CA-YNP Yosemite Ahwahnee Meadow Prescribed Burn Mariposa County

AHWAHNEE MEADOW – Prescribed Burn - Mariposa County

Ignition of the 62 acre prescribed burn at Ahwahnee Meadow began today; a total of 50 acres were completed. The remaining 12 acres will be scheduled for ignition tomorrow morning, Tuesday September 13, 2016.

Smoke will be present during burning operations. Smoke, affecting health, is always a consideration in the decision to schedule prescribed fires. Community members and visitors who are sensitive to smoke may want to close their windows and doors and/or consider leaving the area during active ignition of the project in order to reduce exposure.

The objective of this prescribed burn is ecosystem restoration. Historically, natural fire burned an average of 16,000 acres annually in Yosemite National Park and played an integral role in shaping Yosemite’s ecosystem. Yosemite’s Fire Management program is designed to balance the protection of life, property and natural and cultural resources with the continuation of fire as a nature process. Applying fire under prescribed conditions mimics the frequent, low intensity, lightning caused fires. Fire also allows for the recycling of nutrients to the soil, which encourages the germination and regrowth of plants, shrubs, and trees.

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CA-YNP Yosemite National Park Announces Start of 2016 Fire Season

Yosemite Announces Fire Season

June 6, 2016

NPS YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK - YOSEMITE VALLEY MAP 2016

The 2016 fire season officially begins Monday June 6, 2016.   Fire crews have completed all training, fire refreshers and fitness tests and all stations are staffed.    The NPS has transitioned to fire season preparedness and fire resources will be available seven days per week for suppression efforts. Park fire resources for the season include: fire management officials, four Type 3 wildland engines, one helicopter, and one hand crew.  

In preparation for the fire season, the park will begin defensible space inspections throughout Yosemite’s communities, including Aspen Valley, Hodgdon Meadows, Foresta, El Portal, Yosemite Valley, and Wawona beginning Monday, June 6.  

Grasses and other vegetation at the lower elevations have begun to dry out.  Residents and homeowners are urged to clear a defensible space of 100 feet or to property lines around homes and other structures in an effort to reduce the risk of fire hazards.  

With the official declaration of fire season, pile burning will be discontinued throughout the park until further notice.

Yosemite National Park urges local residents and visitors to “Please be Fire Safe,” when residing and visiting the park and other public lands.  

Special attention should be given when departing campgrounds, backcountry camping sites, and picnic areas to make sure all campfires have been extinguished with water, mixed with ashes and are out on departure.

For more information about fire in Yosemite National Park, please visit:

For additional Information

• Fire Information:   gary_wuchner@nps.gov; 209.372-0459; and nancy_phillipe@nps.gov, 209.379.1188.  
• Yosemite National Park Web page:  http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm
• For Yosemite air quality: www.nps.gov/yose/naturescience/aqmonitoring.htm _
• Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Yosemite-Wildland-Fire/124632964255395

Twitter:  http://twitter.com/#!/YosemiteFire

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CA-YNP Yosemite National Park Soup Bowl Prescribed Fire [MAP]

CA-YNP SOUPBOWL UNITS 2 & 3 - YOSEMITE NATIONAL PARK - PRESCRIBED FIRE

Soup bowl Prescribed FireMay 31, 2016

Yosemite National Park 2016 Planned Prescribed Fire May 31, 2016

Yosemite National Park fire managers are planning the 175 acre Soupbowl Prescribed Fire, Units 2 and 3, on May 31, 2016. Fire managers will wait for favorable weather conditions to begin the prescribe fire. Ignition will take 2 to 3 days and an additional 1 week of active burn down.

The primary objective is to reduce hazardous fuels within the mixed conifer forest adjacent to the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) community of Wawona, park infrastructures at the south entrance station and the Mariposa Grove of Sequoias.  This project creates a continuous area of reduced fuel by linking together multiple previous fires and treatments, and mechanical thinning along the Wawona Road.

A secondary objective is ecosystem restoration.  Applying fire under prescribed conditions mimics the frequent, low-intensity lightning caused fires that occurred in Sierras prior to the exclusion of fire which began over 100 years ago under aggressive fire suppression policies. Historically, natural fires burned an average of 16,000 acres annually in Yosemite and played an integral role in shaping Yosemite’s ecosystems.  In the absence of frequent fire, unnatural levels of forest biomass have accumulated which has put many of Yosemite’s values at risk, including neighboring communities, and natural and cultural features.  As climate changes, these values become increasingly vulnerable to catastrophic wildfire.

