Fire Fighters Closing in on Containment
Incident: Hidden Wildfire
Released: 9/27/2008
Firefighters Closing in on Containment of the Hidden Fire
Friday's operations along the northwest and western flanks strengthened the holding lines on the Hidden Fire. As the fuels that are adjacent to the line burnout and cool the possibility of spot fires will diminish. The fire is 94% contained and full containment is anticipated by September 30, 2008.
The fire is visible from nearby communities including Three Rivers, Lemon Cove, and Badger.
Smoke may be present in some areas within the park. In order to minimize impacts from smoke please:
· Close windows, especially at night when air tends to settle.
· Use the recirculation option in your car to prevent smoke from entering the vehicle.
· Avoid prolonged exertion in heavy smoke especially if you are sensitive to smoke impact.
In order to provide for public safety, Crystal Cave, the Crystal Cave Road, and the trail to the Muir Grove (trailhead located at Dorst Campground) remain closed until further notice. The Colony Mill Road has an advisory posted at the North Fork Drive trailhead advising that the road will be closed ahead because of fire danger.
The Hidden Fire Information phone number is (559) 565-3117. For information on the internet go to www.nps.gov/seki/fire/fireinfo/current.htm
