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8/20 Morning Fire Briefing with Fire Behavior Analyst Dennis Burns for the Cedar Creek, Cub Creek 2, Delancy, and Muckamuck Fires.

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8/20 Daily Fire Update
Muckamuck Wildfire
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Muckamuck Fire Update

August 20, 2021

Fire Information: (509) 202-4184

Email: 2021.muckamuck@firenet.gov



Start Date: August 4, 2021 Cause: Lightning Size: 12,063 acres Containment: 10%

Location: Approximately three miles northeast of Conconully

Resources Assigned: 150 personnel; approximately 400 other personnel shared by Cub Fire

Current Situation: Yesterday conditions were favorable for firing the northwest area of the fire. Firefighters were able to get good consumption of vegetation as they fired off dozer lines constructed and prepped over the last several days. The area was mopped up over night and crews are expected to have that operation completed sometime today. On the south side of the fire, in and around Conconully the work was finished today. Dozer lines have been completed along the west side up to the 38 Road. Two options are being considered on the north end of the fire. Options for direct line construction are being scouted. If these are not feasible the second is to guide the fire into Tripod Burn scar

Weather: The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Watch for North Central Washington. Showers could impact the fire area today. The potential of thunderstorms is also in the forecast. Cooler temperatures will be accompanied by higher relative humidity. Dry and windy conditions are expected to return on Sunday.

Closures and Restrictions:

· Closure Order: 06-21-09-21-10 Southern Cub Creek 2 issued by the Colville National Forest has closed numerous areas, trails, and roads in and around the fire area

· FS Road 3700100 is closed at the junction with FS Road 4200000 west of Conconully

· FS Road 3800015 is closed at the forest boundary north of Conconully

· Mineral Hill Road is closed just west of Conconully

Evacuations:

· Level Three: Salmon Meadows-Kerr, Mineral Hill, West Fork-Conconully, and the area immediately surrounding the town limits of Concunully

· Level One: The area within the town limits of Conconully

Evacuation Center: United Methodist Church, 130 North Cedar St., Omak. (509) 422-7348

Public Use Restrictions: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/colville/alerts-notices

Air Quality: https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/

Fire Information: Colville National Forest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colvillenf

Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/article/63462
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Muckamuck Fire 8/19 evening update...

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#MuckamuckFire Update
August 19, 2021
Fire Information: (509) 202-4184
Email: 2021.muckamuck@firenet.gov
Start Date: August 4, 2021
Cause: Lightning
Size: 11,774 acres
Containment: 5%
Location: Approximately three miles northeast of Conconully
Resources Assigned: 150 personnel; approximately 400 other personnel shared by Cub Fire
-Current Situation: Firefighters are using a combination of direct and indirect fire line from the northeast end of Conconully Lake toward NF-38 Road. Bulldozers have been working this area and will construct this line around Funk Mountain until terrain changes near the 38 Road. Crews are scouting the north portion of the fire from the 38 Road toward Muckamuck Mountain for terrain features favorable for line construction. A firing operation planned for the area west of Mineral Hill was discontinued yesterday due to unreceptive fuel conditions. The plan is to burn out the vegetation between the main body of the fire and the dozer lines constructed over the last several days. If conditions are favorable today that operation will resume. Firefighters are expected to complete structure work around Conconully today. No homes have been destroyed but the threat to the 387 homes in the area will remain until the established lines along the fire’s edge can be controlled around and above Conconully.
-Weather: Today weather conditions will begin to change. This morning will be hazy and then partly cloudy in the afternoon. Temperatures will range from 75-85, winds will be from the northwest in the afternoon and there will be a slight increase in relative humidity. The forecast calls for a chance of showers beginning Friday morning with a slight chance of Thunderstorms.
-Closures and Restrictions: · Closure Order: 06-21-09-21-10 Southern Cub Creek 2 issued by the Colville National Forest has closed numerous areas, trails, and roads in and around the fire area
· FS Road 3700100 is closed at the junction with FS Road 4200000 west of Conconully
· FS Road 3800015 is closed at the forest boundary north of Conconully
· Mineral Hill Road is closed just west of Conconully
-Evacuations:
· Level Three: Salmon Meadows-Kerr, Mineral Hill, West Fork-Conconully, and the area immediately surrounding the town limits of Concunully
· Level Two: Fish, Sasse
· Level One: The area within the town limits of Conconully
Evacuation Center: United Methodist Church, 130 North Cedar St., Omak. (509) 422-7348
Public Use Restrictions: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/colville/alerts-notices
Air Quality: https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/
Fire Information: Colville National Forest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colvillenf
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/article/63462-
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Town of Conconully

