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New footage has emerged of young hikers running away from the origin of the Palisades Fire off the Temescal Trail. “Dude that’s right where we were standing.” While placing no blame on these individuals, I think it’s important that’s these kids talk to investigators about what they saw that day on the trail. LAFD 🔥

New footage has emerged of young hikers running away from the origin of the Palisades Fire off the Temescal Trail. “Dude that’s right where we were standing.” While placing no blame on these individuals, I think it’s important that’s these kids talk to investigators about what they saw that day on the trail. LAFD 🔥

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You can hear how strong the winds were yesterday that fueled the human caused Hawk Fire outside Reno, Nevada. Twenty structures have been confirmed damaged or lost, and 6 injuries have been reported, 3 civilians, 3 first responders. 90,000 people are under GO NOW or SET evacuation notice, and 10,000 utility customers are still without power. This afternoon, aviation is engaging the fire with 800+ personnel now assigned. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this view of the fire yesterday.

You can hear how strong the winds were yesterday that fueled the human caused Hawk Fire outside Reno, Nevada. Twenty structures have been confirmed damaged or lost, and 6 injuries have been reported, 3 civilians, 3 first responders. 90,000 people are under GO NOW or SET evacuation notice, and 10,000 utility customers are still without power. This afternoon, aviation is engaging the fire with 800+ personnel now assigned. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this view of the fire yesterday.

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Montana: Beaverhead County Sheriff has issued a GO NOW evacuation order for Elkhorn Hotsprings and Maverick Mountain, including all communities south to Shale Creek and Clark Creek on the north end of Grasshopper Valley due to increased activity on the Sand Creek and Bobcat Lakes Fires. Both are burning on the Beaverhead Deerlodge National Forest; the Sand Creek is now 8,900 acres, and the Bobcat Lakes is 5,513 acres. Firefighters are prioritizing structure protection as additional firefighting resources continue to arrive. Red Flag conditions remain over the fire areas.

Montana: Beaverhead County Sheriff has issued a GO NOW evacuation order for Elkhorn Hotsprings and Maverick Mountain, including all communities south to Shale Creek and Clark Creek on the north end of Grasshopper Valley due to increased activity on the Sand Creek and Bobcat Lakes Fires. Both are burning on the Beaverhead Deerlodge National Forest; the Sand Creek is now 8,900 acres, and the Bobcat Lakes is 5,513 acres. Firefighters are prioritizing structure protection as additional firefighting resources continue to arrive. Red Flag conditions remain over the fire areas.

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From a Canadian firefighter who knows what’s going on: #canada #wildfire #smoke (Worth the read) “I know you may know, but people need to know and understand that most Canadian wildfire management agencies have fire “zonation” policies similar to Alaska. This means in large areas of their jurisdictions, especially in the northern part of the country, wildfires are left to run there natural course w little or no direct action or suppression. We’ll protect values at risk, ie. infrastructure, communities, critical habitat or culturally significant features on the landscape, we’ll map them and maybe try to burn them to natural barrier, fight one flank and let the rest roll (limited action) but we are not putting them out. On many of the fires we don’t even try. A number of these fires are huge boreal gobblers (I am currently assigned to a 250,000 ha fire, well over 600,000 acres and you could fit the org. chart on one side of a beer can). The only thing that is going to put out this fire out and many across the country is winter, 5 months from now. It’s going to be a long, smoky summer for everyone. You have a wide reach, it would be great if you can help people understand these dynamics in the Canadian wildfire scene when they’re bitching about the smoke. Cheers 🍻 and thanks.” Pretty decent picture of what’s going on. Thanks for the insight. In the industry we call this letting a fire “Do its thing”. It’s especially common in these vast boreal forests. Siberia does the same thing. Identify hazards and values at risk, mitigate, let it go. Cheers.

