This incident is 100% contained.
Approximate Location
47.081 latitude, -116.614 longitudeSummary
Size: Approximately 132 acres
Containment: 100%
Resources:
Personnel: 104 Crews: 3 Engines: 4 Dozers: 0 Excavator Hoes: 0 Water Tenders: 4
Helicopters: Available through dispatch Air Tankers: Available thruogh dispatch
Injuries to date: one
Cause of fire: Lightning
Activity Today: The fire was considered contained yesterday. The crews worked on the 300' mop up objective within the fire line perimeter. Gridding for spots continued with none found. As of 1700 (5.00PM) today, the fire was considered "controlled".
Action Planned: Crews will continue mopping up with the assistance of existing water resources. Any unburned fingers will require 100% mop up. Assessment of personnel needs will be made, with reductions in crew numbers possible.
Expected Weather: Temperature: 96 degrees-Mostly sunny with higher temperatures expected through the week.
Wind speed: 7-10 mph SW
Humidity: 20%
Remarks: It's been projected that the Type-III team will turn the fire back over to the West St. Joe Fire District by the end of shift on Friday 8/15/08. The efforts of all fire personnel and the cooperation of local concerns and city officials is greatly appreciated. The command post and fire camp is in St. Maries Idaho.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildland Fire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Friday August 08th, 2008 aprox 07:00 PM |
| Location | 16 miles southwest of St. Maries |
| Incident Commander | Jeff Handel |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 104 |
|---|---|
| Size | 132 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Tuesday August 12th, 2008 aprox 12:00 AM |
| Fuels Involved | Logging Slash |
| Fire Behavior | Low. Smoldering with hot spots within line. |
| Significant Events | No major events |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Was considered controlled at 1700 8/13/08. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | Low |
| Terrain Difficulty | Moderate but mountainous |
| Remarks | It's anticipated that the Type-III team will turn fire operations back over to the Fire Protective District on 8/15/08 at 1800. |
Weather
| Current Wind Conditions | 8-12 mph SW |
|---|---|
| Current Temperature | 96 degrees |
| Current Humidity | 20 % |
