Cutoff Fire morning update for Tuesday, June 22

Oregon Department of Forestry IMT 1, Joe Hessel, Incident Commander

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Fire lines hold despite high winds overnight

BONANZA, Ore.— High winds kept firefighters on the southern and western flanks of the Cutoff Fire busy overnight. Crews battled spot fires, strong winds and dry fuels to prevent additional fire spread. Their hard work paid off—the fire stayed within the existing control lines with no net gain in acres burned. Today, firefighters will concentrate on strengthening fire lines and cooling hot spots. At least three-quarters of the fire’s 1,150-acre perimeter has been lined. Containment has risen to 12 percent.

ODF Incident Management Team 1 will hold a community meeting on the fire today, June 22 at 7 p.m. The public is invited to join us at Bonanza Big Springs Park, 300 Main Street in Bonanza. A live stream will be available via Facebook Live. In the case of severe weather, please join us on the Facebook page for the virtual presentation at (https://www.facebook.com/CutoffFire2021).

Incident Commander Joe Hessel said, “Yesterday and last night were pivotal to keeping this fire in its footprint. Firefighters worked hard in extremely hot weather to keep winds from spreading the fire beyond our control lines.”

Evacuation levels were lowered Monday, allowing residents to return. However, hazards remain near the fire including possible down powerlines, fire-damaged trees, stump holes and other hazards. Roads in the fire area are limited to use by emergency vehicles and residents. Klamath County Sheriff’s Office is continuing patrols in the area.

A Level 2 (GET SET) evacuation remains in effect for the area east of Bly Mountain Cutoff Road, between Jaguar Lane/Racoon Lane and Spaniel Lane/ Crocodile Lane, west of Thrasher Drive. A Level 1 (GET READY) evacuation notice is in place for other areas. Damage assessment teams will be at the fire today evaluating structural impacts.