INCIDENT UPDATED 2/3/2010
Approximate Location
32.374 latitude, -90.874 longitude
Incident Overview
On 01/12/2010 at 1230 hours, the Natchez Trace Parkway Fire Crew conducted a prescribed burn at the Vicksburg National Military Park in Vicksburg, MS. The prescribed burn was conducted in the Fort Hill area of the park and consisted on four acres in size.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Prescribed Fire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Prescribed Burn |
| Date of Origin | Tuesday January 12th, 2010 approx. 12:30 PM |
| Location | Vicksburg NHP |
| Incident Commander | Shawn Nagle |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 14 |
|---|---|
| Size | 4 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Tuesday January 12th, 2010 approx. 01:00 PM |
| Fuels Involved | Timber litter and understory, light slash |
| Fire Behavior | Creeping |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Hand ignition, Back firing |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | None |
| Terrain Difficulty | Slope 0-25% |
| Remarks | Burn Objectives -> Reduction of Natural fuels, 2 type 6 engines, 2 UTVs, 1 ATV |
Current Weather
| Wind Conditions | 4 mph W |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 42 degrees |
