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Prescribed Fire
Burned Area
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The Sandy Fire, located with Big Cypress National Preserve, was discovered on May 1 and is burning in pines, grass, palmetto and cypress. Closures have been implemented for all areas west of 11 Mile Rd, north of US41, east of Monument Trail, and south of Mud Lake, Little Deer, Oasis Trail and Lost Dog.
The Sandy Fire is being managed by a Type 3 IMT. Fire managers have developed a full suppression strategy utilizing direct and indirect attack, suppression burn out operations and point protection. Resources threatened include NPS and private structures, natural and cultural resources. Smoke may be visible from US41 and I75, and some smoke impacts are expected on US41.
Phase One of the Sandy Fire Evacuation Plan remains in effect, with residents advised there may be potential fire impacts especially from smoke.
| Current as of | Fri, 05/26/2023 - 13:10 |
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| Incident Type | Wildfire |
| Cause | lightning |
| Date of Origin | |
| Location | 22 Miles NNE of Carnstown FL |
| Incident Commander | David Crousser ICT3/Patrick Edwards ICT3(t) Type 3 IMT as of May 3, 2023 |
| Coordinates |
25° 55' 48'' Latitude
-81° 2' 5
'' Longitude
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| Total Personnel: | 158 |
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| Size | 19,814 Acres |
| Percent of Perimeter Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | 05/18/2023 |
| Fuels Involved | Southern Rough, Tall Grass (2.5 feet), Harwood Litter |
| Significant Events | Active Fire Behavior Wind Driven Runs Short-range Spotting Running |
| Planned Actions |
Firefighters will hold, patrol, and improve existing fire lines. Fire will transition to a Type 4 at end of shift and Delegation of Authority will return to the local unit. |
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| Projected Incident Activity |
24 hours: Minimal fire behavior with creeping and smoldering. Shifting winds around thunderstorms with LAL of 9-15 strikes. Potential for smoke along HWY 41 will continue during the morning hours. |
| Weather Concerns | Shifting winds and gusts up to 15 mph, and thunderstorms with erratic winds in the forecast |
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