From a Canadian firefighter who knows what’s going on: #canada #wildfire #smoke (Worth the read) “I know you may know, but people need to know and understand that most Canadian wildfire management agencies have fire “zonation” policies similar to Alaska. This means in large areas of their jurisdictions, especially in the northern part of the country, wildfires are left to run there natural course w little or no direct action or suppression. We’ll protect values at risk, ie. infrastructure, communities, critical habitat or culturally significant features on the landscape, we’ll map them and maybe try to burn them to natural barrier, fight one flank and let the rest roll (limited action) but we are not putting them out. On many of the fires we don’t even try. A number of these fires are huge boreal gobblers (I am currently assigned to a 250,000 ha fire, well over 600,000 acres and you could fit the org. chart on one side of a beer can). The only thing that is going to put out this fire out and many across the country is winter, 5 months from now. It’s going to be a long, smoky summer for everyone. You have a wide reach, it would be great if you can help people understand these dynamics in the Canadian wildfire scene when they’re bitching about the smoke. Cheers 🍻 and thanks.” Pretty decent picture of what’s going on. Thanks for the insight. In the industry we call this letting a fire “Do its thing”. It’s especially common in these vast boreal forests. Siberia does the same thing. Identify hazards and values at risk, mitigate, let it go. Cheers.

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New Start, Montana: There is a new wildfire that’s popped out outside Thompson Falls, in the Lolo National Forest of Montana. This fire is in Sanders county. Resources are responding. No size up yet.

New Start, Montana: There is a new wildfire that’s popped out outside Thompson Falls, in the Lolo National Forest of Montana. This fire is in Sanders county. Resources are responding. No size up yet.

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Footage of the initial start of the fires in Lahaina, Maui. #hawaii #wildfire No official cause has been released yet but class action lawsuits have already been opened by multiple law firms, suing the local utility and power companies for their roll in the tragedy. The class action lawsuit alleges that downed power lines that MECO, HECO, HELCO, and HEI owned and operated caused the fire. “The utilities also failed to deenergize their power lines prior to the fire, despite warnings days before that high winds from Hurricane Dora would create "high fire danger." On the day of the fire, the National Weather Service issued a High Wind Warning and Red Flag Warning.” There is still a lot to be determined with this fire, but it’s clear the devastation to the community will be felt for years. The death toll is now up to 80 people. This will likely rise.

Footage of the initial start of the fires in Lahaina, Maui. #hawaii #wildfire No official cause has been released yet but class action lawsuits have already been opened by multiple law firms, suing the local utility and power companies for their roll in the tragedy. The class action lawsuit alleges that downed power lines that MECO, HECO, HELCO, and HEI owned and operated caused the fire. “The utilities also failed to deenergize their power lines prior to the fire, despite warnings days before that high winds from Hurricane Dora would create "high fire danger." On the day of the fire, the National Weather Service issued a High Wind Warning and Red Flag Warning.” There is still a lot to be determined with this fire, but it’s clear the devastation to the community will be felt for years. The death toll is now up to 80 people. This will likely rise.

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Hurricanes and wildfire: #hawaii #maui #wildfire #LahainaFire The winds brought the power poles and transformers down, that sparked fires, communications went down, then 80MPH gusts fanned the flames across the landscape. A perfect storm… but why?! If you look at the National Interagency Fire Center’s Predictive Services, which we have been covering, they knew Hawaii would be ready for significant fire growth as far back at Spring. “El Niño will be the driving factor.” There was a La Niña/El Niño switch this spring… El Niño has developed in the equatorial Pacific Ocean, and rapid warming continues in much of the ENSO region, especially in the central Pacific with continued anomalous warmth off the coast of South America. Above normal sea surface temperatures are observed in all ENSO regions. Most forecast guidance depicts continued warming through summer, with El Niño conditions forecast to continue into winter. The Climate Prediction Center forecasts a greater than 95% chance of El Niño conditions continuing into winter, with a 56% chance of a strong El Niño developing this fall. Other teleconnection patterns, such as the Madden Julian Oscillation (MJO), Pacific Decadal Oscillation, and Pacific-North American Pattern may influence weather and climate during the outlook period, but El Niño will be the main driver…

