Mop-up operations on the Kelsey Peak Fire have improved containment to 23%.
Increased containment reflects the focused work crews have been accomplishing each day. Some portions of the fire have been mopped up 100 feet into the interior.
Yesterday, helicopters were used to drop water on hot spots, moderating fire behavior and allowing firefighters to cool the area. They will be available again today for bucket work and to bring pumps and hose to the fire line in difficult terrain.
Crews today are using infrared maps from an Unmanned Aircraft flight late yesterday to identify areas of heat.
The Rogue River remains open for permitted boaters near the Kelsey Peak Fire, however boaters are encouraged to use caution on this part of the river.
The Curry County Sheriff’s Office has a Level 2 – BE SET evacuation order for the area of Rogue River Ranch, Tucker Flat Campground and the nearby area of Marial. The Josephine County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management has a Level 1 – BE READY evacuation notice for Zone JCU-801 in place.
The Rogue River Trail is closed from Horseshoe Bend to Flora Dell. A temporary closure of a portion of the Grave Creek to Marial Backcountry Byway is still in place.