Earlier today, I put out a proclamation declaring the Town of Conconully as a level one. Previously we had been at a level three, which means to evacuate now. The fire danger for the Town proper has passed, although, I recognize that anything can happen and every one needs to be aware. That is level one, to know that there is a fire in the area and to be aware.
This morning I asked Maurice Goodall of Okanogan County Emergency Management to change us to a level 2. He agreed to come up and meet with me and to look at the area. He had not been here since the fire had burnt through.
A couple of hours after talking with him, I received several complaints of people being turned away from Town, while others were allowed through. I observed the security officers making judgements who could come through, and who could not. I contacted Maurice, and relayed that he needed to get here to resolve these issues. He did come up. After talking with him, I was pretty much under the impression that he agreed to go to level two. He said he would have to return to his office to issue the advisory.
I was later contacted by people who said that the security officers told them it did not matter if it was level three or two, nobody would be allowed entrance. I again observed them letting some through and not others.
If the road is closed, then no one should be allowed through. Otherwise, it needs to be open. I again contacted Maurice, and he said that even if they go to level 2, the road would remain closed, This is contrary to the advisories that the board had adopted for Emergency Management Services to follow.
Maurice then told me that if I wanted to go to level one, that I had the authority, but it was against his advise. If I did I would need to notify him by email, which I then did.
He then stated that even if we were on level one, the road would remain closed, and access to Conconully would be shut off. except for those that the security personell decided they would let through.
Maurice stated they wanted to keep people out of the County areas, and wanted to keep those areas on level 3. I agreed that should happen. However, if that was the case, they should move the road blocks to West Fork Rd, North Fork Rd and Sinlahekin Rd. Once they let people into town, and especially locals, they were traveling to areas that they should not have been. Therefore, allow them into town instead of turning them around a half mile away, and concentrate on the roads that you want to keep traffic away from. I know of people that drove to Funk Mountain lookout because no one stopped them. Now maybe they don't want to pay security to watch each road out of town, but most likely they will be reimbursed for those costs from FEMA. In the meantime, there is no reason, and I seriously mean no reason, to keep people from entering the Town itself.
I am aware of fires, and realize things can activate again, but I am also aware that the biggest threat has passed, People out the West fork and North Fork need to be aware as do the people in Town.
Most everyone has returned from the evacuation, and If the levels are not reduced for those that should be, the residents will become complacent, and if any thing happens to warrent further awareness or evacuation then how do we notify people other than moving the evacuation level back up.
Anyway, some people asked for further thoughts on my decision. I believe people should be allowed back in, whether that be level one or two. In all reality, we are probably a level 1 1/2
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8/18 Evening Fire Briefing with Fire Behavior Analyst Dennis Burns for the Cedar Creek, Cub Creek 2, Delancy, and Muckamuck Fires.

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Muckamuck Fire Update
August 18, 2021
Fire Information: (509) 202-4184
Email: 2021.muckamuck@firenet.gov
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Start Date: August 4, 2021 Cause: Lightning Size: 10,867 acres Containment: 5%
Location: Approximately three miles northeast of Conconully
Resources Assigned: 150 personnel approximately 400 other personnel shared by Cub Fire
-Current Situation: Strong winds from the north with gusts up to 35 mph impacted the fire area yesterday. Firefighters, with the help of aviation assets, were able to hold the fire and no significant growth occurred. Fire behavior was very active with surface fire, some short range spotting and crown fire runs backing into the wind. Dozers worked to construct line west of Mineral Hill and firefighters prepared for structure defense in the town. No homes have been destroyed but the threat to the 387 homes in the area will remain until the established lines along the fire’s edge can be controlled around and above Conconully.
Today on the southwest portion of the fire west of Mineral Hill hand crews will continue constructing line where the dozers left of yesterday. When winds become favorable a tactical firing operation will tie the constructed line into the main body of the fire. This operation is intended to address southern spread. Firefighters will be scouting for areas to build primary and contingency indirect lines to address north-eastern spread. Due to the heavy dead and downed fuel loading there is a high potential for the fire to spot to the east if weather conditions are aligned. Residents in areas nearby or east of the fire are encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts through Okanogan County Emergency Management.
Weather: Temperatures 7-10 degrees warmer with light northwest wind and low humidity
-Closures and Restrictions:
• Closure Order: 06-21-09-21-10 Southern Cub Creek 2 issued by the Colville National Forest has closed numerous areas, trails, and roads in and around the fire area
• FS Road 3700100 is closed at the junction with FS Road 4200000 west of Conconully
• FS Road 3800015 is closed at the forest boundary north of Conconully
• Mineral Hill Road is closed just west of Conconully
-Evacuations:
• Level Three: Salmon Meadows-Kerr, Mineral Hill, West Fork-Conconully, and the area immediately surrounding the town limits of Concunully
• Level One: The area within the town limits of Conconully
Evacuation Center: United Methodist Church, 130 North Cedar St., Omak. (509) 422-7348
Public Use Restrictions: https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/colville/home
Air Quality: https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/
Fire Information: Colville National Forest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colvillenf
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/article/63462
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Muckamuck Evening Fire Update - August 17th...

