The I-5 MM 57 NB Fire remains at 8% containment, and firefighters have successfully held the blaze at 100 acres following overnight work.
The Oregon Department of Forestry's latest update reports crews strengthened control lines with a double mop up depth of about 200 feet. Strong progress was made knocking down remaining hotspots ahead of today’s Red Flag conditions, including gusty winds and low humidity.
Today's efforts are focused on keeping the fire secure within established containment lines while mop-up on steep terrain continues. Resources assigned to the fire include eight 20-person hand crews, five Type 6 engines, two Type 3 engines, three water tenders, one dozer, three skid units, one falling module, and a reconnaissance flight, with additional aircraft available as needed.
A Temporary Flight Restriction remains in effect over the fire area to provide a safe environment for firefighting aircraft. Firefighters will also be working along Interstate 5 throughout the day. Use extra caution when traveling through the area to help keep both firefighters and the public safe.
A Level 2: BE SET Evacuation Warning remains in effect for Zones GRA-022, GRA-034, GRA-036, and JCU-422-B. A Level 1: BE READY Evacuation Order for Zone JCU-422-C is still in effect.
