Unified Command:
Oregon Department of Forestry Incident Management Team 2
Information Contact:
541-943-3513
Winter Fire Update
Winter Fire Calms Down
The Winter Fire was kept within its lines yesterday and last night.
“We’ve finally turned the corner on this fire,” said Russ Lane, Operations Chief, as the team began to implement a rehabilitation plan that included water-barring fire trails and taking other actions that will help reduce erosion when the rain comes in the fall.
“This doesn’t mean we’re entirely out of the woods,” said Mair. “There were spots outside the lines on nearby fires yesterday that grew to several acres in size. That could happen here, too, so we’ve gotta stay vigilant.”
Crews are being rotated through a mandated rest-period to help renew their energy and perhaps prepare them for assignments to other fires. Although there is much work remaining to be done on the Winter Fire, some of the firefighters may be needed elsewhere in the region.
The firefighters will be backed up by a full complement of aircraft today as they work toward full containment of the fire. Six helicopters will be operating, and single engine air tankers will be available if needed. 1490 personnel are assigned to the Winter Fire, including 468 from the National Guard.
The fire is 85% contained today, and full containment is expected by Tuesday, July 30th.
The City of
Resources
Currently Assigned To the Winter Fire
Hand Crews
|
44 |
|
Engines |
40 |
|
Helicopters |
9 |
|
Dozers |
15 |
|
Water Tenders |
17 |
|
Total Personnel |
1,490 |
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