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Fire Information: 208-238-8385
https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/5467/
The Powerline Fire is 85% contained as of the end of
the day yesterday. The fire is not likely to grow significantly beyond its
current size of 55,740 acres.
Today, crews will be working along the fire perimeter
to repair and restore containment lines. Firefighters along contained areas will
be transitioning from digging containment line to building diversion bars,
repairing cut fences and restoring other impacted areas. Only about 6 of the
original 62 miles of fire line remain uncontained, so a few crews have been
demobilized. The northeast segment of the perimeter still has hotspots
smoldering in heavier fuels and crews will be working throughout the day to
secure it.
With the upcoming weekend, public recreation areas are
expected to be full of visitors. Land managers wish to remind the public to be
cautious with campfires, vehicles, targets and any other possible fire-starting
activities. ONE LESS SPARK…ONE LESS WILDFIRE.
Firefighting Resources:
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Type 1 Crews (Hotshots)
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Type 2 Crews
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Engines/Tenders
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Dozers
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Helicopters
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Total Personnel
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8
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4
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28
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7
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5
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464
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