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The Gem Lake Fire started the afternoon of July 14, 2022, when a single engine airplane crashed igniting the fire.
Two large Chinook Helicopters, were assisted by a smaller helicopter and the Gila National Forest Helitack crew. The Blacktooth and Black Hills Wildland Fire Modules engaged with suppression efforts from the ground.
Local crews continue to patrol the fire intermittently.
To protect public and firefighter safety, an emergency closure order is in place through August 15, 2022 for the area around the fire and includes Forest System Trail 040, North Rock Creek.
| Current as of | Fri, 09/16/2022 - 05:42 |
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| Incident Type | Wildfire |
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| Coordinates |
44° 25' 18'' Latitude
-107° 0' 1
'' Longitude
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| Size | 21 Acres |
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| Percent of Perimeter Contained | 100% |
| Remarks |
The fire is in patrol status. Local crews will frequently hike in and check for hot spots over the next few weeks. |
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| Weather Concerns | Hot, dry conditions, and predicted thunderstorms |
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