Monday, November 5, 2007

Inciweb: Santiago Wildland Fire - 28,400 acres - 90% contained

Santiago Wildland Fire

INCIDENT UPDATED 2 HRS. AGO

by Evelio Suarez
Credit: USFS

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Summary

The fire was active in unburned fuels overnight on the eastern portion of the fire but all containment lines are holding. Crews have been strategically placed along the fire's perimeter to address observed fire behavior. Smoke will likely be visible throughout the day along the eastern portion. The smell of smoke may also be noticeable.

Holding containment lines is today's main objective. Mop up and rehabilitation of lines also continues.

All evacuation orders have been lifted as of 4PM, November 3. The evacuation center at El Modena is now closed.

Basic Information

Incident Type Wildland Fire
Cause Human
Date of Origin 10/21/2007 at 1755 hrs.
Location Santiago Canyon, Silverado Canyon, Irvine, CA.
Incident Commander Witesman, Whitney

Current Situation

Total Personnel 1,199
Size 28,400 acres
Percent Contained 90%
Estimated Containment Date 11/06/2007 at hrs.
Fuels Involved

Chaparral,annual grasses and brush. Much of the fuel component is in the 100 year old age class.

Fire Behavior

Very little activity, some small flare-ups.

Significant Events

Jim Smith's type 2 team, Central Coast Interagency Incident Management Team 7 assumed command.

Outlook

Planned Actions

Strengthen containment lines, mop up, continue rehabilitation and fire suppression repair.

Growth Potential

Low

Terrain Difficulty

High

Remarks

Not available

Weather

Current Wind Conditions 2 mph NE
Current Temperature 62 degrees
Current Humidity 22 %

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