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Muckamuck Evac Level Have Been Reduced August 17 6pm
Effective today, Tuesday August 17, 2021 at 4:24 PM, Mayor of Conconully ordered that the Town of Conconully evacuation level be reduced from level 3 to level 1 (Advisory).
The Muckamuck Fire is still very active near the Town of Conconully, with Fire personnel and equipment in the area.
Level 3 remains in effect for the surrounding area outside the Town of Conconully.
A staffed road block remains in place near the cemetery on Conconully Highway, allowing only residents access to the affected area.
"The Town of Conconully is moving the fire level within the Town limits back to level one effective immediately. Sam Martin, Mayor,4:24 pm 8/17/2021"
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Town of Conconully 509-826-6005
WEB PAGE www.okanogancounty.org
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Muckamuck Fire Update
August 17, 2021
Fire Information: (509) 202-4184
Email: 2021.muckamuck@firenet.gov
#muckamuckfire
Start Date: August 4, 2021 Cause: Lightning Size: 10,867 acres Containment: 5%
Location: Approximately three miles northeast of Conconully
Resources Assigned: 89 personnel
A virtual community meeting will be held today at 6:30 pm. To attend navigate to https://usfs.zoomgov.com/j/1619828218
Current Situation: Yesterday the Muckamuck fire remained active. A low pressure system passing through North Central Washington brought gusty winds to the fire area. Fire ran through the crowns of trees on the ridges where the winds were the strongest and the fire spread to the east. Firefighters remained in Conconully to build on the strong work following Sunday night’s battle after the fire ran 4 ½ miles into the community. Roughly 3 miles of line were fired Monday on the southwest portion of the fire near Mineral Hill to strengthen dozer lines constructed over the last few days. No homes have been destroyed but the threat to the 387 homes in the area will remain until the established lines along the fire’s edge can be controlled around and above Conconully.
Today winds will shift to north and northwest and temperatures will cool. Fire behavior will remain active. The winds may help the effort by slowing the fire’s growth to the north. Plans for the day are to mop up the area fired above Mineral Hill and to bolster additional lines to protect Conconully.
Residents in areas nearby or east of the fire are encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts through Okanogan County Emergency Management.
Weather: Today will be the coolest day of the week with temperatures in the high 70s to low 80s. There is a slight chance of showers and afternoon thunderstorms.
Closures and Restrictions:
• Closure Order: 06-21-09-21-10 Southern Cub Creek 2 issued by the Colville National Forest has closed numerous areas, trails, and roads in and around the fire area
• FS Road 3700100 is closed at the junction with FS Road 4200000 west of Conconully
• FS Road 3800015 is closed at the forest boundary north of Conconully
• Mineral Hill Road is closed just west of Conconully
Evacuations:
• Level Three: Salmon Meadows-Kerr, Mineral Hill, Conconully, West Fork-Conconully
Evacuation Center: United Methodist Church, 130 North Cedar St., Omak. (509) 422-7348
Public Use Restrictions: Colville National Forest
Air Quality: Washington Smoke Blogspot
Fire Information: Colville National Forest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colvillenf
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/article/63462
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For those that were unable to join us live for the Virtual Community Meeting last night, here is the recording from the August 16th meeting.
As a reminder, there will be another Virtual Community Meeting, tonight August 17 at 6:30 pm to discuss the Cedar Creek, Cub Creek 2, Delancy, and Muckamuck Fires. See separate post for the link and details of that meeting.

