July 13 Forwarded Larch Creek Fire Update PSA from Wasco County
July 13 Forwarded Larch Creek Fire Morning Update PSA from Wasco County
Día de Oportunidad en el Incendio Larch Creek
July 13 Forwarded Larch Creek Fire Morning Update PSA from Wasco County
This is a forwarded press release from Wasco County
Larch Creek Fire, July 13 Morning Update
Estimated Size: 14,267 acres
Containment: 3%
Cause: Human Caused
Estimated Cost: $6,200,000
Total Personnel: 787
Hand Crews: 23
Engines: 61
Water Tenders: 16
Dozers: 12
Helicopters: 10
A Day of Opportunity on Larch Creek Fire
Dufur, Ore. – Fire managers report further progress across the Larch Creek Fire this morning. Overnight, crews undertook mop-up and patrolled around much of the north and east, where lines were reinforced up to 100 feet deep in some locations. On the southwest portion of the fire, firefighters established dozer lines up to the Tygh Creek drainage. They also mopped up around homes where the fire had been active.
Today offers crews the opportunity to “tie together” the established dozer line in the southwest corner with hand-built line through the Tygh Creek drainage and solidify these significant gains before gusty winds are expected to return tomorrow. A fire weather watch is forecast for the east side of the fire beginning on Sunday. Winds continue to be the primary factor in rapid fire spread. Fuels remain extremely dry and receptive to burning. Tall grasses, brush, and dead timber are primed to contribute to active fire behavior as winds increase.
Given these conditions, the public is reminded to be aware and exercise precautions to prevent the start of new fires. Fire restrictions are now in effect on the nearby Mt. Hood National Forest. All campfires and any other open fires are prohibited under a Forest Order, including developed campgrounds. For more information, visit: https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/mthood/fire
There will be a public meeting tonight at 7:00 pm at South Wasco County Grade School Gymnasium, 308 Deschutes Ave., Maupin, OR. Spanish language interpretation will be available. This meeting is in-person with no livestreaming option.
Evacuations remain in effect. Updated evacuation information is available at: https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff
Evacuation shelters: Two shelters are available at South Wasco County Grade School (309 Deschutes Ave. in Maupin) and Wy'East Middle School (3000 Wy'East Rd, Hood River). Residents evacuating from Pine Hollow, Wamic, and Sportsman’s Park should travel to the west and use the shelter at Wy’East Middle School. The livestock shelter is located adjacent to the Wy’East Middle School at the Hood River Fairgrounds (3020 Wy'East Rd, Hood River).
