Latest news on Monday: As of this morning the fire was 1050 acres and we have just over 1800 personnel currently on the incident. It's 15% contained. Courtesy of Plumas National Forest
Saturday, 10:49 pm
The fire, having started Saturday, July 29th. is located south of Quincy in timber and is very visible behind the ridge. There are structure engines positioned around the community (Quincy) to provide assurance to citizens and protection if needed. The Plumas County Sheriff is working closely with the Incident Commander and has issued no evacuation orders but is urging everyone to be situationally aware and be prepared. Check out www.ReadyforWildfire.org .
According to the Minerva Incident Commander, really good progress was made on the fire line today. Crews continue to put in direct handline in the West Fork of the Mill Creek drainage. With hard work and diligence, firefighters continue to hold the fire above the 24N20 Road, where it is slowly backing down with minimal spread. On the south side, bulldozers are putting in line, with 10 more dozers requested for tomorrow. Overall, it was a successful day with minimal fire growth and moderated fire behavior. As of this evening, we have 1800 dedicated firefighters committed.
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Saturday, 10:49 pm
The fire, having started Saturday, July 29th. is located south of Quincy in timber and is very visible behind the ridge. There are structure engines positioned around the community (Quincy) to provide assurance to citizens and protection if needed. The Plumas County Sheriff is working closely with the Incident Commander and has issued no evacuation orders but is urging everyone to be situationally aware and be prepared. Check out www.ReadyforWildfire.org .
According to the Minerva Incident Commander, really good progress was made on the fire line today. Crews continue to put in direct handline in the West Fork of the Mill Creek drainage. With hard work and diligence, firefighters continue to hold the fire above the 24N20 Road, where it is slowly backing down with minimal spread. On the south side, bulldozers are putting in line, with 10 more dozers requested for tomorrow. Overall, it was a successful day with minimal fire growth and moderated fire behavior. As of this evening, we have 1800 dedicated firefighters committed.
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