BONANZA, Ore. – Fire crews continue working to strengthen the fireline and expanding mop-up into the interior of the fire. Ignition of unburned fuels near the perimeter of the fire continue to ignite, blowing embers outside the control line. Firefighters have been able to quickly address these spot fires, getting them lined and extinguishing all heat. Firefighters will be using strategic firing operations as conditions allow to reduce the unburned fuels within the fire perimeter.
Crews and resources from the Elk Fire supported initial attack efforts in the local area overnight. Today’s weather will continue to test fire control lines, with high temperatures, reduced humidity and increasing afternoon winds.
Today, efforts will focus on extending hoselays, getting water to more areas of the fire and tightening the fireline to the fire’s edge. Firefighters will also be patrolling in the southwestern part of the fire monitoring for any heat or flames.
The size of the fire has been reduced based on better mapping of the fire perimeter and information gathering from firefighters.
The Klamath County Sheriff has implemented evacuations around the fire. For the latest evacuation information, please visit: https://protect.genasys.com/search
A temporary flight restriction remains in place Federal Aviation Administration – Graphic TFRs.