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U.S. Dept. of Agriculture U.S. Forest Service Coconino National Forest www.flickr.com/photos/coconinonationalforest For Immediate Release April 14, 2014
Public Affairs Contact:
Heather Noel, (Acting) Public Affairs Officer, 928-527-3490
Fisher Fire – 9:00 a.m. update This will be the final update for the Fisher Fire unless conditions change. Flagstaff, Ariz. –
The Fisher Fire transitioned to a Type 4 incident at 6:00 a.m. this morning, down-sizing to local resources as crews begin to demobilize and prepare for other assignments.
Yesterday, firefighters patrolled the fire’s perimeter gridding for smokes and hot spots. The fire, held at 175 acres, is currently 75% contained. In spite of northeasterly winds gusting
up to 30 mph today, full containment is expected this evening. Temperatures range from 50-60 degrees with a low relative humidity of 8-13%.
The public should remain aware of area closures around the vicinity of the fire which include some of the trail system.
Safety is still a big concern with steep terrain, rolling rocks, and snags; no injuries have been reported. Firefighting is an inherently dangerous occupation and wildland fire management
agencies are deeply committed to learning from past accidents and tragedies, working together to do everything we can to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future. FISHER FIRE SUMMARY DATE OF DETECTION: April 11, 2014 CAUSE: Confirmed human-caused, specific cause undetermined; investigation ongoing. CURRENT SIZE: 175 acres CONTAINMENT: 75%; 100% expected by evening. LOCATION: Near Fisher Point in Walnut Canyon; approx. 5 miles SE of Flagstaff AGENCY: USDA Forest Service RESOURCES: 4 crews, engines, water tenders, and various fire personnel. ### Respectfully, Heather ************************************** Heather M. Noel Public Affairs Officer (Acting) U.S. Forest Service, Coconino National Forest 1824 S. Thompson St., Flagstaff, AZ 86001 Office (928) 527-3490 Cell (406) 370-7370 ************************************** This electronic message contains information generated by the USDA solely for the intended recipients. Any unauthorized interception of this message or the use or disclosure of the information it contains may violate the law and subject the violator to civil or criminal penalties. If you believe you have received this message in error, please notify the sender and delete the email immediately. |
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