Wesley Fire Update, October 15, 2012
Incident: Wesley Wildfire
Released: 10/16/2012
Date: October 15, 2012
Contact: Wesley Fire Information 208-634-0784 www.inciweb.org
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Wesley Fire Update
Fire Statistics
Start Date: September 9, 2012
Size: 16,010 acres
Lightning Caused
Contained: 50%
Cost: $14,764,546
Injuries to Date: 2
Number of helicopters: 0
Number of Engines: 0
Number of crews: 0
Number of personnel: 1
Structures Lost: 0
Out Buildings Lost : 0
The Wesley Fire has grown to 16,010 acres with 50% containment. The fire area has received significant precipitation and more rain is forecasted. The northwest portion of the fire is still burning in the Lake Fork Creek and Rapid River drainages. This area will continue to smolder but very little fire spread is expected. The northwest quarter of the fire is unstaffed by fire crews due to steep, remote, hazardous topography and will be monitored if fuels begin to dry. Good containment lines are established on the east and south ends of the fire.
The Fire Area Closure Order has been lifted. Please use caution if entering the fire area. Potential hazards include falling trees, rolling rocks and debris, and occasional flare ups if fuels dry out. Forest visitors may continue to see smoke from burning logs and duff over the next several days; little to no fire spread is expected. An updated map of the fire perimeter can be found on inciweb.org.
This will be the last update unless there is significant change in fire behavior.
For updated fire information and maps go to inciweb.org or call the Payette National Forest Public Affairs Officer at 208-634-0784.
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