25 Mile Fire (Chelan)

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Morning Briefing for 8-18. Crews staffed the fire overnight and will continue ground and air attack this morning.

Updated evacuation info: bit.ly/3ish5Cb

Briefing Video... https://www.facebook.com/25MileFire2021 ... 7318101254
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August 16th updated evac map...
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Twentyfive Mile Fire Update August 16, 2021 10:00a.m.


Twentyfive Mile Wildfire
News โ€“ 8 hrs. ago
Twentyfive Mile Fire Update

August 16, 2021 10:00a.m.

Fire Information Line: 206-659-6472 (Daily from 8a.m. to 8p.m.)

Size: 4,000 acres

Total Personnel: 150

Containment: 0%

Cause: Under investigation

Structures Threatened: 135

Structures Lost: 1

The Twentyfive Mile Fire was first reported at 3:45 p.m. on August 15, 2021 and is burning on the south shore of Lake Chelan near Twentyfive Mile Creek. The fire is under joint jurisdiction of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, Washington Department of Natural Resources and Chelan County Fire District 7.

A Type 3 Incident Management Team led by Incident Commander Escobar took command of the firefighting response at 6:00 a.m. today. Additional resources are continuing to arrive.

The fire is burning in timber, brush and grass. It was first assessed at 300 acres and grew overnight to approximately 4000 acres. Multiple engine crews, air resources and heavy equipment are on scene. Evacuation orders are currently impacting 135 homes or structures. One residential structure was lost overnight. No injuries have been reported to residents or firefighting personnel.

Air resources will continue attack on the fire throughout the day. Aircraft may use local bodies of water, including Lake Chelan, to fill. Recreational boaters should be aware of aircraft takeoff and landings and keep a safe distance.

Evacuations: The most up-to-date evacuation information is available through Chelan County Emergency Management at the following links.

Evacuation Information http://www.co.chelan.wa.us/sheriff/page ... rent=Units

Evacuation Area Maps https://chelangis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/ ... 6b25434e03

Level 3 (Go Now) evacuations for all properties north of Fields Point Landing on South Lakeshore Road.

Level 2 (Get Set) from Fields Point Landing to Morning Sun Drive.

Level 1 (Get Ready) from Morning Sun Drive to Kelly's Resort (12800 S. Lakeshore Road).

Closures: A forest area closure is pending. All roads in the Level 3 area are closed to the general public. Residents are asked to avoid travel on Lakeshore Road to make way for firefighting personnel and equipment.

Weather: Today's forecast is mostly cloudy, then gradually becoming sunny, with a high near 74. West wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph. This evening there is a 20 percent chance of showers, partly cloudy, with an overnight low around 49. West wind 11 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 29 mph.

Smoke Information: A cold front that came through on Sunday has helped to clear smoke across much of Eastern Washington. Visit https://wasmoke.blogspot.com/ for local air quality information.

Fire Restrictions: Campfire restrictions are in effect. Campfires are prohibited throughout the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest, including developed campgrounds and congressionally designated Wilderness. Please contact local ranger district offices for more information. https://tinyurl.com/yby4oysq
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Manson Volunteer Fire Association

Winds with gusts to 40mph expected near the 25 Mile Creek Fire starting today through Wednesday. Cooler temperatures may help overnight fire activity, but winds will fan the fire.
One structure was reported to have been lost last night. Red Cross has set up a shelter at MOE Elementary School in Chelan.

Newsbreak...
CHELAN โ€” The Twenty-Five Mile Fire has grown to roughly 4,000 acres since it started Sunday afternoon northwest of Chelan, near Twenty-Five Mile Creek State Park.

A Type-3 incident management team is being briefed this morning and will lead firefighting efforts, said Victoria Wilkins, Forest Service spokeswoman for the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.

The American Red Cross set up an emergency shelter at Morgen Owings Elementary School in Chelan on Sunday night for those displaced by the fire.

The National Weather Service has issued a hazardous weather outlook in anticipation of gusty winds across North Central Washington. Gusts of 20 mph to 30 mph are expected.

Windy and dry conditions forecast for the region today are projected to worsen fire conditions, according to the weather outlook. The breezy weather is anticipated to stick around on Tuesday, with gusts up to 35 mph.

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August 16th morning Caltopo VIIRS map...
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Twenty-Five Mile Fire at Lake Chelan (updated 10:40 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 15, 2021)
Description: This is an emerging fire that started Sunday, Aug. 15. The fire has crossed the Twenty-Fire Mile Creek drainage. Engines, crews and air resources are already on scene and additional resources are en route.

