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Boiulder Mountain Fire Daily Update September 8, 2022
Boulder Mountain Fire
Publication Type: News 09/08/2022
Thursday, September 8, 2022
Boulder Mountain Fire Information 509-508-3389 (8am-8pm) | 2022.bouldermountain@firenet.gov
Quick Facts
Fire Location
9 miles NW of Cusick, WA in Tacoma Creek and Boulder Mtn.
Size
1,328 acres
Containment
6%
Start Date
8/31/22
Cause
Under Investigation
Incident Commander
Mike Johnston, Great Basin Type 2 Incident Management Team #7
Personnel
458
Online Links
InciWeb:
inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/8382/
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@NeWFireInfoWashington State Department of Natural Resources:
Colville National Forest
Summary: The Boulder Mountain Fire was detected on Wednesday August 31st, 2022, at approximately 8:30 pm. The fire is located in the Tacoma Creek and Boulder Mountain area, 9 miles Northwest of Cusick, Washington. A mix of State, Federal and Private land is impacted. The terrain is difficult, and the fire is burning in heavy timber, slash, and beetle infested trees. Cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Weather|Anticipated Fire Behavior: Shifting winds will continue through Today. Continued dry weather and higher than normal temperatures remain in the forecast. Fire managers are paying close attention to the shifts in wind direction. If winds align with the terrain and unburned pockets of timber, there is a strong possibility of very active fire behavior with the potential for spot fires away from the main fire footprint. Smokey conditions in the area are likely.
Actions: Yesterday, work continued establishing both hand and mechanical containment lines. Firefighters are making progress; the fire is now 6% contained. With additional crews in place, the plan is to continue securing the line by mopping up the edge and increasing the depth of “cold black.” This involves seeking out pockets of heat and putting them out, which will manifest in an increased containment percentage. Air support was again instrumental in helping firefighters to quickly contain spot fires pushed by the wind.
The plans today, are to continue the progress of the last few days. With hose lines being positioned where ground resources will be able to target creeping and smoldering activity around the edge. Wind conditions could potentially impact both the responder’s efforts and fire behavior.
Important Information: The Colville National Forest, Boulder Mountain Fire Closure is now in effect. This closure is to protect the health and safety of the responders and public in and around the Boulder Mountain Fire area. Click the links for more information:
