Incident Update Aero Fire

Situation Summary

Fire activity today was minimal. Firefighters continue to mop up and patrol within the perimeter of the fire while construction of fireline progresses. Please use caution when traveling through the area.

Temperature increases expected today were limited by cloud cover over the fire area reaching the upper 80’s. Relative humidity ranged from 22-26%. Tomorrow’s weather is anticipated to be consistent with today’s observations but slightly warmer. Warming will continue through the weekend. 

Fire suppression repair is ongoing in an effort to minimize surface erosion and protect watersheds and habitats.

Damage Inspections have been completed and the affected property owners have been notified.

Road Closures

Pyle Rd. at O’Byrnes Ferry Rd, Rock Creek at Highway 4, Britchen Dr. at the Fire perimeter line, Rock Creek at the fire perimeter line.

Emergency Alerts

Residents can sign up for alerts from Calaveras County Office of Emergency Services (OES) at the following link: https://fireprevention.calaverasgov.us/Emergency-Alerts

Evacuation Information:

Evacuation Orders

Calaveras County Evacuation Zones:

CCU – 147-F, CCU – 152-B, CCU – 153-B, CCU – 156-B, CCU – 157-A, CCU -168-B

Evacuation Warnings

Calaveras County Evacuation Zones:

 CCU – 147-C, CCU – 147-E, CCU – 152-C, CCU – 152-D, CCU – 152-E, CCU – 153-A, CCU – 156-C, CCU – 157-B, CCU – 168-C

Numerous firefighting air tankers from throughout the State are flying fire suppression missions as conditions allow.

Engines

114

Water Tenders

22

Helicopters

4

Dozers

36

Hand Crews

10

Other

132

Total Personnel

945

Cooperating Agencies