MERLIN, Ore. – Crews from the Oregon National Guard joined firefighting efforts on the Garner Complex yesterday, adding much needed capacity. The added workforce has helped firefighters reach 75% containment.
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| Above: Work days begin early at the Garner Complex in southern Oregon, where crews continue mopping up inside control lines. |
Fire crews are mopping up and working to strengthen control lines. More than 1,400 personnel were still engaged on the Complex as of yesterday.
Most of the hot spots have been mopped up 200-300 feet inside the perimeter. Smoke may be visible deep in the interior of the fire. Personnel are checking on all of the fires regularly. About 70 people attended a community meeting about the fire last night in Wimer.
Size of fires in the Garner Complex
Grave Creek – 816
Pleasant Creek – 6
Spencer Creek – 8
King Mountain –