How many acres did the Colorado fire burn?

After nearly 16K acres burned in wildfires, how might wildlife be impacted? DENVER (KDVR) — Thousands of acres of land were burned in wildfires across Colorado last week, destroying dozens of homes, taking one person's life and causing air quality concerns.

How did Dead Indian Memorial Road get its name?

The newspaper reports that white settlers in the 1850s found two deceased Native Americans in the area where the road was later built. Historians believe they likely were killed by another tribe. Locals began calling the road Dead Indian Road after it was constructed in 1870 .

How many acres was the largest fire in US history?

The biggest wildfire in recorded US history is the 1825 Miramichi Fire. It blazed through an estimated 3,000,000 million acres and claimed at least 160 lives. That makes it not just one of the most widespread fires, but also one of the deadliest.

How many acres did the dude fire burn?

Before the fire was declared controlled 10 days later, over 24,000 acres had burned in two national forests, 63 homes were destroyed, and six firefighters were killed. This initial rapid fire spread entrapped eleven firefighters, six of which perished.

In what park were the 1988 fires that burned 500000 acres?

1988 Fires - Yellowstone National Park (U.S. National Park Service)

How many acres did the Aspen fire burn?

http://cals.arizona.edu/pubs/nat resources/az1294/ The Aspen Fire burned on Mt. Lemmon from June 17, 2003 until July, 2003. The fire burned 84,750 acres and destroyed 340 homes and businesses.

How many acres did the Big Burn destroy?

The 1910 fire burned three million acres and killed enough timber to fill a freight train 2,400 miles long. Wallace, Idaho was in the direct path of the raging fire.

Dead Indian Memorial Fire 100% lined, mapped at 43 acres (2024)

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...Hot, dry, windy and unstable conditions will persist throughthe weekend for inland areas......RED FLAG WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO8 PM PDT THIS EVENING FOR STRONG GUSTY WIND AND LOW RH FOR FIREWEATHER ZONES 616, 620, 621, 622, AND 623......RED FLAG WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 3 PM TO 8 PM PDT SATURDAY FORFOR STRONG GUSTY WIND AND LOW RH FOR FIRE WEATHER ZONES 616, 620,621, 622, AND 623......FIRE WEATHER WATCH NOW IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGHSUNDAY EVENING FOR STRONG GUSTY WIND AND LOW RH FOR FIRE WEATHERZONES 616, 620, 621, 622, AND 623...The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Red FlagWarning, which is in effect from 3 PM to 8 PM PDT Saturday.* IMPACTS...Any fires that develop will likely spread rapidly.* AFFECTED AREA...Fire weather zones 616...620...621...622 & 623.This includes central Douglas County, northern and centralJosephine County, Jackson,County, and western Klamath County.* WIND...Northwest wind increasing to 8 to 14 mph with gusts ashigh as 22 mph.* HUMIDITY...7 to 15 percent.* DETAILED URL...View the hazard area in detail athttps://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfrPRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...Plan now to avoid using equipment that could cause sparks duringthe period when critical weather conditions are possible. Visitweather.gov/medford/wildfire for links to fire restrictions inyour area.Avoid tossing burning cigarettes on the ground, parking hotvehicles on dry vegetation, and using equipment that can causesparks. Follow all fire restrictions. Find links to restrictionsat weather.gov/medford/wildfire. One less spark, one lesswildfire.Familiarize yourself with your evacuation plan. Where will yougo? How will you get there? Who will you call to let others knowyour are safe? Visit ready.gov/wildfires for more information.Gather your fire evacuation kit now. Collect essentials you don'twant to lose and prioritize your checklist. Visit ready.gov/kitfor more information.A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditionsare either occurring now or will shortly. These conditionspromote rapid spread of fire which may become life threatening.Evacuate if ordered to, or if a fire threatens.A Fire Weather Watch means that critical fire weather conditionsare possible during the valid watch time. These conditions couldpromote the rapid spread of wildfires which could become life-threatening. Check weather.gov/medford for forecast updates and apossible upgrade of the this watch to a Red Flag Warning.&&

