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Smoke Output Drops, Some Resources Released, Lots of Work Still Ahead on Donnell Fire

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/26/2018 10:15 AM

Pinecrest, CA..The fire is currently estimated at 35, 864 acres with 62% containment. Ground and air resources continue to construct and improve lines around the fire perimeter to increase containment. An area of low pressure will move into the area over the weekend bringing southwest winds up to 15 mph and gusts up to 30 mph along the ridgelines and in drainages aligned with wind direction.

Above are Recent Heat and Fire Maps

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Make Plans to Rock with Plan B in Camp Connell General Store's Beer Garden.

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/25/2018 02:04 PM

Camp Connell, CA...The Beer Gardens presents Plan B. Make Plans to Rock with Plan B at Camp Connell General Store's Beer Garden. Good music, food equals great times!!! Doors open at 5pm & concert at 6pm.

Huge Kayak & SUP Clearance Sale Going on Now at SNAC! Save Now & Play!

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/24/2018 07:18 AM

Arnold, Murphys & Sonora, CA...Ever since we opened our first store in Downtown Sonora, our goal has been the same. To provide our customers with high quality, innovative outdoor products, priced so you can spend more time using your gear than paying for it. At SNAC, you’ll find affordable clothing and gear to outfit yourself for every outdoor adventure! Recreational kayaking, stand-up paddling (SUP) canoeing, backpacking, camping, climbing … in the winter, layer up for snowshoeing, skiing, snowboarding, and more.

Big Trees Market Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through August 28th

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/22/2018 10:08 AM

Arnold, CA...Big Trees Market Weekly Ad & Grocery Specials Through August 28th

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Land Clearing, Underbrush Mulching, Tree Thinning, Tree Removal & More ~ Ronwright Logging, Lumber and Construction

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/20/2018 02:06 PM

Camp Connell, CA...Ronwright Logging, Lumber and Construction is going into its 4th year of mulching, masticating and mowing. local family owed business started over 27 years ago by Ron Glass. Now, his sons, daughters, and daughter in law have all helped run the business along with some fantastic local employees. The crew has completed small to very large projects. They can handle anything from grass and weeds to large tree thinning and have the proper equipment to handle flat to very steep terrain. IT’S NOT HOW FAST YOU MULCH, IT’S HOW WELL YOU MULCH FAST! JUST MULCH IT!

Donnell Fire Containment Climbs to 49% & Hwy 108 Reopens

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/19/2018 02:25 PM

Pinecrest, CA...Highway 108 will open today at 4 pm all the way through to Highway 395. Vehicles are prohibited from stopping or deviating from the highway between Eagle Meadow Road (5N01) and Kennedy Meadows Road (6N01). The road to Kennedy Meadows will be open. Crews made progress around the northwest tip of the fire perimeter at Spicer Reservoir and are working to secure the saddle below the Dardanelle. Air support continues in the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness assisting the Wildland Fire Modules spiked out in the area. A spot fire was found north of the Donnell Reservoir, a rappel crew will be inserted today to secure that western line. Crews continued mop up and suppression repair along the southern containment line. Hazard tree mitigation remains a priority.

Photos Above By Steve Butts of Donnell Fire as Viewed From Hwy 4 Lookout

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The Donnell Fire Grows to 31,369 Acres, Containment Climbs to 36%

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/17/2018 09:42 AM

Pinecrest, CA...It was a relatively quiet night on the fire. The western edge showed little spread. Yesterday crews were able to get a good line in and made significant progress with containment in this area. Today, additional crews and aircraft are working to complete the line near Spicer Reservoir. A small portion of the fire remains active north of Highway 108 and Kennedy Meadows due to steep rugged terrain and patchy vegetation. Crews are working to complete the last short segment of containment line south of Highway 108 between Douglas Picnic Area and the Bennett Juniper. Portable pumps and hose were brought in to support hand crews. Mop up and suppression repair continues along the southern fire boundary. Drier weather, lower humidity and increased west to southwesterly winds may intensify fire activity this afternoon. With very low fuel moisture and limited recovery overnight, vegetation continues to burn for extended periods. Today is the fifth anniversary of the Rim Fire, the largest wildfire to occur in the Sierra Nevada. Half a decade later, local staff continues to work on restoration efforts.

On August 15th from the Spicer Spillway

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Donnell Fire Morning Update, 30,079 Acres, 30% Contained, Fire Column North of Spicer

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/16/2018 09:33 AM

Bear Valley, CA...A smoke column is visible from Highway 4 north of Spicer Reservoir. Fire activity in this area increased due to steep, dense vegetation, dry fuels and gusty south and southwestern winds. Uncommon fire activity at night has been observed in the northwestern portion of the Carson-Iceberg Wilderness. Expect increased aviation in the area as air tankers and helicopters make multiple drops to try to moderate fire activity. Hiram historic cabin has been wrapped with fire resistant material and vegetation cleared to protect the structure in the event fire continues to spread north. Additional containment line was completed on the northwest and southeast portions of the fire. With the current conditions including warming temperatures, lower humidity, increased winds up to 25 mph and low fuel moistures, vegetation is incredibly receptive to long distance spotting. Moderate fire activity remains on the northeastern and eastern edges of the fire. Hazard tree mitigation continues along Highway 108.

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The Donnell Fire Now 29,756 Acres, Firefighters Making Progress & Smoke Output Starting to Drop

Posted by: thepinetree on 08/15/2018 10:45 AM

Pinecres, CA...Due to more accurate perimeter mapping a slight decrease in the percentage of containment was noted. Significant decrease in both fire activity and threats to structures allowed firefighters to continue progress on containment. Night crews were pulled off the line at midnight and rotated in this morning with the day crews to assist with patrol efforts. Increased personnel on the fire line and additional heavy equipment will provide more resources for fire containment. The thunderstorm over the eastern portion of the fire yesterday produced little rain and did not increase fuel moisture levels to help firefighting efforts. Firefighters are working hard to keep the established containment lines in place while making progress.