Park employees, community members, and visitors can expect to see crews from various federal and state agencies conducting burn operations during the Soupbowl Prescribed Fire.  

Smoke will be present during the prescribed fire, particularly during late evening and early morning hours.  Fire managers are working with the Mariposa County Air Pollution Control District (MCAPCD) to time the project to coincide with favorable weather that will facilitate good air quality, and disperse smoke into the atmosphere away from the community.  Prior to ignition, a burn permit is issued to the park by MCAPCD and smoke monitoring equipment was installed in the community.  Community members who are sensitive to smoke may want to close their windows and doors and/or consider leaving the area during active ignition of the project in order to reduce their exposure.

  

For additional Information

Fire Information: gary_wuchner@nps.gov; 209.372-0459; and nancy_phillipe@nps.gov, 209.379.1188.

• Yosemite National Park Web page: http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm
• For Yosemite air quality: www.nps.gov/yose/naturescience/aqmonitoring.htm
• Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Yosemite-Wildland-Fire/124632964255395
• Twitter: http://twitter.com/#!/YosemiteFire

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Yosemite National Park: Proposed Prescribed Fire Schedule [Maps]

Proposed Prescribed Fire Schedule in Yosemite National Park

CA-YNP - Yosemite Parkwide Prescribed Burn Map

CA-YNP -  Mariposa Grove Prescribed Burn Map

Yosemite National Park Fire Managers are planning one of two prescribed fires in Yosemite National Park, weather and air quality permitting, October 28, 2015. The projects are either the Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias or a portion of Soupbowl along the Wawona Road.  Both of the projects have been planned for the fall and are near the southern entrance of the park near Wawona.  Fire managers are planning the projects in front of a predicted storm with only one being selected.

The Mariposa Grove project is the highest priority and is near the top of the Grove from Wawona Point to the south. Fire managers want to take advantage of the Mariposa Grove closure to conduct the 114 acre burn project.  Burning in the Grove is a continuous process and the burn areas have experienced fire in the past.   Fire produces the optimum conditions for Giant Sequoia reproduction and propagation.  Fire not only removes the accumulated layers of dead woody debris exposing nutrient rich mineral soil, but dries the cones allowing the seeds to shed.  Fire also creates holes in the forest canopy, while eliminating shade tolerant competition.

The Soupbowl project is to create a black-line along the Wawona Road in preparation for the entire prescribed fire project area at a later date.  The primary objective is to reduce hazardous fuels within the mixed conifer forest adjacent to the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) community of Wawona, park infrastructures at the south entrance station and the Mariposa Grove of sequoias.  This project creates a continuous area of reduced fuel by linking together multiple previous prescribed fires.

A secondary objective is ecosystem restoration.  Applying fire under prescribed conditions mimics the frequent, low intensity, lightning caused fires that occurred in Sierras prior to the exclusion of fire which began over 100 years ago under aggressive fire suppression policies. Historically, natural fire burned an average of 16,000 acres annually in Yosemite and played an integral role in shaping Yosemite’s ecosystems.  In the absence of frequent fire, unnatural levels of forest biomass have accumulated which has put many of Yosemite’s values at risk, including neighboring communities, and natural and cultural features.  As climate changes, these values become increasingly vulnerable to catastrophic wildfire.

Smoke from the fire may be visible within the Wawona area and south entrance.  Smoke, affecting health, is always a consideration in the decision to schedule prescribed fires.  A smoke management plan has been submitted to the Mariposa County Air Pollution Control District, and a burn permit will be issued prior to ignition.  A smoke monitor will be placed in nearby communities to monitor smoke.  

For More Information

• Fire information: gary_wuchner@nps.gov, 209.372.0480.

• Yosemite WEB page:   http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm
• For Yosemite air quality: www.nps.gov/yose/naturescience/aqmonitoring.htm _
• Yosemite Wildland Fire Facebook:  http://www.facebook.com/pages/Yosemite -Wildland-Fire/12463296455395

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CA-YNP Bridalveil Fire Yosemite National Park Mariposa County

Bridalveil Fire - CA-YNP Bridalveil

Location: Yosemite National Park MariposaCo., 6300’El.GPS: 3742.412x11938.389–

Special Yosemite Fire Update

The Bridalveil Fire was reported on the evening of October 5.

The fire is approximately 30 acres in size and smoke isvisible from many locations within Yosemite Valley, Sentinel Dome, and the North Rim of the Valley.  This fire poses no threats to public safety or park infrastructure.  There is no percentage of containment.

