Posted by: thepinetree on 07/31/2015 02:09 PM
Updated by: thepinetree on 07/31/2015 02:09 PM
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The Big Creek TCU Fire Update...204 Acres, Evacuations Lifted, 35% Contained
Groveland, CA...Current Situation: Acreage and containment continue holding steady since yesterday, but the extreme and historically dry fuel conditions remain a serious concern. With frequent spotting, this fire still remains a threat to firefighters and residents. Motorists driving in the area of the fire, especially on Highway 120, are asked to exercise great caution to avoid fire equipment and crews. Evacuations: Lifted at 6 p.m. 7-30-15, and residents were allowed to return to their homes.
BIG CREEK TCU Incident Update
July 30, 2015, 12:45.M.
www.fire.ca.gov
Fire Information Line: 209/754-5527
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Location:
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Highway 120 between Hells Hollow and Sprague Rd East, Groveland
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County:
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Tuolumne County
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Acres:
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204
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% Containment:
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35%
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Start Date
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July 29th
4:30p.m.
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Expected Containment:
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Injuries:
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None
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Structures Destroyed:
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None
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Cause:
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Under investigation
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EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT ASSIGNED:
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Fire Engines:
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42
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Bulldozers:
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5
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Water Tenders:
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7
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Fire Crews:
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17
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Air attack:
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Air tankers:
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Helicopters:
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Total Personnel:
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521
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Current Situation: Acreage and containment continue holding steady since yesterday, but the extreme and historically dry fuel conditions remain a serious concern. With frequent spotting, this fire still remains a threat to firefighters and residents. Motorists driving in the area of the fire, especially on Highway 120, are asked to exercise great caution to avoid fire equipment and crews.
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Evacuations: Lifted at 6 p.m. 7-30-15, and residents were allowed to return to their homes.
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Evacuation Centers: Groveland Community Hall – The evacuation center has been closed
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Cooperating Agencies: US Forest Service, Tuolumne County Fire Department, Stanislaus Consolidated, Copperopolis Fire, Central Fire, San Andreas Fire, Georgetown, Diamond Springs, Santa Barbara County, Groveland Community Services District, Lathrop – Manteca, Los Angeles County, Orange County, California Office of Emergency Services, California Department of Corrections, Hetch Hetchy Water and Power, PG&E, California Highway Patrol, Tuolumne County.
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