Approximate Location
Incident Overview
The Canal Creek Fire is located approximately eight air miles southwest of Detroit, OR, and 21 miles northeast of Sweet Home. It has burned in a late successional reserve with large, heavy fuels on steep slopes. A Type 3 Team led by John Poet is managing the fire. Two crews remain on hand to mop-up, patrol and rehabilitate fireline as needed. Helicopters are available on call if necessary. Warm and dry weather has returned this week. Road and area closures to protect public and firefighter safety are in place. Quartzville Road (#11) and Kinney Creek Road (#2212) are open. The Kinney Creek arm of Detroit Reservoir is now unrestricted.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Under Investigation |
| Date of Origin | Wednesday August 26th, 2009 approx. 05:30 PM |
| Location | 8 air miles SW of Detroit, OR |
| Incident Commander | Jason Mcgovern |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 5 |
|---|---|
| Size | 283 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Friday September 25th, 2009 approx. 05:30 PM |
| Fuels Involved | Model 10 Timber (litter and understory). Heavy dead and downed fuel in decadent old growth Douglas-fir stand |
| Fire Behavior | Mostly creeping and smoldering ground-fire. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Patrol firelines and monitor the fire. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | Low |
| Terrain Difficulty | Extreme |
Current Weather
| Wind Conditions | 10 mph E |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 85 degrees |
| Humidity | 20% |