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8/16 Evening Fire Briefing with Fire Behavior Analyst Dennis Burns for the Cedar Creek, Cub Creek 2, Delancy, and Muckamuck Fires.

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MONDAY meeting
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Update:
Due to the increased fire activity Sunday on the Muckamuck Fire we will also be providing an update on the Muckamuck Fire at tonight's already scheduled virtual community meeting.
The previously scheduled meeting for the Muckamuck on Tuesday night will continue as planned. Please see that post for the Tuesday night Zoom link.
Reminder: Cedar Creek, Delancy, Cub Creek 2, and Muckamuck Fires -- Virtual Community Meeting
We will be hosting a virtual meeting via Zoom at the following link:
https://usfs.zoomgov.com/j/1601701532 tonight Monday, August 16, 2021 at 6:30 p.m.


TUESDAY Meeting
Virtual Community Meeting, Muckamuck Fire Aug 17, 6:30pm
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A virtual community meeting for the Muckamuck Fire will be hosted on Tuesday, Aug. 17, 2021 at 6:30 pm. The meeting will be presented via Zoom at the following link: https://usfs.zoomgov.com/J/1619828218 .

There is a limited number of "virtual seats", so please be sure to log in early. For those who cannot join, a recording will be posted on the U.S Forest Service - Colville National Forest 20 Facebook page: www.fb.com/colvillenf
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Town of Conconully

Good Morning. All is well in Conconully. The fire did burn down to the Edge of Town last night. It was stopped just behind the Cabins. No structures were lost except for a chicken coop and one old empty cabin north of Town. The fire pretty much stopped at Mineral Hill Rd. Everything out the West Fork from the City limits out did not burn on either side of the road. On the upper lake the fire burnt down to the road (except where there were structures and was stopped behind any structures on the left hand side. Still pretty smokey, with many hot spots still smoldering. For the most part, the fire danger is past, however any of those hot spots, or falling trees could cause problems. Thank you all for your prayers and kind thoughts.
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8/16 Morning Fire Briefing with Fire Behavior Analyst Dennis Burns for the Cedar Creek, Cub Creek 2, Delancy, and Muckamuck Fires.
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Muckamuck Fire Update
August 16, 2021
Fire Information: (509) 202-4184
Email: 2021.muckamuck@firenet.gov
Start Date: August 4, 2021 Cause: Lightning Size: 8,200 acres Containment: 5%
Location: Approximately three miles northeast of Conconully
Resources Assigned: 89 personnel
Current Situation: The gusty westerly winds that were predicted for the area materialized in the early afternoon yesterday. Red Flag Warning conditions brought extreme fire behavior as winds pushed the fire to the east. The fire quickly spotted across the 38 Road into receptive fuels and ran 4 ½ miles in an hour. This movement to the east prompted several Level 3 evacuations to be declared by Okanogan County Emergency Management prior to the fire moving into the Conconully community last night. Fire behavior is expected to remain active today. The Muckamuck Fire is the priority fire of the four currently managed by the incident management team.
The primary focus of the firefight today will be the protection of structures in and around Conconully. Available resources have been shifted to the area from the Cedar Creek and Cub Creek fires to assist in the effort. Helicopters and fixed wing air tankers will assist if conditions allow. Firefighters will work to establish control lines along the fire’s edge where possible and to scout ahead of the fire to plan for potential impacts on nearby communities and values at risk. The fire is expected to grow to the south and east. Residents in areas nearby or east of the fire are encouraged to sign up for emergency alerts through Okanogan County Emergency Management.
Weather: A cold front will move through the area. The benefit of cooler temperatures may be offset by the westerly winds that accompany the front. Temperatures will be in the high 70s to low 80s. Humidity will remain low and wind gusts are predicted to reach the upper teens by mid-afternoon.
Closures and Restrictions:
• Closure Order: 06-21-09-21-10 Southern Cub Creek 2 issued by the Colville National Forest has closed numerous areas, trails, and roads in and around the fire area
• FS Road 3700100 is closed at the junction with FS Road 4200000 west of Conconully
• FS Road 3800015 is closed at the forest boundary north of Conconully
• Mineral Hill Road is closed just west of Conconully
Evacuations:
• Level Three: Salmon Meadows-Kerr, Mineral Hill, Conconully, West Fork-Conconully
Evacuation Center: United Methodist Church, 130 North Cedar St., Omak. (509) 422-7348
Public Use Restrictions: Colville National Forest
Air Quality: Washington Smoke Blogspot
Fire Information: Colville National Forest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colvillenf
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/article/63462
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Okanogan County Fire Dist 6