Hurricanes and wildfire: #hawaii #maui #wildfire #LahainaFire The winds brought the power poles and transformers down, that sparked fires, communications went down, then 80MPH gusts fanned the flames across the landscape. A perfect storm… but why?! If you look at the National Interagency Fire Center’s Predictive Services, which we have been covering, they knew Hawaii would be ready for significant fire growth as far back at Spring. “El Niño will be the driving factor.” There was a La Niña/El Niño switch this spring… El Niño has developed in the equatorial Pacific Ocean, and rapid warming continues in much of the ENSO region, especially in the central Pacific with continued anomalous warmth off the coast of South America. Above normal sea surface temperatures are observed in all ENSO regions. Most forecast guidance depicts continued warming through summer, with El Niño conditions forecast to continue into winter. The Climate Prediction Center forecasts a greater than 95% chance of El Niño conditions continuing into winter, with a 56% chance of a strong El Niño developing this fall. Other teleconnection patterns, such as the Madden Julian Oscillation (MJO), Pacific Decadal Oscillation, and Pacific-North American Pattern may influence weather and climate during the outlook period, but El Niño will be the main driver…

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The National Guard has been called up to help respond to the Old Trails Fire burning through Spokane, Washington. Multiple structures confirmed to have been lost, with the fire still active. Winds are howling, outdoor sports complexes have burned, a true wildland urban interface disaster. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this view of the fire in Spokane.

The National Guard has been called up to help respond to the Old Trails Fire burning through Spokane, Washington. Multiple structures confirmed to have been lost, with the fire still active. Winds are howling, outdoor sports complexes have burned, a true wildland urban interface disaster. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this view of the fire in Spokane.

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Pinpoint accuracy, what a beautiful drop: The MM115 HWY 20 Fire outside Mountain Home, Idaho is now just under 5,000 acres. Crews and aviation teamed up bring the fire to 10% containment as of this afternoon. The north side of the fire is looking good, with crews continuing to make progress and strengthen containment efforts. The southern side remains more challenging, with firefighters and incident management worked this morning to identify opportunities to connect existing lines and “put the pieces together” to increase containment. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this view of the MM115 HWY 20 Fire.

Pinpoint accuracy, what a beautiful drop: The MM115 HWY 20 Fire outside Mountain Home, Idaho is now just under 5,000 acres. Crews and aviation teamed up bring the fire to 10% containment as of this afternoon. The north side of the fire is looking good, with crews continuing to make progress and strengthen containment efforts. The southern side remains more challenging, with firefighters and incident management worked this morning to identify opportunities to connect existing lines and “put the pieces together” to increase containment. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this view of the MM115 HWY 20 Fire.

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The view of the South Fork Fire from Crawford, Nebraska this evening. This is some crazy fire behavior. Nebraska has seen the most active and largest wildfires in the nation this year, and it doesn’t look like it’s stopping. Residents surrounding Crawford are evacuating, and ranchers are trying to get their cattle to safe locations. The fire is now over 16,000 acres. Over 1.1M acres have burned in the state so far. 📷 Luis Corral 🙏

The view of the South Fork Fire from Crawford, Nebraska this evening. This is some crazy fire behavior. Nebraska has seen the most active and largest wildfires in the nation this year, and it doesn’t look like it’s stopping. Residents surrounding Crawford are evacuating, and ranchers are trying to get their cattle to safe locations. The fire is now over 16,000 acres. Over 1.1M acres have burned in the state so far. 📷 Luis Corral 🙏

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Canada: Folks evacuating Tantallon, Nova Scotia. It’s being reported that this fire has the largest resource response in Province history. #canada #novascotia #wildfire

Canada: Folks evacuating Tantallon, Nova Scotia. It’s being reported that this fire has the largest resource response in Province history. #canada #novascotia #wildfire

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California: A wall of fire from the Palisades Fire. Multiple air tankers are now overhead as well as contracted aircraft from Canada. #wildfire #cafire #cawx Residents at the top of Palisades Drive are being asked to shelter in place due to block roads. Multiple cars have been abandoned in the middle of the escape route roads. This is a wake up call to California communities. 📷 : Andrew Hires

