INCIDENT UPDATED 11/4/2010
Approximate Location
47.619 latitude, -123.298 longitude
Incident Overview
The Hopper fire was ignited on August 5, 2010 by a lightning strike. Fire activity increased on August 13th when area temperatures increased and humidity decreased. Officials managed the fire as a benefit to natural resources, monitoring fire activity and size through twice-weekly aircraft overflights and backcountry personnel in the Staircase area. The Hopper fire burned approximately 385 acres and was declared out on 10/14/10 after several heavy rainstorms followed by winter snowfall over the area.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
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| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Thursday August 05th, 2010 approx. 03:00 PM |
| Location | 16 miles NW of Hoodsport, WA |
| Incident Commander | Larry Nickey |
Current Situation
| Size | 385 acres |
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| Percent Contained | 15% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Friday October 15th, 2010 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Fuels Involved | 10 Timber (liter and understory) |
Outlook
| Remarks | Fire was declared out on 10/14/10 after several heavy rainstorms, followed by winter snowfall over the area. Final fire size was 385 acres. |
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