Level 2 Command Team takes over Tucker Fire, cause determined

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Fire progression on the Tucker Fire has slowed due to cooler temperatures and having run into the shores of Clear Lake as a boundary to the northeast. In this image, a lone juniper tree burns in a burned hillside in the Clear Lake Hills. A line of r…

Fire progression on the Tucker Fire has slowed due to cooler temperatures and having run into the shores of Clear Lake as a boundary to the northeast. In this image, a lone juniper tree burns in a burned hillside in the Clear Lake Hills. A line of retardant can be seen in the image, that did not hold during the fires intense advancement. (Image, Brian Gailey / Klamath Falls News, July 30, 2019)

The Tucker Fire remained within containment lines throughout the operational period yesterday. It is currently 14, 217 acres and 10% contained. No structures have been damaged or destroyed. The fire was determined to have been unintentionally ignited by vehicular traffic along Highway 139. California Interagency Incident Management Team 10 assumed command of the fire at 6am on July 31, 2019.

The fire remained relatively quiet overnight, holding within lines built over the last several shifts. Crews focused on strengthening lines, working west along Road 46N15 back towards Highway 139, mopping up, and patrolling the fire perimeter. Infrared mapping and observations overnight indicated that the vegetation is still holding quite a bit of heat, and crews will continue to work into the day to ensure that existing lines will hold.

Overnight infared mapping shows where the burned areas are and where the hotspots remain. This new map, places the fire at 14,217 acres with 10% containment as of the morning of July 31, 2019.

Overnight infared mapping shows where the burned areas are and where the hotspots remain. This new map, places the fire at 14,217 acres with 10% containment as of the morning of July 31, 2019.

Today’s weather is expected to be similar to yesterday, with winds picking up in the afternoon. Stronger winds and warmer, dryer conditions are expected later in the week and crews will prioritize strengthening lines that could push the fire to the northwest and southeast.

Motorists in the area are advised that crews are still working along Highway 139. Please use caution and be aware of equipment and personnel along the road. In addition, a heavy grass crop due to the rainy winter has resulted in increased fire danger across the state. Please use extra caution to prevent fire starts!

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Tucker Fire Details

Cause:
Human / Unintentional Vehicular Traffic

Size:
14,217 acres

Containment:
10%

Location:
Modoc National Forest

Fuel:
Grass, Sagebrush, and Juniper