The Muckamuck fire threatened to take the town of Conconully last night. Several neighboring districts sent what help they could. The burn out operation lasted thru the night until State Mobilization units arrived to replace mutual aid crews. There is a lot of work ahead to secure the town, but we got a good start!
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8/15 Evening Fire Briefing with Fire Behavior Analyst Dennis Burns for the Cedar Creek, Cub Creek 2, Delancy, and Muckamuck Fires.
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Level 3 Immediate Evacuation for the Town of Conconully Washington and surrounding areas.
To receive text notifications issued anywhere in Okanogan County, text OKCOUNTY to 888777

A Level 3 (Evacuate NOW) has been issued for persons living in the Town of Conconully and surrounding areas.
Level 3 is being issued due to the increased fire activity of the Muckamuck Fire, it has crossed the 3800 road and is on Funk Mountain and moving south towards Conconully.
Persons should be aware of their surroundings and take action NOW.
This may be the only notice you receive.
DO NOT wait for door to door notification, take action NOW.
Level 3 (Evacuate NOW) is being issued for those in the Town of Conconully and persons living on:
Conconully Zone
North Fork Salmon Creek Road
Town of Conconully
Sinlahekin Road
Conconully Road
Iron Cap Road
West Fork Conconully Zone
Brady Homestead Road
Cedar Creek Road
NF 3700
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West Fork Road
Mineral Hill Zone:
Mineral Hill Road
Persons should evacuate towards OMAK.
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A Level 2 (Be Ready) has been issued for persons living in in the Mineral Hill area, Conconully, WA
Link to evacuation info:
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A Level 2 (Be Ready) has been issued for persons living in the Mineral Hill area, Conconully, Washington.
Persons should be aware of their surroundings and take action if needed.
You MUST be prepared to leave at a moments notice.
This may be the only notice you receive.
DO NOT wait for door to door notification, take action if needed.
Level 2 (BE READY) is being issued for Mineral Hill area due to the Muckamuck Fire progressing south.
Conconully and West Fork remain at Level 1 (advisory)
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8/15 Morning Fire Briefing with Fire Behavior Analyst Dennis Burns for the Cedar Creek, Cub Creek 2, Delancy, and Muckamuck Fires.

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#MuckamuckFire Update
August 15, 2021
Fire Information: (509) 202-4184
Email: 2021.muckamuck@firenet.gov
Current Situation: Building on the completion of the initial line around the perimeter of the Muckamuck Fire the previous day, crews were able to focus their attention on direct attack and strengthening contingency lines. Terrain and weather conditions were in our favor allowing scooper planes and helicopters to drop water on the fire. As the fire moves into spruce trees there is a higher possibility of spot fires, any spots would be short range if it does occur. Night patrols will continue over the next few days.
Today, line construction will continue, with air support as visibility allows. The SE portion, Division Oscar, towards Muckamuck Pass is the priority as our fire fighters focus on stopping forward progress of the fire. Several mechanical resources are being used to remove hazards and build line, including dozers, skidders and chippers. Hazard trees are being removed to help ensure the safety of our fire fighters.
The Conconully area is in a level one evacuation notice. Citizens and visitors are reminded to be aware of their surroundings and ready to evacuate should the need arise.
Weather: A red flag warning is in effect with wind gusts up to 30 mph. Humidity will remain low with temperatures cooling down five degrees from yesterday.
Closures and Restrictions:
Closure Order: 06-21-09-21-10 Southern Cub Creek 2 issued by the Colville National Forest has closed numerous areas, trails, and roads in and around the fire area
FS Road 3700100 is closed at the junction with FS Road 4200000 west of Conconully
FS Road 3800015 is closed at the forest boundary north of Conconully
Mineral Hill Road is closed just west of Conconully
Evacuations:
Level One: Mineral Hill, Conconully, West Fork-Conconully
Level Three: Salmon Meadows-Kerr
Public Use Restrictions: https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/colville/alerts-notices
Air Quality: https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/
Fire Information: Colville National Forest Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/colvillenf
Inciweb: https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7786/
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