California: A wall of fire from the Palisades Fire. Multiple air tankers are now overhead as well as contracted aircraft from Canada. #wildfire #cafire #cawx Residents at the top of Palisades Drive are being asked to shelter in place due to block roads. Multiple cars have been abandoned in the middle of the escape route roads. This is a wake up call to California communities. 📷 : Andrew Hires

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A significant amount of lightning yesterday started dozens of new wildfires across Oregon and Washington, some becoming very active this evening. This is the Brewer Fire burning in Jefferson county, Oregon. 500+ acres, and she’s gone. The Kaiser Canyon Fire in Okanogan county, Washington is 1,000 acres. The Neff Jones Fire is 1,500 acres and the Lyons Ferry Fire is 3,000 acres in Franklin county, Washington and active. The Crosswhite Fire is 4,667 acres and the Cove Creek Fire is 1,000 acres, both in Wheeler county, Oregon. The Lower Dry Creek Fire in Umatilla county, Oregon is 5,000 acres. The Hopkins Fire is 5,000+ acres and the Porcupine Ridge Fire is 1,000 acres, both in Gilliam county, Oregon. The Wilcox Fire in Sherman county, Oregon is 2,500 acres. And those are just the fires over 1k acres…. There are dozens more.

A significant amount of lightning yesterday started dozens of new wildfires across Oregon and Washington, some becoming very active this evening. This is the Brewer Fire burning in Jefferson county, Oregon. 500+ acres, and she’s gone. The Kaiser Canyon Fire in Okanogan county, Washington is 1,000 acres. The Neff Jones Fire is 1,500 acres and the Lyons Ferry Fire is 3,000 acres in Franklin county, Washington and active. The Crosswhite Fire is 4,667 acres and the Cove Creek Fire is 1,000 acres, both in Wheeler county, Oregon. The Lower Dry Creek Fire in Umatilla county, Oregon is 5,000 acres. The Hopkins Fire is 5,000+ acres and the Porcupine Ridge Fire is 1,000 acres, both in Gilliam county, Oregon. The Wilcox Fire in Sherman county, Oregon is 2,500 acres. And those are just the fires over 1k acres…. There are dozens more.

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It’s now estimated that nearly 400,000 acres have burned due to the wildfires caused lightning across Oregon and Washington. This is the live view of the Akawa Butte Fire this afternoon in Jefferson county. This mirrors many active wildfires across the PNW, as a warming and drying trend settles in. Currently 90 degrees, RH in the low teens, with 10 MPH winds.

It’s now estimated that nearly 400,000 acres have burned due to the wildfires caused lightning across Oregon and Washington. This is the live view of the Akawa Butte Fire this afternoon in Jefferson county. This mirrors many active wildfires across the PNW, as a warming and drying trend settles in. Currently 90 degrees, RH in the low teens, with 10 MPH winds.

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The Cottonwood Fire is a Great Basin monster. The fire is now estimated at 2,000+ acres, and it looks like it’s all of that and possibly more. At this time, all residents and visitors from Hi-Lo Cabins up to Kent Lake have been evacuated. Crews will be taking water from the Pressurized Irrigation pond. Due to this, Beaver City is asking that there is No Watering from the Pressurized Irrigation System until further notice. A massive resource response is ongoing, with another 25,000 acre fire next door also active, The Iron Fire. “She gone.” Thanks to the subscriber who sent in this incredible view of the fire.

The Cottonwood Fire is a Great Basin monster. The fire is now estimated at 2,000+ acres, and it looks like it’s all of that and possibly more. At this time, all residents and visitors from Hi-Lo Cabins up to Kent Lake have been evacuated. Crews will be taking water from the Pressurized Irrigation pond. Due to this, Beaver City is asking that there is No Watering from the Pressurized Irrigation System until further notice. A massive resource response is ongoing, with another 25,000 acre fire next door also active, The Iron Fire. “She gone.” Thanks to the subscriber who sent in this incredible view of the fire.

