INCIDENT UPDATED 3/17/2008
This incident is 100% contained.
Summary
The Wells Fire is located 3 miles south of New Salem, Texas.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildland Fire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Human |
| Date of Origin | 03/14/2008 at 1627 hrs. |
| Location | 3 miles S. of New Salem, TX |
| Incident Commander | Hannemann/ Abernathy |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | Not available |
|---|---|
| Size | 260 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | 03/16/2008 at hrs. |
| Fuels Involved | Fuel Model 3 Tall Grass (2.5 Feet) Fuel Model 5 |
| Fire Behavior | Low fuel moistures continue to be a concern due to their contribution to very active fire behavior. |
| Significant Events | Not available |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Continue line construction, patrol and mopup. |
|---|---|
| Projected Movement | Wind driven fire, moving to the east |
| Growth Potential | Low |
| Terrain Difficulty | Low |
| Remarks | Contained |
Weather
| Current Wind Conditions | Not available |
|---|---|
| Current Temperature | Not available |
| Current Humidity | Not available |