 This fire is being suppressed.

 Yosemite Fire Crews and 2 USDA, US Forest Service Hot Shot crews, Groveland and Sierra, are committed to fire suppression efforts.  Helicopter water bucket drops continue to cool the flanks of the fire.

 It is within designated wilderness and Minimum Impact Suppression Tactics (MIST) will be utilized. On October 5, Helicopter551 responded, located the fire and its fire crew rappelled into the remote fire area.  The fire area is very steep and rocky, with few opportunities to engage the fire with direct attack.

 There has been one injury.  The west facing aspect fire becomes more active midmorning and into late afternoon due to sunlight keeping the brush and timberfuels dry and receptive to increased fire activity.  The Pohono Trail is closed from DeweyPoint south to the trail junction fromTaftPoint and McGurkMeadow.

 The cause is unknown.  There has been no lightning in the area since early August.  Please remember – Yosemite and California continue to experience very dry conditions. Although it is fall, and nights are cooler, all visitors are urged to be diligent in any use of fire, including smoking.And be sure all fires are out before departing any campsite!

Please Do Not Report This Fire

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CA-YNP Yosemite Fire Update #11, August 11, 2015 2 New fires, 6 holdover lightning fires

Yosemite Fire Update #11, August 11, 2015

Air Quality in the park is being affected by numerous fires throughout California. For more information refer to the web sites listed below. Currently no roads are closed within the park.

YNP Upper Fire

New Fires:

Upper (37 45.534 x 119 35.983 – Mariposa Co., August 10). This fire was discovered by hikers at approximately 3:30PM, August 10. It is at the top of the Yosemite Falls trail above the switchbacks. Quick action by the Yosemite Helitack, with supporting water bucket drops, and fire crews held the fire to 3 acres as of 10PM August 10. Hikers were escorted out of the fire area by fire crews and Yosemite search and rescue members. Suppression efforts will continue today. Resources include 2 helicopters for bucket drops, and 14 fire personnel. All trails to Yosemite Falls are temporarily closed. The fire was determined to be human caused and is under investigation. Smoke from the fire may affect air quality in the morning hours. There have been no injuries. All visitors are urged to be diligent in any use of fire, including smoking. And be sure all fires are out!

Badger (37 40.697 x 119 39.316 – Mariposa Co., August 10). This fire was discovered by Helicopter 551 in the area of Summit Meadows near Glacier Point Road. Wawona Engine 32 responded and suppressed the 0.01acre fire. It is in patrol status.

Lightning caused fires being monitored and managed for multiple objectives:
Cathedral (37 51.078 x 119 25.120 – Tuolumne Co., 9400’El., 8/2). This is 0.20 of a mile off the John Muir Trail to Cathedral Lakes. The perimeter is actively smoldering and creeping through lodgepole pine needles and logs and has good potential to grow until it hits natural barriers. The fire is 0.20 acres in size and is being monitored.

Middle (37 51.538 x 119 41.194 - Tuolumne Co., 8043’El., 7/27). It is west of White Wolf and south of the Middle Tuolumne River. It is at 1.5 acres, and may be visible from Tioga Road. It continues to smolder and creep through down logs, pine needles and other vegetation. It is in a red fir and lodgepole pine forest.

Dark (37 50.575 x 119 37.153 – Mariposa Co.,8200’ el., 7/ 9). This fire is along the Yosemite Creek Campground Road and smoke is periodically visible from both the campground and Tioga roads. Fire crews secured the edges of the fire by burning along the most active perimeter. That operation is complete. It is at 38.8 acres, and continues to creep and smolder through red fir duff and needles within the interior of the fire. The Lukens trail is temporarily closed. Fire crews will be parked and working Yosemite Creek Campground Road. For firefighter and visitor safety, drivers are urged to use caution while driving in the area of parked fire equipment.

White Cascade (37 54.926 x 119 23.780 - Tuolumne Co, at 9000’ el., 7/3). This remote fire is east of Glen Aulin High Sierra camp, east of Conness Creek, and west of Tuolumne Meadows, and is at 0.68 acres. This high elevation fire, in a lodge pole pine forest, poses no threat to trails and has a low spread potential. Smoke may be visible in Tuolumne Meadows.

Quartzite (37 43.871 x 119 25.200 - Mariposa Co., 8387’ el., 7/27). It is approximately 0.5 miles south of Merced Lake, mid-slope and on a north aspect. It is smoldering in mountain hemlock, western white pine and lodgepole pine. This fire is contained to natural barriers.