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...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 9 PM PDT TUESDAY...* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with high temperatures of 100 to115 and low temperatures in the upper 60s expected over multipledays. Overnight low temperatures will remain in the mid to upper60s.* WHERE...In California, western and central Siskiyou County. Thisincludes the cities of Yreka, Weed, Etna, and Happy Camp, MtShasta City, and Dunsmuir. In Oregon, Josephine and Jacksoncounties and eastern Curry County. This includes the entire RogueValley and the cities of Medford, Grants Pass, Cave Junction, andButte Falls.* WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Tuesday.* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly duringextreme heat events. Area rivers will be cold and can cause shockto swimmers.* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...This will be a multi day heat wave with thewarmest temperatures on Friday and Saturday. The Medford Airporthas a 40% chance to tie or exceed the all time temperature recordof 115.PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out ofthe sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Carinteriors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loosefitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morningor evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion andheat stroke.&&

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Dead Indian Memorial Fire 100% lined, mapped at 43 acres (4)

Dead Indian Memorial Fire 100% lined, mapped at 43 acres (5)

UPDATE 8:20 a.m.: Firefighters were able to stop the progress of a new fire that started late Thursday night, completely lining the entire perimeter and stopping its growth despite steep slopes, overnight wind and extremely low relative humidity.

The Dead Indian Memorial Road Fire, located northeast of Ashland, is now 100% lined and has been GPS mapped at 43 acres. The cause is currently under investigation.

ASHLAND, Ore. – The Dead Indian Memorial Fire originated northeast of Ashland along the 540 block of Dead Indian Memorial Road.

Dead Indian Memorial Fire (Oregon)

Level 3 (GO NOW!) Evacuations:Due to the location of the fire, no homes were threatened, and no evacuations were issued.

Level 2 (BE SET) Evacuations: None

Level 1 (BE READY) Evacuations: None

Acreage: 100

Containment: 0%

Lined: 100%

Closures: None

Firefighting Efforts: Firefighters were able to stop the progress of a new fire that started late Thursday night, completely lining the entire perimeter and stopping its growth despite steep slopes, overnight wind and extremely low relative humidities. The Dead Indian Memorial Road Fire, located northeast of Ashland, is now 100% lined and has been GPS mapped at 43 acres. The cause is currently under investigation.

The fire was originally reported at 10:15 p.m. along the 5400-block of Dead Indian Memorial Road, but when firefighters arrived and began working, it was determined to be closer to the 4500-block. Numerous engines from the ODF Southwest Oregon District, Jackson County Fire District #5 IAFF Local 2596 and Ashland Fire & Rescue responded initially. More resources were quickly ordered, including three 20-person crews, three engines, a bulldozer and a 10-person crew. A wildland task force made up of resources from Josephine County was dispatched as well. Additional resources were also ordered for Friday morning.

Today, six 20-person crews, two bulldozers, six engines, four water tenders, two tree fallers and overhead personnel are assigned to the fire. Firefighters will work to strengthen and further secure lines, as well as begin mopping up and extinguishing hotspots that may reignite later. Conditions today will be working against firefighters, including predicted temperatures of 104 degrees, relative humidity in the single digits and possible wind. These factors naturally increase fire behavior, and resources will be monitoring for any changes as the day continues

Evacuation routes/road closures: Dead Indian Memorial Road is currently closed near the fire due to a large amount of firefighting personnel and equipment in the area. Resources are working to open one lane of the road with a lead pilot car when possible later this morning, and are anticipating the road to be fully opened by the end of shift if favorable progress continues.

This is a developing story, and NewsWatch 12 will keep you updated as we learn more.

Damien Alvarado is an anchor/reporter at NewsWatch 12. You can reach Damien at damienalvarado@kdrv.com.