Travelers on Interstate 5 will likely see aircraft over the highway as helicopters and airplanes drop water on firelines near Sanford Pass (west of I-5) and in the Hazel Creek Area (east of I-5). Activity is primarily over I-5 between Gibson Road and Sims Road exits. Photo from U.S. Forest Service – Shasta-Trinity National Forest
The latest updates on fires affecting the Northern Sacramento Valley, from the Shasta County Sheriff’s Office, nwcg.gov, U.S. Forest Service – Shasta-Trinity National Forest, and the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office.
Update from nwcg.gov, 9:04 AM
Yesterday, strong, gusty winds tested control lines on the Delta Fire. Despite adverse wind conditions the acreage did not increase. Firefighters continued to aggressively suppress the fire, which increased containment to 64 percent.
Three small spot fires were detected and successfully suppressed along the northern flank near Slate Creek. Clear skies allowed aircraft to assist ground resources throughout the day.
There was no growth along the eastern and western flanks of the fire and firelines remained unchanged. Overnight, crews completed fireline in the Sanford Road area to connect control lines along the southern end of the fire.
Today, firefighters will continue to improve existing firelines. Crews will increase the depth of control lines by extinguishing hotspots and removing hazard trees further into the interior of the fire. In the Sanford Road area, fire is expected to slowly back towards the main fire where crews completed tactical firing operations last night. Aircraft will aid suppression efforts, if weather allows. Fire suppression repair activities will begin on dozer lines that are no longer being utilized on the fire. These activities are designed to reduce erosion potential.
Due to the significant increase in containment over the past couple days, the Delta Fire and Hirz Fire Shasta-Trinity National Forest Closure Orders have been revised and combined. Numerous county evacuations and road closures have been lifted in the Shasta, Siskiyou, and Trinity counties.
Road Closures/Openings:
All restrictions for all north and southbound traffic are lifted. Some of the road systems off of Interstate 5 will remain closed due to suppression efforts.
Forest Area Closures:
To provide for public safety during suppression and repair, the Shasta-Trinity National Forest Closure Orders for the Delta and Hirz Fires have been superseded by order number 14-18-19, effective September 15, 2018. For specific recreation information, please call the Shasta Lake Ranger District at (530) 275-1587 or the Mt. Shasta Ranger Station at (530) 926-4511.
Shasta County Evacuations:
The Shasta County Sheriff’s Office lifted mandatory evacuations and residents may return home in the following areas. Re-entry to the Dog Creek areas includes the following access roads: Fenders Ferry Rd., Saylor Rd., Harr Ridge Rd, McCall Creek Rd., and Cavanaugh Canyon Rd. Mandatory evacuations are still in effect for Gibson Rd. area to include Highland Lakes Rd., Rivera Dr., Campbell Creek Rd., Nighhawk Ln., Karwin Dr., and Bonville Springs Rd. Mandatory evacuations are still in effect for the Sims Rd. area to include Shotgun Creek Rd., Upper Shotgun #1 and #2 Rd., Mears Ridge Rd., Fat Bear Way, Sims Lookout Rd., Hazel Creek Rd., and Girard Ridge Rd.
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Siskiyou County Evacuations:
The Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office lifted the evacuation warning for all Dunsmuir residents. Follow the Siskiyou County Sheriff’s Office Facebook page: www.facebook.com/SiskiyouCountySheriff
Trinity County Evacuations:
The Trinity County Sheriff’s Office lifted all evacuations zones and advisories for the Delta Fire.
Trinity County Road and Airport Closures:
The Trinity County Sheriff’s Office has issued a list of current road and airport closures effective September 14, 2018. County road closures include: East Side Road (Residents Only), East Fork Road, Bonanza King (Residents Only), and Ramshorn Road (Advisory, subject to closure of Castle Creek Road in Shasta Co.). East Side Road is closed at Highway 3. Only Residents with ID will be allowed into the advisory evacuation area. No one is allowed past the intersection of East Side and East Fork Roads. The Trinity Center Airport is closed except for firefighting equipment. Weaverville, Hyampom, Hayfork and Ruth Airport are all open. https://www.facebook.com/Trinity-County- Sheriffs-Office-1635934306689276/
Evacuation Shelters:
The evacuation shelter at the National Guard Armory in Mount Shasta closed on September 14. The Redding Shelter located at 100 Mercy Oaks Drive in Redding, is on standby.
Small Animal Shelter:
The Siskiyou Humane Society is housing dogs and cats for evacuees using the evacuation shelter. The humane society is at 1208 North Mount Shasta Blvd (530-926-4052). Evacuees can bring their pets and visit/feed/feed them during the shelter hours of operation (9 a.m. to 4 p.m.). Evacuees are responsible for taking care of their own animals every day.
Current Situation (as of 9/16, 6 a.m.):
60,018 Acres
64% Contained
2,718 Personnel
17 Structures Destroyed
Shelter Announcement: The Shelter at Mt. Shasta Armory closed September 14 at 4 p.m.
Shasta County Sheriff’s Office
September 14 at 1:45 PM ·
Forest Service and @CAL FIRE are working together to provide information to Shasta County officials regarding damaged and/or destroyed structures. All information of this type is given to county officials as it comes in from the field. The county holds jurisdiction over damage assessments and makes that information available to property owners. Property owners can contact Shasta County Resource Management for details. https://www.co.shasta.ca.us/index/drm_index.aspx
Sheriff Lifts Delta Fire Evacuation Warning for Dunsmuir
?On Saturday, September 15, 2018 at 12-Noon, the Siskiyou County Sheriff, in coordination with Dunsmuir city officials and Delta Firefighter leaders, lifted the Evacuation Warning for all Dunsmuir residents as a result of the Delta Fire, which has burned continuously in a large area near Interstate 5 north of Lakehead, California and about 14-miles south of Dunsmuir. The momentum of the fire has slowed and the latest reports from the fire incident commander indicated the fire no longer presents an imminent or serious threat to the people of Dunsmuir and the immediate area. Great progress has been made in containing the fire, which has burned approximately 60,018 acres. Currently, the fire is 41% contained. Expected containment is expected on or about September 22, 2018.
?An Evacuation Warning was issued so that residents in Dunsmuir and vicinity could prepare themselves in the event an Evacuation Order was issued at a later time
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?According to Sheriff Jon Lopey, “The Delta Fire is no longer a serious or imminent threat to the citizens of Dunsmuir or other Siskiyou County residents in the area at this time. I would like to take this opportunity to thank the leaders and citizens of Dunsmuir for their patience, support, the compassion and team work they displayed helping others prepare for a possible evacuation. I would also like to thank the multitude of courageous first responders, including firefighters, law enforcement, emergency medical responders, highway workers, incident command team personnel, support persons, private contractors, and involved private companies, along with the thousands of federal, state, local, and tribal partners who have worked so hard to protect Dunsmuir and all impacted citizens from this catastrophic fire emergency and the many incidents that arose from its influence and impact.”
?Anyone with questions should contact the SCSO’s 24-Hour Dispatch Center at (530) 841-2900 or the Dunsmuir SCSO Substation at (530) 235-2320.
