Boise NF Fire Update 8-22-07
Incident: Cascade Complex Wildland Fire
Released: 8/22/2007
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United States
Department of
Agriculture
Boise National Forest
1249 S. Vinnell Way
Suite 200
Boise, Idaho 83709
208-373-4100
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Boise NF Fire Info Center: 208-384-3266
Wednesday morning, August 22, 2007 Websites: www.fs.fed.us/idahofires
www.inciweb.org
Rain Not Enough To End Fires
Boise, ID - The welcome precipitation received over the past 2 days is being described as a "season slowing event" that has temporarily moderated fire activity on the Boise National Forest. However, the forecast for the next three to five days calls for a warming, drying trend that will continue to challenge firefighter efforts. Additionally, gusty winds are anticipated this Saturday that have the potential to cause erratic fire behavior and spot fires.
The former Landmark Complex and the former Cascade Complex on the Forest have now been restructured and combined. The new Cascade Complex consists of the Monumental and Riordan Fires.
Cascade Complex (2 fires)
Monumental Fire - 163,941 acres, 11% contained
The fire is smoldering after receiving light rain. The fire will continue to spread north and east towards the Middle Fork of the Salmon River. Warm Lake Road remains closed to all non-emergency traffic, and power lines between Scott Valley and Yellow Pine are shut down. For power outage information, contact Idaho Power: 1-800-488-6151. Resources: 938 personnel, 28 crews, 5 aircraft, 38 engines.
Riordan Fire - 47,270 acres, 15% contained
Crews are continuing to improve structure protection around developments in the Yellow Pine and Johnson Creek areas. Lick Creek Road remains closed until further notice to all non-emergency traffic. Evacuations remain in effect for the Yellow Pine and Johnson Creek areas - for information, contact the Valley County Sheriff at 208-382-7150. Resources: 316 personnel, 5 crews, 4 aircraft, 3 engines.
Contact: Cascade Complex Fire Info: 208-382-3202
Middle Fork Complex All fires in this complex are 100% contained and are now managed through the Boise National Forest's Garden Valley Ranger District. Road, trail and fire closures in this area have been lifted. Contact: Garden Valley Ranger District 208-462-3241
Trapper Ridge Wildland Fire Use Minimal fire activity is occurring. Area closures remain in effect and are being re-evaluated daily. Contact: Lowman Ranger District 208-259-3361
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions remain in effect on the Boise National Forest.
Other Central Idaho National Forest Fire Information Offices:
Payette NF: 208-634-0447 Nez-Perce NF: 208-983-5143
Salmon-Challis NF: 208-756-5145 Sawtooth NF (Castle Rock Fire): 208-726-7811
