NOTE: This will be a twice daily collaborative update, with all known information from all agencies involved in the Two Bulls Fire.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE,
June 9, 2014
10:00am
Current Fire Information
Good progress was made both yesterday during the day and night with firefighters taking advantage of some calmer weather conditions. The priority of securing fireline around the eastern and southern portions of the fire was met and it is anticipated that hose lines will be put into place along that line by the end of today with some mop-up activities commencing there. Some of the available crews from the east flank divisions were reassigned to the western flank of the fire today to help in securing fireline on that portion. Structure protection task forces mobilized under the Oregon State Conflagration Act continue to work around the threatened structures and have contingency plans in place to help protect the watershed facilities if the fire jumps containment lines.
Current Fire Information
Good progress was made both yesterday during the day and night with firefighters taking advantage of some calmer weather conditions. The priority of securing fireline around the eastern and southern portions of the fire was met and it is anticipated that hose lines will be put into place along that line by the end of today with some mop-up activities commencing there. Some of the available crews from the east flank divisions were reassigned to the western flank of the fire today to help in securing fireline on that portion. Structure protection task forces mobilized under the Oregon State Conflagration Act continue to work around the threatened structures and have contingency plans in place to help protect the watershed facilities if the fire jumps containment lines.
Dry weather conditions will continue to keep
temperatures in the upper 70’s and lower 80’s and relative humidity dipping
below 20%. The main concern for today will be hold the lines on the southern
portion of the fire and out of the City of Bend’s watershed, as winds are
forecasted to get gusty from the northwest at 10-18 mph in the afternoon as a
weak upper level disturbance moves over the area.
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6,800 acres consisting of heavy brush and
timber
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50 remaining under Level III Evacuation
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No structures lost or damaged
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No injuries
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Cause under investigation
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5% containment
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11 helicopters, 46 engines, 11 dozers, and 708 personnel
assigned to the fire
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Estimated costs to date- $1.23 million
Public Information Meeting
An informational meeting open to all public and media will be held Monday evening at 6:00 pm at Bend High School, located at 230 NE 6th St in Bend. Fire representatives will give a current and expected fire briefing and will be available to address questions and concerns.
An informational meeting open to all public and media will be held Monday evening at 6:00 pm at Bend High School, located at 230 NE 6th St in Bend. Fire representatives will give a current and expected fire briefing and will be available to address questions and concerns.
Evacuation Information
Last night the Sheriff’s Office changed the evacuation notice of
the Saddleback Subdivision/Johnson Road area from Level III to Level II.
THIS IS FOR RESIDENTS ONLY. Proof of residency is required at the
Sheriff’s Office Road Blocks. Sheriff’s Office deputies will continue to
patrol these areas.
We highly recommend residents continue to avoid the area,
however if they choose to return we recommend they leave their livestock where
it is boarded. If residents choose to return we are encouraging them to
be very cautious as there will be firefighting equipment working in the
area. If fire conditions change residents should be prepared to leave
immediately.
The Level II and Level I Evacuation notices ARE STILL IN
EFFECT.
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The Level II notice is
for residents in the area located south of Shevlin Park Road, west of Mt.
Washington Drive, and north of Century Drive.
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The Level I notice is
for residents in the remainder of Northwest Crossing (east of Mt. Washington
Drive), and the area that includes residents north of Shevlin Park and west of
Mt. Washington Drive.
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The Level III
Evacuation Notice for Skyliners Road residents outside the City of Bend is the
only Level III notice still in effect.
Watershed Information
As of Monday, the Two Bulls Fire is not in the Bridge Creek watershed or
jeopardizing the Outback facilities. The facilities are not in the path of the
fire. The southern flank of the fire is strong right now.
Red Cross Information
The American Red Cross Cascades Region shelter location is the
High Desert Middle School, located at 61111 27TH St. in Bend. People affected
by the wildfire are welcome to visit the Red Cross shelter for information or a
place to stay. Volunteers and staff are available to provide snacks, water, and
access to health and disaster mental health services. Red Cross information can also be obtained by calling 541-382-2142.
The outbreak of the Two Bulls Fire west of Bend has caused some
area residents to evacuate their homes. Today's conditions may require further
evacuations. The American Red Cross offers these tips to be prepared for such
activity.
- Back your car into the garage or driveway to leave on a moment’s notice
- Put an emergency preparedness kit in your vehicle; be sure to include items such as prescription medications
- Confine pets to one room so that you can find them quickly if you need to leave
- Choose a route away from the fire but watch for changes in the speed and direction of fire and smoke
- Leave natural gas on, unless local officials advise otherwise
- Turn off propane gas service valves
- Listen to local radio or television and follow the instructions of local emergency officials
These tips, and other important wildfire safety information, are available on the Red Cross Wildfire App. The app is free and can be downloaded to iPhones and Android devices. For more information, visit redcross.org
- Back your car into the garage or driveway to leave on a moment’s notice
- Put an emergency preparedness kit in your vehicle; be sure to include items such as prescription medications
- Confine pets to one room so that you can find them quickly if you need to leave
- Choose a route away from the fire but watch for changes in the speed and direction of fire and smoke
- Leave natural gas on, unless local officials advise otherwise
- Turn off propane gas service valves
- Listen to local radio or television and follow the instructions of local emergency officials
These tips, and other important wildfire safety information, are available on the Red Cross Wildfire App. The app is free and can be downloaded to iPhones and Android devices. For more information, visit redcross.org
The Red Cross asks that people not bring in-kind
donations of to the evacuation center and encourage them to donate financially
to the Red Cross so needed supplies can be purchased.
