INCIDENT UPDATED 6/2/2008
This incident is 100% contained.
Summary
The burn went well. The largest prescribed fire in Shenandoah National Park treated 282 acres towards helping oaks and table mountain pine to thrive. Fire crept on the ground, burst out in bushes and torched entire pine trees. Flames cleared out some seedbeds and opened up sections of the canopy, which should be especially good for the Appalachian native, table mountain pine.Basic Information
| Incident Type | Prescribed Fire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Planned - Prescribed Fire |
| Date of Origin | Wednesday May 07th, 2008 aprox 10:30 AM |
| Location | Near milepost 85 along the Skyline Drive in the southern third of Shenandoah National Park. |
| Incident Commander | Bruce Miller/ Don Savedge |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 60 |
|---|---|
| Size | 282 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Wednesday May 07th, 2008 aprox 10:30 AM |
| Fuels Involved | Leaf litter, brush, above ground portions of shrubs, pines. |
| Fire Behavior | Creeping, torching of brush and pines. Fast, brief uphill runs from the Drive. Some spotting along the Appalachian Trail. A 5 acre spot fire across the Drive. |
| Significant Events | Not available |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Not available |
|---|---|
| Remarks | Not available |
Weather
| Current Wind Conditions | Not available |
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| Current Temperature | Not available |
| Current Humidity | Not available |
