Park Fire Nearly Contained, Weekend Storms Bring Inch of Rain over Burn Area

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Park fire holds at 429,603 acres and has gained 82% containment. Nearly an inch of rain fell over the burned area with the weekends storms.

Per Cal Fire status report:

The Park Fire is being managed under Unified Command with CAL FIRE and the Lassen National Forest.

Warmer temperatures were observed throughout the day. There was no fire activity throughout the incident. Crews continue to mop up and identify fire weakened or dead trees for removal.

Fire Suppression repair has been delayed this operational period due to recent rainfall. A safety risk still remains in the fire area associated with heavy equipment operating near personnel for fire suppression repair.

  • Road closure at Tehama County Road 202 (Plum Creek Road) from 1000-1700 hours near Ishi Conservation Camp to Ponderosa Way.

Damage Inspectors were able to survey lands that were previously inaccessible. Damage inspection is now complete and the number of destroyed structures is final.

Burned Area Emergency Response Group: USDA Forest Service BAER Team personnel are assessing needs on forest service lands.

As you return home from evacuations, please remember to keep an evacuation plan with your family. For more information on emergency readiness, please visit www.ready.gov.