Summary
The Sawooth Zone is part of the Sawtooth-Millard-Heart Complex. This information is only about the Sawtooth zone of the fire. Millard Fire Information
The fire is moving towards the west. Firefighters will focus their efforts towards the western perimeter. The fire has reached the upper reaches of the terrain and has slowed down. The fire has now burned 485 acres into a portion of the San Bernardino Nat'l Forest. Extremely steep rocky terrain continues to make access difficult as the fire moves west.
With the increase in relative humidity today, significant demobilization of resources began.
An Evacuation Center has been set up at the Yucca Valley High School, 7600 Sage Ave. The Big Bear Elementary School Evacuation Center has been closed.
For animal/pet information - 1-800-472-5609 (So. CA only), . www.sbcounty.gov/acc/
For more information on the civilian fatality contact the San Bernardino County Sheriff - (909) 422-7755
See Milard Complex Fire: www.inciweb.org/incident/276/
Basic Information
Updated 2006-07-17 12:00:41 EST
Incident Type Wildland Fire
Cause Lightning
Date of Origin 07/09/2006 at 0830 hrs.
Location Near community of Pioneertown
North of Yucca Valley
Incident Commander Unified Command
Current Situation
Size 61,700 acres
Percent Contained 70%
Total Personnel 2384
Fuels Involved Greasewood & Joshua Trees intermixed with fine fuels and pinyon juniper and jeffery pine.
Fire Behavior Fire activity is moderate with increased humidities.
Today's Significant Events Close coordination between the Sawtooth, Heart, and Millard Zones are in effect. Resource and Intel sharing is effectively occurring. Hand line in Division S & T continue. Retardant from aircraft being utilized on direct attack portions of the fire, including tactical use of the DC-10 building a 1.3 mile retardant line.
Planned Actions Close coordination between the Sawtooth, Heart, and Millard Zones are in effect. Resource and Intel sharing is effectively occurring. Hand line in Division S & T continue. Retardant from aircraft being utilized on direct attack portions of the fire, including tactical use of the DC-10 building a 1.3 mile retardant line.
Projected Movement Close coordination between the Sawtooth, Heart, and Millard Zones are in effect. Resource and Intel sharing is effectively occurring. Hand line in Division S & T continue. Retardant from aircraft being utilized on direct attack portions of the fire, including tactical use of the DC-10 building a 1.3 mile retardant line.
Growth Potential Medium
Terrain Difficulty Extreme
Containment Target Containment within the next burn period is unlikely.
Remarks Close coordination between the Sawtooth, Heart, and Millard Zones are in effect. Resource and Intel sharing is effectively occurring. Hand line in Division S & T continue. Retardant from aircraft being utilized on direct attack portions of the fire, including tactical use of the DC-10 building a 1.3 mile retardant line.
Weather
Current Wind Conditions 8 mph W
Current Temperature 106 degrees
Current Humidity 18-24 %
Forecasted Wind Conditions 5-10 mph SE
Forecasted Temperature 89-95 degrees
Forecasted Humidity 45-70 %
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Summary
The Millard Complex is burning in rugged terrain in the San Gorgonio Wilderness. It is currently estimated at 20,214 acres and is 20% contained. There is no expected date of containment at this time.
The Millard Complex merged with the Sawtooth Complex in the Mission Creek drainage late Friday afternoon. As the fires progress toward the west and northwest they will be managed as the Heart Incident, which is focusing on protection of the Big Bear community.
Basic Information
Updated 2006-07-16 10:18:18 EST
Incident Type Wildland Fire
Benefits & Objectives
Management Objectives: 1. Provide for firefighter and public safety. 2. Utilize minimum impact suppression tactics in wilderness areas. 3. Avoid and report archaeological sites. 4. Develop and maintain a cost containment strategy for the incident. Control Objectives: 1. Keep fire north of the San Gorgonio Wilderness and Reservation Boundary. 2. Keep fire south and west of the Pacific Crest Trail. 3. Keep fire east of Mill Creek jump off.
Cause Lightning
Date of Origin 07/09/2006 at 0833 hrs.
Location 7 Miles north of Cabazon
In San Gorgonio WIlderness, north of I-10 and west of Highway 62
Incident Commander Norm Walker
Current Situation
Size 20,214 acres
Percent Contained 20%
Estimated Containment Date
Total Personnel 962
Fuels Involved The fires are burning within old decadent stands of intermixed timber, Douglas fir, sugar and jeffrey pine above the 6000' elevation. There is high mortality in the fuels due to drought and bark beetle infestations. Lower elevation fuels are chapparal and grass.
Fire Behavior Moderate fire behavior was observed today. The fire will continue to be dominated by topography and wind. Fire continues to be active at night and is expected to progress toward the northwest and southeast.
Today's Significant Events Unified Command established between U.S.D.A. Forest Service, California Department of Forestry and Riverside County Fire at 1600 hrs on 07-12-06. Constant communication between Incident Management Teams on Millard Complex, Sawtooth Complex, and Heart Fire. MIssion Creek serves as the administrative boundary between the two complexes, although the fires have merged together. As the fire progresses toward the Northwest, it is being managed by the newly established Heart Fire incident management team which is based in the Big Bear area.
Outlook
Planned Actions Structure protection remains in place in Whitewater Canyon.
Projected Movement Fire continues to be active in Whitewater Canyon and Mission Creek drainage. A flow of monsoon moisture into the area will increase chances of thunderstorms monday and tuesday. Erratic, gusty winds may be possible near thunderstorms.
Growth Potential Extreme
Terrain Difficulty The San Gorgonio Wilderness is characterized by inaccessible, steep and rugged terrain. Air operations continue to play a significant role with 16 helicopters and 6 airtankers assigned, although no aircraft will be flying tonight.
Remarks No immediate threats to any communities at this time. Threats are to watersheds, wilderness, and tribal interests. Whitewater Road, Mission Creek Road, and San Gorgonio Wilderness remain closed to public use. The fireline on the southeast side of the fire held well over night. Overall, the fire had minor movement overnight.
Weather
Current Wind Conditions 10-15 mph S
Current Temperature 102 degrees
Current Humidity 22 %
Forecasted Wind Conditions 5-15 mph SW
Forecasted Temperature 60-75 degrees
Forecasted Humidity 42-52 %
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