INCIDENT UPDATED 3/7/2011
Approximate Location
38.808 latitude, -78.194 longitude
Incident Overview
Friday, March 4, 2011
The Smith Run Fire in Shenandoah National Park is controlled.
Monday, February 28, 2011
The Smith Run Fire in Shenandoah National Park is now contained. The closures associated with the fire have been lifted.
There were no accidents or injuries during the fire which began on private property just west of the park and moved quickly up the mountainside on Saturday, February 19. Local media on both sides of the park have followed up their coverage with stories on homeowner preparedness and firewise practices.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Human. Improperly Disposed Of Ashes From A Woodstove. |
| Date of Origin | Saturday February 19th, 2011 approx. 10:00 AM |
| Location | Browntown, Warren Co., Virginia |
| Incident Commander | Don Savedge |
Current Situation
| Size | 1,712 acres |
|---|---|
| Percent Contained | 100% |
