Boise NF Update 09/11
Incident: Cascade Complex Wildland Fire
Released: 9/11/2007
News
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
Tuesday, September 11, 2007 - 10 a.m. Websites: www.fs.fed.us/idahofires
www.inciweb.org
Boise, ID - Gray's Creek Fire Contained
Gray's Creek Fire Update Total: 24,900 acres, 100% contained
Containment of the Gray's Creek Fire was achieved early yesterday evening. To protect public safety, an area closure remains in effect as interior burning continues. Several roads are still closed and staffed roadblocks are in place. Members of the public are advised they will not be allowed to enter the closure area until the fire perimeter is secured and the closure is lifted by the Forest Service.
Chief Parrish Fire Update Total: 3,690 acres, 100% contained
The Chief Parrish Fire (south of Banks) remains at 3,690 acres and is 100% contained. Normal traffic flow has been restored to Highway 55 between Horseshoe Bend and Banks, with two lanes open and no restrictions. The Porter Road closure has been lifted and is no longer restricted for public use. Those traveling Highway 55 are encouraged to use caution as smoke, rolling debris, and crews may still be in the area.
Cascade Complex Update Total: 284,464 acres, 30% contained
The Level 3 Mandatory Evacuation for Yellow Pine, Johnson Creek, and Warm Lake residents remains in place and Warm Lake, South Fork, Landmark, and Lick Creek Roads are closed. Idaho Power hopes to energize power lines in Warm Lake sometime today.
Resources: 848 personnel, 24 crews, 9 aircraft, 45 engines
Contact: Cascade Complex Fire Info: 208-382-3202
For further information on wildland fires in the region, contact the Boise Fire Information Center at 208-384-3266 or visit http://www.inciweb.org/ on the web.
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: 208-737-3200
