UMPQUA, Ore. – Firefighters took advantage of the break in the weather to tighten control lines. Clear air allowed for the strategic use of aviation resources to help secure control lines around the complex of fires. Ground crews continued mopping up and tree fallers made progress on removing dangerous snags, which in the fire world are standing damaged, dead, and dying trees that pose a risk to firefighter safety.
Tonight, Oregon Department of Forestry crews will continue line construction for tactical firing operations and mopping up hot spots. High humidity throughout the day prevented ignitions for today’s tactical firing operations. These operations are now scheduled for tomorrow, weather permitting.
Tonight, will see higher humidity at all elevations, which will help limit fire activity. Isolated trace showers are expected to take place tonight between 10 pm – 5 am.
The Oregon State Fire Marshal Red Team was demobilized this afternoon. Additional resources have been allocated to provide structure protection in the same areas.
Poison oak continues to be a hazard in the field. Safety awareness information about this plant is offered in both Spanish and English for all crews. Tecnu and Zanfel, which are different types of washes, are being provided as treatment.
To view the current evacuation information map, go to www.dcso.com/evacuations. To shelter livestock, contact Douglas County Animal Control at 541-440-4471. Companion pets can be sheltered at Saving Grace Pet Adoption Center in Roseburg.