Crews on the Kelsey Peak Fire completed control lines along the eastern edge of the fire and will transition to mop-up operations today.
These operations will help firefighters secure the perimeter. Crews will use infrared maps to focus work on hot spots adjacent to the control line. Aircraft will be supporting operations today as needed. Fire behavior is expected to increase through Saturday as temperatures warm and fuels begin to dry out.
Oregon Department of Forestry’s Complex Incident Management Team 1 continues to focus on minimizing impacts of the Kelsey Peak Fire on the Lower Rogue River corridor, surrounding historic and private structures, cultural and environmental resources, and communities near the fire.
The Rogue River remains open for permitted boaters near the Kelsey Peak Fire. Firefighting activities may cause delays; boaters are encouraged to use caution on this part of the river.
The Rogue River Trail is closed from Horseshoe Bend to Flora Dell. A temporary closure of a portion of the Grave Creek to Marial Backcountry Byway is still in effect.
The Curry County Sheriff’s Office Level 2 – BE SET evacuation notice for the area of Rogue River Ranch, Tucker Flat Campground and the nearby area of Marial remains in place. The Josephine County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management has a Level 1 – BE READY evacuation not
