Approximate Location
Incident Overview
The Mill Creek Fire began on the Hoopa Reservation on Wednesday, October 7, 2009. The fire has been turned back to local units.
The fire has been burning in old grown and timber plantations and as of Tuesday morning (10/13) had burned 2,750 acres. 1 fire crew and 5 engines are still assigned. The terrain is rough and steep, so firefighter safety is paramount.
There are no structures near the fire area.
Percent of containment remains low due to increase in fire growth. Heavy demobilization occurred on Monday due to predicted rain. There are 95 personnel assigned to the fire.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Under Investigation |
| Date of Origin | Wednesday October 07th, 2009 approx. 02:00 PM |
| Location | 7 miles NE of Hoopa |
| Incident Commander | Swartzlander, Risling |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 95 |
|---|---|
| Size | 2,750 acres |
| Percent Contained | 25% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Saturday October 17th, 2009 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Fuels Involved | Old growth timber, timber plantations |
| Fire Behavior | Low activity. Expected gusty winds may become an isssue |
| Significant Events | Continue line construction on the west; hold existing lines |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Patrol, watch for spot flare-ups. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | Low |
| Terrain Difficulty | High difficulty. Very steep terrain. |
| Remarks | Heavy rains expected on fire. Transfer of command back to local unit. Acres split: HIA-1310, SRF-1440 |
Current Weather
| Wind Conditions | 11 - 20 mph S |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 47 degrees |
| Humidity | 72% |
