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FIRE NEWS--Central Oregon Interagency Dispatch Center
For
Immediate Release: August 4, 2014 6:00 p.m.
Central Oregon EVENING Fire Update
Central Oregon – Firefighters are currently responding to
the Goose Paint fire burning predominantly on private land and some BLM, east
of the Sutton Mountain area and 4 miles southeast of Twickenham, Oregon. The
fire is currently 120 acres with zero containment. Several engines and single
engine air tankers are responding.
Another round of
lightning peppered Central Oregon today with over 250 strikes recorded in 24
hours. There have been no other smoke reports at press time.
The Castle Fire has
been more accurately mapped at 16 acres and is 30% contained. Firefighters have
been able to begin putting in direct fire line on the south side of the fire
which has experienced growth due to debris rolling out of the fire area down
the steep hill. An area closure remains in place for the Sisters Ranger
District, which includes the Monty Campground. Individuals and groups in the Perry South
Campground have been cautioned that there is a fire in the area and have been
encouraged to stay informed about fire operations in the area.
The South Fork Complex
has increased to 24,085 acres. Incident Command Post (ICP) has been set
up at Gander Ranch near Dayville, OR. These fires are located approximately 20
miles south of John Day. For more information on this fire, call: 866-347-0636.
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