations will be distributed through the citizen alert system. 

LEVEL 3 – GO   

All residences on Smock Road west of the intersection of Smock Road and Ayres Road to include all residences on Ayres Road and on Barber Lane and Barlow Road have now been placed on Level 3 GO Evacuation Notice. 

Pine Grove and all of Juniper Flat area to Hwy 197  

LEVEL 2 – GET SET  

The area from Woodcock Rd to Driver Rd to the intersection of Smock and Ayres Rd to include Muller Rd. 

Level 2 Get SET for the area east of HWY 197 to include Old Wapinita to include all of Oak Springs Rd to the Deschutes River 

LEVEL 1 – GET READY 

Sportsman's Park, Pine Hollow, Wamic, all of Tygh Valley to Pine Hollow, west side Hwy 197, to include the beginning of Badge Creek Rd, Fairgrounds Rd to the Intersection of Shadybrook and Fairgrounds Rd going east to Hwy 197, includes Davidson Grade Rd, Tygh valley Rd, Wamic Market Rd and Ross Road. 

City of Maupin West side of the Deschutes to include all roads up to Old Wapinita/ HWY 197 intersection. 

Area Closures:  Forest closure exists on the Mt. Hood National Forest. For updated forest closures associated with the White River Fire, including road, trail and recreation sites please check: www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mthood/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5191108&width=full  

8/30/2020 White River Fire Update & Map

QUICK FACTS – FIRE SUMMARY
Start Date:  8/17/2020	Approx. Size: 14,391 acres	Resources on the Fire:	Cooperating Agencies:
Cause: Lightning	Containment: 10%	18 Crews	Wasco Co. Sheriff
Incident Commander:	Total Personnel: 781	19 Engines	Wasco Co. Emergency Management
Noel Livingston – Pacific NW Team 3  Ian Yocum – OSFM Red Team	Approx. Distance:  14 miles from Maupin   7  miles from Tygh Valley	7 Dozers   9 Water Tenders   9 Helicopters	NTSB/FAA

 White River Fire Update – Sunday, August 30^th, 2020

Weather and Fire Behavior:  Temperatures and winds will moderate considerably today. Relative humidity is expected to be between the mid-teens and mid-twenties. Despite the cooler temperatures, extreme drought conditions still exist across the area. Fuels are very dry and the fire is moving quickly through the open grasses and fields. 

Last 24 hours:  The east side of the fire saw significant fire activity both on the north and south corners, beginning early in the morning and continuing throughout the day. The fire followed the White River canyon, burning actively and making runs up and out of the canyon and spotting on the south side of the river. As the fire transitioned into the fine grasses it moved rapidly towards Juniper Flat where crews and engines worked to provide structure protection. Both fixed wing aircraft and helicopters were able to work the north and south sides of the fire, supporting crews on the ground with water and retardant. On the west side of the fire, crews continued to patrol and hold the containment lines on both the north and south edges. Overnight firefighters remained focused on structure protection and monitoring the progress of the fire in White River Canyon. Despite the challenging weather and fire behavior, there have been no structures damaged or lost. 

Today’s Activities:  Firefighters will continue to provide structure protection on both the south and east portions of the fire while also assessing any threats to the values at risk, including residence. If conditions allow, both fixed wing aircraft and helicopters will be working along the fire perimeter.  On the west side of the fire crews will continue line construction, holding and improving containment around the perimeter. Fire managers will be evaluating options for controlling the fire on the south side of the White River corridor, while also continuing to support structure protection along side the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s team.   

Oregon State Fire Marshal: Yesterday, the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Task Forces and our partners were busy protecting structures from fire that in some cases burned right up to the foundations. Firefighters were either able to extinguish the fire or guide it away from the homes. Local volunteer firefighters played a big role in protecting the community. Overnight and tomorrow firefighters will be out again working minimize this fire’s impact. 

 

Evacuations:  The Wasco County Sheriff has issued the following evacuation notices. Notices are available on the Wasco County Sheriff Facebook page (www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff) and an interactive map can be found at https://arcg.is/1janHC  

Wasco County residents are encouraged to register for Wasco County Citizen Alert at: https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085612392#/login All emergency information including evacuations will be distributed through the citizen alert system. 

LEVEL 3 – GO   

All of Juniper Flats out to Hwy 197. 

All residences on Smock Road west of the intersection of Smock Road and Ayres Road including all residences on Barber Lane and Barlow Road. EVACUATE NOW. 

North of Victor Road, Claymier Road Old Wapinita Road and Paulson Road to the intersection of Paulson and Victor Road. 

The area east from Bear Springs Ranger Station along Hwy 216 through Pine Grove to the intersection of Endersby Road and Hwy 216. Area includes all of Endersby Road, Linns Mill Road, Kelly Springs Road, and the community of Pine Grove. EVACUATE NOW.  

LEVEL 2 – GET SET  

Areas east of Hwy 197 including Old Wapinita Road and all of Oak Springs Road to the Deschutes River. 

The area from Woodcock Road to Driver Road and to the intersection of Smock and Ayres Road, including Muller Road. 

East of Wapinita Road. Reservation Road intersection to Old Wapinita Road. Kelly Cutoff intersection to include Victor Road to Juniper Flat Road to the area of Juniper Flat. Old Wapinita Road intersection to Hwy 197, along Natural Pasture Road to East Wapinita Road and Reservation Road intersection. This includes all residences along Hwy 216. 

LEVEL 1 – GET READY 

Tygh Valley to Pine Hollow, west side of Hwy 197 to include the beginning of Badge Creek Road. Fairgrounds Road to the intersection of Shadybrook and Fairgrounds going east to Hwy 197, including Davidson Grade Road, Tygh Valley Road, Wamic Market Road and Ross Road. 

City of Maupin, west of the Deschutes River to include all roads up to Old Wapinita and Hwy 197 intersection. 

The area of Pine Hollow and Wamic to include Price Road and the Price Road, Ross Road intersection. White River Road, Dodson Road and 3 Mile Road. 

Area Closures:  Forest closure exists on the Mt. Hood National Forest. For updated forest closures associated with the White River Fire, including road, trail and recreation sites please check: www.fs.usda.gov/detailfull/mthood/alerts-notices/?cid=stelprdb5191108&width=full 

 

 

 

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