Stubblefield (38 02.743 x 119 36.625 – Tuolumne Co., 7659’ el., 8/3). This fire is in Stubblefield Canyon and west of the Pacific Crest Trail and at the northeast section of the park; it is very remote. It is most likely a lightning strike holdover. Currently, it is 2-3 acres in size, in a red fir and Jeffrey Pine forested area, with other sparse vegetation.

In addition, Indian Canyon was suppressed and is in patrol status.

Air Quality in the park is being affected by numerous fires throughout California. For more information refer to the web sites listed below. Currently no roads are closed within the park. The Lukens cut-off trail, south of the Tioga Road, is temporarily closed.

As with all fires, staff and visitor safety is of paramount importance. Each fire, regardless of size, is assessed for the appropriate course of action.

For More Information
Fire information: gary_wuchner@nps.gov, (209) 372-0480
Yosemite Web: http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm.
Air Quality Sites: http://www.californiasmokeinfo.blogspot.com/ & http://viewer.smoke.airfire.org/run/standard/CANSAC-2km/2015062200/ and http://airnow.gov/index.cfm?action=airnow.main and www.mariposacounty.org/aqi
Yosemite Wildland Fire Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Yosemite-Fire-and-Aviation/124632964255395

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Yosemite Fire Update - New lightning caused fires [MAP]

Yosemite Fire Update #6, July 14, 2015

Although the park found more fires, the accompanying rain from last week's thunderstorms tempered growth on most of the active fires.  Over and inch was received in the higher elevations.

 Yosemite lightning caused fires map

New lightning caused fires:
Thunderstorms came through the park starting July 1, and remained active through July 11. Yosemite National Park has 9 lightning-caused fires. These kinds of fires can take days or weeks to detect because vegetation has to dry out enough to create smoke or visible flames after the storm passes over. Additional fires may be discovered, as temperatures remain warm and fuels dry out.

Most of these fires are small; single tree strikes that amount to less than a tenth of an acre. These fires are in the wilderness and are being monitored by either fire crews hiking into the fire areas or via air reconnaissance due to location, sparse fuels, and low growth potential. Yosemite and Point Reyes fire crews are monitoring all fires.

Blue Jay (37 47.204 x 119 39.183 – Mariposa Co., 8500’ el., 7/7). There is no smoke showing from this fire.

Dark (37 50.575 x 119 37.153 – Mariposa Co., 8200’ el., 7/ 9). This lightning caused fire is along the Yosemite Creek Campground Rd. Two red fir trees were struck and the surface fuels were ignited. It is at .1ac and is being monitored.

Morrison (37 54.0 x 119 38.8 – Tuolumne Co., 8100’ el., 7/9). This fire is east of White Wolf and in an area of many past lightning fires. It is .1ac, with low potential for growth.

Horse (37 37.3 x 119 34.1 – Mariposa Co., 8500’ el., 7/9). This high elevation fire is one single tree struck and smoking and is east of Ostrander Lake. It is .1ac, is surrounded by granite and has low potential for growth.

Clark (37 41.0 x 119 29.6 – Mariposa Co., 7500’ el., 7/9). This is west of Clark Peak. A single tree was seen smoking and it is at .1 ac., with low growth potential.

Indian Canyon (37 47.532 x 119 35.148 - Mariposa Co. at 7200’ el., 7/ 3). This fire is between the Tioga Rd and the Yosemite Valley. It is .5 acre in size, and is smoldering and creeping, with a low rate of spread. It is an area of few recent fires.

McGurk (37 40.969 x 119 37.232 - Mariposa Co. at 7800’ el., July 2). This fire is within the McGurk Meadow, near a trail to Dewey Point from Glacier Point Road. It is at .2ac and has low potential for spread.

Porcupine Flat (37 48.962 x 119 34.416 - Mariposa Co., at 8000’, July 3). The top of a single green red fir tree was struck by lightning. There is no ground fire, but smoke may be seen from the Tioga Road. It has low potential for growth.

White Cascade (37 54.926 x 119 23.780 - Tuolumne Co, at 9000’ el., July 3). This is a remote fire near Glen Aulin High Sierra camp and west of Tuolumne Meadows. It poses no threat to trails and has a low spread potential.

Fires declared out:
Grove (37 45.968 X 119 48.261 – Mariposa Co.) This fire has been declared out July 9.