Animals Care
A livestock shelter has been opened at the
Deschutes County Fairgrounds in Redmond, OR.
Air Quality Information
Current
Conditions
Smoke conditions at the moment are within unhealthy levels
likely due to night time inversion levels. Smoke impacts from previous
night will continue to lift as temperatures and winds increase today.
Weather
Forecast Conditions
A WEAK UPPER TROUGH WILL MOVE ACROSS THE AREA TODAY CAUSING
INCREASED WINDS OVER TWO BULLS WILDFIRE DURING THE LATE MORNING THROUGH TONIGHT.
A SLIGHTLY STRONGER TROUGH WILL SWING ACROSS THE REGION TOMORROW PRODUCING
SIMILAR POTENTIAL IMPACTS AS TODAY...THOUGH THE WINDS ARE EXPECTED TO BE
STRONGER. BOTH SYSTEMS ARE NOT EXPECTED TO BRING ANY CHANCE OF WETTING
RAINS TO THE AREA.
Action Recommendations
Drivers may experience smoke impacts on
nearby roads. If smoke drifts onto roads, motorists should slow down,
turn on headlights, and proceed with care. Due to the Two Bulls
wildfire, smoky conditions are expected to persist throughout Deschutes County
for an indefinite amount of time. Deschutes County Health Services will
continue to communicate to the public the health impact of wildfire smoke inhalation
on an ongoing basis until the fires reside.
WHO IS AT HIGHER RISK FROM WILDFIRE SMOKE? People with
chronic lung or heart conditions, the elderly, children, and pregnant women
have a higher risk of health problems from breathing dense wildfire smoke. People
in these risk groups should minimize the impacts of wildfire smoke when it
appears or smells the strongest or when DEQ indicates “unhealthy” air
conditions by:
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Staying Indoors
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Avoiding outdoor activities until
air quality improves
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Closing windows and doors, and
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Using air conditioners and filters.
Those suffering from asthma or other respiratory conditions
should follow their breathing management plans; keep medications on hand, and
contact healthcare providers if necessary.
Area Closure Order
Order Number 06-01-01-14-001
TEMPORARY
AREA AND USE RESTRICTIONS
FOREST SERVICE SYSTEM ROADS AND TRAILS
DESCHUTES NATIONAL FOREST
Pursuant to 16 USC, Title 36 CFR 261.50(a) and (b), the following special restrictions and prohibitions are established on Forest Roads, trails, and within
the boundary lines of the Two Bulls
Fire Area on the Deschutes National Forest, Bend Ft. Rock and Sisters
Ranger Districts, where signed on the ground
and as shown on the attached
map and described in the map legend, hereby
incorporated into this order as attachment
A.
Closed Forest
Service System Roads:
• Forest Road 370 North of Todd Lake
•
Forest Road 1628
• Forest Roads 590, 605, 480, 113, 110, 377, 900, 1620
•
Forest Road 1612
•
Forest Road 4606
•
Forest Road 4601 West of Tumalo
Creek.
PROHIBITIONS
It is prohibited to go into or
be upon any of the above described
lands which are closed for the protection
of public health and safety,
including all National
Forest System roads and trails therein. 36 CFR § 261.53(e) Being on a forest system road. 36 CFR § 261.54(e)
This restriction is in addition
to those prohibitions enumerated in Subpart
A of 36CFR§261 and any other special restrictions pertaining to the described lands.
EXEMPTIONS
Pursuant to 36 CFR§261.50(e), the following persons
are exempt from this order:
1.
Personnel with written authorization by a Forest Officer,
which specifically authorizes the otherwise prohibited
act. The issuing
Officer may include such conditions as are considered necessary for the protection of the area, or for the promotion of the health, safety, or welfare of its users.
2. Any Federal,
State, or local Officer or volunteer in the performance of an official
duty.
3.
Persons under a special
use authorization that allows the otherwise prohibited action, and approved contractors and their agents
directly engaged in approved work outlined
in an operating plan or permit.
4.
Persons or their invitees who live or own property
within the closure
area, and permitees who have a legitimate need to access
their permitted allotment, escorted or approved
by IMT.
This closure is enacted due to firefighting activities taking place within the closure area,
and for the protection
of public and employee safety. This order becomes
effective at 'J 2:00PM, June 08, 2014, and w ill remain in force until rescinded.
Fire Management
The fire is being managed under a unified command of Oregon Department of Forestry Incident Management Team 2 (Incident Commander, Chris Cline) and Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Green Team (Incident Commander, John Ingrao).
Cooperators working the incidents include
Oregon Department of Forestry, Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office, US Forest
Service, Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office, City of Bend, American Red Cross,
Bend-La Pine School District, and Cascade Timberlands LLC.
Media
Interested media should report to the Incident
Command Post located in the field across from 63685 Johnson Road. Public
Information Officers will be available for interviews; media is required to
check in with Information immediately upon arrival. Media tours for
credentialed media will be at 10 am and 3 pm.
Sites for Fire Information
Information Phone at Central Oregon Interagency
Dispatch Center: 541-416-6811
Note: The info line number is expected to change today, please monitor social media for this update.
Note: The info line number is expected to change today, please monitor social media for this update.
Information Phone at Joint Information Center: 541-550-4888
Note: This is for interagency information related to the fire
Sheriff’s Emergency Information phone :541-550-4850
Note: This is a recorded line
FACEBOOK: facebook.com/TwoBullsFire, facebook.com/Deschutes.County,
TWITTER: @twobullsfire, @desnatlforest, @deschutescounty, @OchocoNatForest, @CentralORFire
INCIWEB: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/3889/
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