Estimated Size & Containment: 300 acres and growing

Evacuation Levels:

Level 1: South Lakeshore Road, from Morning Sun Drive to Kelly's Resort (12800 South Lakeshore Road)

Level 2: South Lakeshore Road, from near Fields Point Landing to Morning Sun Road

Level 3: Shady Pass Road down to South Lakeshore Road as well as north of 17205 South Lakeshore Road. If you live in the area, please get out now.

For a map of the Evacuation Levels, go to the Chelan County Emergency Incident Map.


Road Closures: Shady Pass Road, South Lakeshore Road from 17205 South Lakeshore Road and north, and all roads off of those closures.

Emergency Shelter: Located at Morgen Owings Elementary School, 407 E. Woodin Ave., in Chelan. Shelter is expected to open by 11:30 p.m.

Be aware of the fire danger in your area. Monitor emergency services social media accounts, including Chelan County Emergency Management.and the U.S. Forest Serve: Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest.
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Manson Volunteer Fire Association

Update: 9:00pm
More evacuations have been put into place. Level 3 Evacuations (Leave Now) are remaining the same at this time. Level 2 Evacuations (Prepare to Leave) have been issued from Field's Point Landing to Morning Sun Drive. Level 1 Evacuations (Notice of Fire Activity in the Area) are in place from Morning Sun Drive to Kelly's Resort. Please stay out of the evacuation zones if you do not live there. This road is narrow and additional traffic can cause congestion and slow any attempt by those residents to evacuate. Emergency vehicle traffic will also be in the area which will add to the ability to move about safely in these evacuation zones. It is recommended to not go any further than First Creek State Park on South Lakeshore Road to avoid interference in fire operations and local traffic. Thanks for your cooperation. Fire has been reported to be approximately 1,500 acres.
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Update: 8:45pm
All aircraft have been released from the fire for the night. This is due to safety and visibility issues. Once again, the fire is burning on both sides of the 25 Mile Creek drainage and as of last report moving down canyon. Fire is expected to crest the top of Slide Ridge overnight. Crews will be working overnight to protect structures and keep the fire south of South Lakeshore Road. Winds are expected overnight and overnight temperatures to stay somewhat warm only reaching a low of mid to upper 60's. It is going to be an active fire night, please keep these firefighters and first responders in your thoughts.
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Update: 8:00pm
Road closures have been put in place at Field's Point Landing. Level 3 Evacuations include all of 25 Mile Creek to Field's Point Landing. All aircraft are making final runs and will be departing the fire shortly.
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Update: 7:45pm
Level 3 Evacuations have been extended from 25 Mile Creek down lake to Field's Point area. Level 3 mean leave now. Public access is not allowed in the evacuation areas.
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Update: 7:08pm
Fire has reported to have jumped 25 Mile Creek and is burning up the back side of Slide Ridge. The fire currently is burning on bother sides of the 25 Mile Creek drainage and is still moving down canyon toward the lake. Level 3 Evacuations were ordered for all of 25 Mile Creek. Fire has gone 3rd alarm and resources will be enroute from Chelan and Douglas counties. PLEASE YIELD TO RESPONDING EMERGENCY VEHICLE AND STAY OFF OF SOUTH LAKESHORE ROAD! Several homes are threatened, but no losses or damage has been reported. Fire is believed to be as much as 1,000 acres.
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Update: 6:00pm
Level 1 evacuation notices for South Lakeshore Road from 17,000 block to Shady Pass Road.
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Update: 5:52pm
Fire has gone 2nd alarm for structure protection.
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Update: 5:25pm
Fire is progressing fast, downslope, down canyon. Structure protection response has been ordered from Chelan Fire & Rescue(Chelan FD 7), Entiat Fire(Chelan FD ๐Ÿ˜Ž and Manson Fire(Chelan FD 5). Additional resources include fixed wing aircraft, reported as being "Super Scooper" aircraft. Chelan County Sheriff's Department has been requested to provide a boat for air water operations as well as deputies for evacuation notices in the area. An order for additional hand crews and engines has been requested.
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Update: 5:17pm
Reports are that fire is about 350 acres and pushing down canyon, down slope, with spot fires reported near 25 Mile Creek Rd/Shady Pass Rd. Fire progression is from SW to NE. 25 Mile Creek Forest Service Helicase is threatened as well as nearby structures. This fire is officially named the "25 Mile Fire.
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Update 5:04pm
Fire is reported to be located on Grouse Mountain.
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Fire in 25 Mile Creek is reported at about 150 acres and growing with crews on scene. Aircraft is on scene and also on the way, with 2 helicopters on location and Air Attack is enroute. Several fire crews are enroute from county, state and federal agencies.
This has been identified as a WUI (Wildlands Urban Interface) fire and structure protection has been requested. A Type 3 Incident Management Team has been requested.
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