Smokey Jack (37 49.693 x 119 41.189 - Tuolumne Co.) This fire has been declared out July 9.

Others: Gin and East Gin were put out.

As with all fires, staff and visitor safety is of paramount importance. Each fire, regardless of size, is assessed for the appropriate course of action. At this time there are no road or trail closures and the park remains open. Smoke is staying local over the fires and has not been observed traveling to any smoke sensitive areas. 

All visitors are urged to use established campgrounds for fires. In all campfires, when departing, please be sure fires are completely out.

Thank you for your continued interest in Yosemite Fire and Aviation Management.
For More Information.

Fire information: gary_wuchner@nps.gov, (209) 372-0480
Yosemite Web: http://www.nps.gov/yose/blogs/fireinfo.htm.
Yosemite Wildland Fire Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Yosemite-Fire-and-Aviation/124632964255395

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CA-YNP Soupbowl B Prescribed Fire 111 acres - Yosemite National Park #CAFire #YNP

CA-YNP Soupbowl B Prescribed Burn - Yosemite National Park

Yosemite National Park, Prescribed FireYosemite National park will continue the second phase of a prescribed fire in the Wawona area, near the South Entrance, Thursday, March 19.

 The prescribed fire will include 111 acres of a 533 acre project.  The first 60 acres were burned at the end of February.  During active burning, smoke may be present along the Wawona Road and in the community of Wawona.  

Vehicle One way traffic control will be implemented through the entirety of the burn, which is expected to be complete by Monday, March 23.  Park employees and visitors are urged to drive slowly and with caution as there may be fire equipment and personnel on the roadways.

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CFN - California Fire News 2013 

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Yosemite National Park CA-YNP Meadow Fire Information: 4,772 Acres 80% Containment (PROGRESSION MAP)

MEADOW FIRE CA-YNP MEADOW FIRE 

Yosemite National Park Meadow Fire Information

Update #7 - Release for Sunday, September 14, 2014/Time: 8:00 AM Last night’s operational briefing indicated an additional 30 percent containment of the fire. There are still a few isolated heat sources along the fires perimeter with most of the heat dispersed through the fires interior. Crews continue to patrol containment lines and address hot spots as needed. Isolated heat sources are scattered throughout the fire. Air quality continues to increase as fuels are consumed. Acres burned: 4,772; Containment: 80%; Estimated containment: 9/21/14

Incident Statistics:

Acres Burned: 4,772 Structures Threatened: 0
Containment: 80% Structures Damaged: 0
Fire Start Date: July 19, 2014 Injuries: 2
Fire Discovered: 8/15/14 Total Personnel: 424
Fire Cause: Lightning Cost to date: $4.5 million
Est. Containment: 9/21/14

Summary

 The Fire is located within the designated wilderness of the Yosemite National Park in Mariposa County and is currently within Little Yosemite Valley between Half Dome and Mount Starr King on both sides of the Merced River.

 The fire spread significantly due to a wind event which occurred on September 7, 2014.

 In Yosemite National Park, fire managers operate within the federal guidelines to assess new naturally caused fires, long enough to determine the threat or benefit the fire may or may not have on the parks ecology. Most fires within the Yosemite National Park naturally burn themselves out. Only a small number of fires show potential for large fire growth and fire suppression action is needed to mitigate the threat to resources. Fire is an important component to the health of the parks sensitive ecology.

 Recreation and businesses remain open in the Yosemite National Park except trail areas listed below.

Fire Update

 Firefighter and public safety remains the highest priority. Fire crews are being sensitive to environmental and cultural resources in and around the fire area.

 Last night’s operational briefing indicated an additional 30 percent containment of the fire. There are still a few isolated heat sources along the fires perimeter with most of the heat dispersed through the fires interior. Crews continue to patrol containment lines and address hot spots as needed. Isolated heat sources are scattered throughout the fire. Air quality continues to increase as fuels are consumed.

 Due to the extremely steep, rugged and inaccessible terrain, some fire crews are being flown into the area by helicopter. Air resources, including eight helicopters are being utilized along the fire-line to slow the forward progress of the fire and to cool down hot spots. Due to the potential fire growth and extensive amount of work which remains, a high commitment of resources will be required.

 Fire crews are using Minimum Impact Suppression Tactics (M.I.S.T). Fire crews are confining and containing the naturally caused fire by utilizing natural barriers such as, rock to rock, rock to domes, decomposed granite (DG) to sparse fuels. Crews are working hard to maintain natural habitat in the wilderness and working diligently to limit the foot print the suppression effort may cause.

