7/19/23 Update:
A fire sparked in the Modoc National Forest, named the Sage Fire. Doubling in size by late afternoon yesterday. However, the forest service reports as of 7:30 pm the fire was contained at around 4 acres. Throughout the night, crews made sure all lines were held. The fire sparked just South of Big Sage Reservoir, outside of Alturas. Forest service crews responded aggressively with engines and aircraft as temperatures neared triple-digit heat and winds picked up speed threatening to spread the flames quickly. Another check of the fire footprint will be checked with the first light.
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As of 4:30 P.M. the Modoc National Forest says there has been no new growth on the Sage fire. The fire is half lined at this time; fire personnel will continue to strengthen and mop up the fires interior.
This will be the final update for the evening unless significant activity occurs.
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A fire has sparked in the Modoc National Forest, named the Sage Fire. It has grown to over 4 acres as of this afternoon. It is burning South of Big Sage Reservoir, outside of Alturas. The forest service says Fire crews, engines, and aircraft are actively engaged in suppressing the fire.
You are asked to avoid the fire area so that the fire personnel can safely work on the incident.
Updates will be provided as they become available.
