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Airplane Lake Fire Update - Sept. 27, 2023
The Remote Automated Weather Station near the 6,956-acre Airplane Lake Fire received 1.35 inches of rain recently, and the fire likely received more than that. At this point in time, it is very unlikely that the fire will have any significant growth. Smoke from smoldering fuels will continue to be observed until snowfall. Trail and area closures will remain in place for now.
| Current as of | Wed, 09/27/2023 - 16:56 |
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| Incident Type | Wildfire |
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | |
| Location | Mt. Saul, White River Drainage |
| Incident Commander | Benton Merritt |
| Coordinates |
48° 0' 51'' Latitude
-121° 0' 48
'' Longitude
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| Total Personnel: | 6 |
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| Size | 6,956 Acres |
| Percent of Perimeter Contained | 0% |
| Estimated Containment Date | 10-31-2023 |
| Fuels Involved | Timber (litter and understory brush) |
| Significant Events | Fire behavior has been backing and creeping with some isolated tree torching and short crown runs. |
| Remarks |
Area and trail closures are in effect. Level One (Be Ready) evacuation notification has been issued by Chelan County Sheriff's Office for the area north of Tall Timbers Camp. Visit Chelan County Emergency Management for more information regarding evacuation notices. |
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| Weather Concerns | Rain will continue to fall in the area through September 28 with a drying trend after that. |
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