 The South Central Interagency Incident Management Team is working with Yosemite National Park Fire Crews on transitioning the fire back to the park. Yosemite National Park will take over the fire on September 16 at 6:00 a.m. 

 The trail to Half Dome via Little Yosemite Valley is open to day-use only. No overnight camping in any areas impacted by the fire is permitted.

 The fire continues to burn through popular hiking areas in Yosemite National Park and trail closures still remain in effect.

 Smoke from the Meadows Fire will continue to impact visitors, campers and employees overnight and in the early morning hours in Yosemite Valley.

 Fires can produce heavy smoke that blows down into Yosemite Valley. Be prepared for smoke in the unhealthy AQI range normally worse in the mornings with some clearing in the afternoon hours. 

 Information for schools can be found on this site and links to current air quality updates for this incident will be posted on the California Smoke Information blog

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Yosemite National Park Meadow Fire Information: 4,761 Acres 50% Containment (MAP)

MEADOW FIRE INFORMATION

Update #6

Release for Sunday, September 14, 2014/Time: 8:00 AM

Incident Statics

Acres Burned: 4,761 Structures Threatened: 0

Containment: 50% Structures Damaged: 0

Fire Start Date: July 19, 2014 Injuries: 2

Fire Discovered: 8/15/14 Total Personnel: 570

Fire Cause: Lightning Cost to date: $3.9 million

Est. Containment: 9/21/14

Summary

• The Fire is located within the designated wilderness of the Yosemite National Park in Mariposa County and is currently within Little Yosemite Valley between Half Dome and Mount Starr King on both sides of the Merced River.
• The fire spread significantly due to a wind event which occurred on September 7, 2014.
• In Yosemite National Park, fire managers operate within the federal guidelines to assess new naturally caused fires, long enough to determine the threat or benefit the fire may or may not have on the parks ecology. Most fires within the Yosemite National Park naturally burn themselves out. Only a small number of fires show potential for large fire growth and fire suppression action is needed to mitigate the threat to resources. Fire is an important component to the health of the parks sensitive ecology.
• Recreation and businesses remain open in the Yosemite National Park except trail areas listed below.

Fire Update

• Firefighter and public safety remains the highest priority. Fire crews are being sensitive to environmental and cultural resources in and around the fire area.
• Last night’s infrared flight revealed there are a few isolated heat sources along the fires perimeter with most of the heat dispersed through the fires interior. Areas of intense heat seem to concentrate in three main areas. These areas are north end of the fire and two areas in the southeast. The west flank of the fire continues to cool. There are still isolated heat sources scattered throughout the fire.

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Yosemite N.P. CA-YNP #Meadow Fire Update 4,960 Acres Burned 50% Containment (MAP) #CaFire

MEADOW FIRE CA-YNP- Meadow
Update #5 Saturday, September 13, 2014/Time: 8:00 AM

Yosemite National Park Meadow Fire View Showing Half Dome

Incident Statics
Acres Burned: 4,960 Structures Threatened: 0
Containment: 50% Structures Damaged: 0
Fire Start Date: July 19, 2014 Injuries: 1
Fire Discovered: 8/15/14 Total Personnel: 570
Fire Cause: Lightning Cost to date: $3.3 million
Est. Containment: 9/21/14

Summary
 The Fire is located within the designated wilderness of the Yosemite National Park in Mariposa County and is currently within Little Yosemite Valley between Half Dome and Mount Starr King on both sides of the Merced River.
The fire spread significantly due to a wind event which occurred on September 7, 2014.
In Yosemite National Park, fire managers operate within the federal guidelines to assess new naturally caused fires, long enough to determine the threat or benefit the fire may or may not have on the parks ecology. Most fires within the Yosemite National Park naturally burn themselves out. Only a small number of fires show potential for large fire growth and fire suppression action is needed to mitigate the threat to resources. Fire is an important component to the health of the parks sensitive ecology.
Recreation and businesses remain open in the Yosemite National Park except trail areas listed below.

Fire Update
Firefighter and public safety remains the highest priority. Fire crews are being sensitive to environmental and cultural resources in and around the fire area.
Last night’s infrared flight revealed some fire growth in the fire to the southeast portion of the fire, where a small burnout operation took place, but otherwise there was minimal perimeter growth. Intense heat still remains along the east flank. Crews and helicopters will continue to work known spot fires outside the line. 

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37.712 latitude, -119.509 longitude 

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