Skyline Ridge Complex Fire, Aug. 12

ODF report, Aug. 11, 9:39 p.m. – CANYONVILLE, Ore.— Crews patrolling several of the smaller fires in the western part of the complex report that although the fires continue to hold heat, they remained inside the fire lines throughout the day. Most of the fires around the complex are in mop-up and patrol status. Fire hose is being left in place as a precaution. Tuesday night, crews on the northwest end of the Poole Creek Fire completed operations to bring the active edge of the fire against an area of burnt fuel. Crews in that area Wednesday were able to focus on patrol and mop-up. Burn operations have also been underway along the eastern flanks to stop the fire’s spread. With fire behavior expected to increase between 4:30 p.m. and 8:30 p.m., and reports from day shift of fire near the lines in some locations, night crews will evaluate the situation on the ground and respond accordingly. The Oregon Office of the State Fire Marshal has sent structural firefighters and equipment to protect residences and other buildings near the Poole Creek Fire. Crews are evaluating structures along Ferguson Lane and Moore Ranch Road. If needed, they will improve defensible space around homes and outbuildings. The fire area remains under a Red Flag Warning through 11:00 p.m. for dry and unstable conditions. Elevations of 3,000 feet and lower are likely to remain smoked in, and areas over 3,000 feet can expect clearer air and increased fire activity. Evening gusts will reach up to 15 mph and begin to taper after 11 p.m. Later in the week, after Saturday, cooler than average temperatures are expected to aid firefighting efforts. A Level 1 “Be Ready” evacuation advisory is in effect for residences in the area north of the Poole Creek Fire. For the latest evacuation information go to www.dcso.com/evacuations.