Double Creek Fire
As the cold front approached yesterday, winds were gusty and erratic. Late afternoon winds reached 50 mph and led to extreme fire behavior, as the fire spread on Grizzly, Haas, Sleepy, and Windy Ridges, gaining more than 30,000 acres.
Firefighters conducted tactical firing operations from Imnaha north along the river corridor. Structure defense took place in the Lightning and Horse Creek drainages and other structures north of the fire. Firefighters conducted firing operations and protected structures from Freezeout Road south to Balter Creek on the south side of the fire.
Today, firefighters and OSFM task forces continue to secure the community of Imnaha and areas north of the fire, keep the fire east of the Imnaha River and securing structures south of the fire. They continue to assess structures along the Snake River.
Community meeting tonight: There is a community meeting tonight at 6 p.m. at the Joseph Event Center (102 E First, Joseph) and will also be streamed live on Facebook.
Double Creek Fire acres burned: 100,977
Containment: 0%
Personnel assigned: 553
Evacuation info: Wallowa County Sheriff’s Office
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Sturgill Fire
Fire behavior was moderated somewhat compared to the previous day, resulting in minimal fire growth. Firefighters continue structure protection preparations along the Minam River. Work to construct a fire break between Lostine and Bear Creek continues today. OSFM resources continue to maintain and improve structure protection preparations for values near the fire.
Sturgill Fire acres burned: 17,640
Containment: 0%
Personnel assigned: 112
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Office hours: 8 a.m. – 8 p.m.
541-216-4579
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