Trigo Fire May 3, 2008 8 AM
Incident: Trigo Fire Wildland Fire
Released: 5/3/2008
May 3, 2008 8 a.m. Winds will be favorable for firefighting efforts, however the terrain will continue to dominate the direction of the wind. The north and west side of the fire located in extremely rough terrain with heavy bug killed fuels is still a concern and will continue to be a priority location for firefighters. Additionally firefighters and heavy equipment will continue to focus on areas with urban interface implications. Air operations will continue today as winds allow: air tankers are available, 2 air attack platforms, 2 Type 1 Helicopters, 2 Type 3 Helicopters, and 1 Type 2 Helicopter.
Torrance County Sheriff's Department will continue to assess damage today. Currently it appears less than one hundred homes were damaged. As there is active fire still in the area the threat for damage still remains. There is a strong law enforcement presence and no looting is occurring.
Torrance County Emergency Management will be holding daily updates at 1 p.m. in the Estancia Community Center until evacuees have returned home. The Torrance County Emergency Information number concerning Evacuations and Road closures is 384-9634.
