Aug. 13, 2015
Fire investigators working on
the Stouts Creek Fire have determined that the fire was human caused and
appears to be related to an individual mowing grass. Fire officials say
that the responsible party was allegedly in violation of a Regulated Use Closure because
they were mowing after the shutdown time when the fire occurred.
Because of the violation, the individual may be liable for fire suppression
costs and damages resulting from the fire.
Fire officials with Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) want
to remind everyone to know and follow the current fire restrictions which are
in effect on the Douglas District.
to remind everyone to know and follow the current fire restrictions which are
in effect on the Douglas District.
To date, the Stouts Creek
Fire has burned 23,841 acres and suppression costs have reached $22.4 million.
Fire has burned 23,841 acres and suppression costs have reached $22.4 million.
For more information about
public or industrial restrictions currently in effect on the Douglas District,
visit www.dfpa.net or call the 24-hour information line at 541-672-0379.
public or industrial restrictions currently in effect on the Douglas District,
visit www.dfpa.net or call the 24-hour information line at 541-672-0379.
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News contact:
Kyle Reed
Fire Prevention
Specialist
Specialist
Douglas Forest
Protective Association
Office: (541)
672-6507 ext. 136
Cell: (541)
817-7186