Approximate Location
Incident Overview
THIS IS THE FINAL UPDATE
Yesterday evening the fire was transitioned from a Type 3 to a Type 4 organization.
A soaking rain passed over the fire area this afternoon. Crews were pulled off the area as rain and wind could have caused safety issues. The fire area is estimated at 755 acres and is listed as 100% contained. Interior smoldering and some burning continues although fire lines are in place and hazards have been removed close to the fire line. Please do not enter the fire area. Some rehabilitation work has begun.
Beginning August 25th, the Bear Gulch Fire Information phone number will no longer be in service. For information related to this fire, please call the Townsend Ranger District Office at 406-266-3425.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Under Investigation |
| Date of Origin | Monday August 18th, 2008 approx. 02:00 PM |
| Location | 12 miles east of Townsend, N of Hwy 12 |
| Incident Commander | Owen Johnson |
Current Situation
| Size | 755 acres |
|---|---|
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Sunday August 24th, 2008 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Fuels Involved | Timber (grass and understory) |
| Fire Behavior | Smoldering within interior pockets of fuel and burning stumpholes. |
| Significant Events | Fire is 100% contained. 100% mopup on all spots within 120 feet of fireline. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | A soaking rain with winds forced crews off the fire area this afternoon. Firefighter safety was the main concern. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | low |
| Terrain Difficulty | low |
Current Weather
| Wind Conditions | 25-30 mph SW |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 55 degrees |
| Humidity | 55% |
