Approximate Location
Incident Overview
The Hill Fire is now at 100% containment. I-15 is currently open in both directions, but lanes may close periodically leading to some traffic congestion.
All human and animal shelters are now closed. For assistance from the American Red Cross, call (855) 891-7325. For assistance from County Animal Control, call (800) 472-5609.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Under Investigation |
| Date of Origin | Friday September 02nd, 2011 approx. 12:43 PM |
| Location | Cajon Pass, south of Oak Hills |
| Incident Commander | Chambers |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 95 |
|---|---|
| Size | 1,158 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Fuels Involved | Chaparral, pinyon-juniper woodland and grass. |
| Fire Behavior | Fire behavior has subsided. Smoldering and several large dust devils over the fire have been observed. |
| Significant Events | I-15 is open in both directions but lane(s) may be closed and traffic may still be congested at times. ******Mandatory evacuations were lifted at 2 PM Saturday. Only residents will be allowed in the evacuation area and must show proof of residency, such as a driver license with a physical address or a utility bill. PO Boxes will not be accepted as proof.******* |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Mop up of the interior burn areas continues. Releasing of resources will continue. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | Low |
| Terrain Difficulty | Low |
| Remarks | On Friday one firefighter was evacuated out for a medical emergency and a second firefighter suffered heat exhaustion. |
Current Weather
| Wind Conditions | 8-12 mph S |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 91 degrees |
| Humidity | 15% |
