Incident Overview
The Okanogan Complex was made up of three separate fires occurring in the Methow Valley. Buckhorn, Leecher, and Hunter Fires were all sparked by a lightning storm on Saturday 9/8/12.
Fires on the Okanogan Complex are controlled.
Patrols will continue until there is sufficient moisture in the form of rain or snow.
Please obey all fire restrictions. Grass and vegetation is extremely dry and a spark can ignite a wildfire.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Saturday September 08th, 2012 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Location | Methow Valley Ranger District, Carlton, WA |
| Incident Commander | Chad Bresnahan |
Current Situation
| Size | 6,169 acres |
|---|---|
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Fire Behavior | Fires on the Okanogan Complex are in Control Status. Smoke will continue to be visible well inside the fire perimeter. |
| Significant Events | As of Sunday morning, September 30, 2012, no evacuation orders were in effect for fires on the Okanogan Complex. Remaining resources are continuing rehabilitation work. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Operations include continued supression rehabilitation |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | Low |
| Terrain Difficulty | Extreme |