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Washington: Yup, she’s gone. The current view of the B and O Fire outside Omak, Washington in Okanogan county. 500+ acres, extreme fire behavior.

Washington: Yup, she’s gone. The current view of the B and O Fire outside Omak, Washington in Okanogan county. 500+ acres, extreme fire behavior.

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🚨How do we know the wildfire situation in the United States has boiled over…? #cafire #idfire #wafire #orfire #mtfire In a meeting with the Oregon Department of Forestry today they announced there are no more Incident Management Teams left available in the country, no more shower units, no more caterers… There are reports that a fire camp burned over in Idaho yesterday, luckily no injuries have been reported. Logistical issues are stacking up with Caches running out of supplies and transport issues as well. I cover all of this on tomorrow’s Substack podcast episode. And now there are threats for a Government shutdown and seasonal layoffs… Above is the Lava Fire, which ripped 11.4 miles yesterday. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this footage from Idaho.

🚨How do we know the wildfire situation in the United States has boiled over…? #cafire #idfire #wafire #orfire #mtfire In a meeting with the Oregon Department of Forestry today they announced there are no more Incident Management Teams left available in the country, no more shower units, no more caterers… There are reports that a fire camp burned over in Idaho yesterday, luckily no injuries have been reported. Logistical issues are stacking up with Caches running out of supplies and transport issues as well. I cover all of this on tomorrow’s Substack podcast episode. And now there are threats for a Government shutdown and seasonal layoffs… Above is the Lava Fire, which ripped 11.4 miles yesterday. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this footage from Idaho.

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Colorado: There is a new start burning in Clear Creek County, Colorado, in the town of Silver Plume. Resources have arrived on scene and additional resources have been requested. Colorado remains under red flag warnings. It’s really dry in many places across the west.

Colorado: There is a new start burning in Clear Creek County, Colorado, in the town of Silver Plume. Resources have arrived on scene and additional resources have been requested. Colorado remains under red flag warnings. It’s really dry in many places across the west.

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A view from Crews responding to the fire on Long Island, New York near the Hamptons. At least 20 Fire companies responding along with a large scale aviation response. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this. 🙏 Good luck out there!

A view from Crews responding to the fire on Long Island, New York near the Hamptons. At least 20 Fire companies responding along with a large scale aviation response. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this. 🙏 Good luck out there!

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Thanks to all the subscribers. Couldn’t do it without you folks that help out. If you would like to support what I do, you can subscribe through the link in my bio. Gunna be a busy 2025 wildfire season. Multiple states already way ahead of schedule, with some setting records.

Thanks to all the subscribers. Couldn’t do it without you folks that help out. If you would like to support what I do, you can subscribe through the link in my bio. Gunna be a busy 2025 wildfire season. Multiple states already way ahead of schedule, with some setting records.

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Video from Anna Johnston in Spokane, Washington shows traffic jammed up as residents continue to evacuate due to the Old Trails Fire. The fire continues to spot and grow due to very strong winds. The Dwight Merkel outdoor Sports complex that was full for Saturday activities has been forced to evacuate. Evacuations now run as far north as Rutter Parkway. This is a wildland urban interface nightmare. The fire is over 2,000 acres.
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Video from Anna Johnston in Spokane, Washington shows traffic jammed up as residents continue to evacuate due to the Old Trails Fire. The fire continues to spot and grow due to very strong winds. The Dwight Merkel outdoor Sports complex that was full for Saturday activities has been forced to evacuate. Evacuations now run as far north as Rutter Parkway. This is a wildland urban interface nightmare. The fire is over 2,000 acres.

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California: One of the crazier drops from the Palisades Fire this week. The pilot pulls out of the drop hard. If you listen, you can hear the jet engines really working hard coming out of the drop. Maybe a slight issue with the doors after the drop is made? Or maybe just some residual retardant coming out. Either way, pretty incredible. The Palisades Fire is now 22% contained and the Eaton Fire has drastically increased containment to 55%. The Hurst Fire is basically wrapped up at 98% contained. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this 📷. 🙏
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California: One of the crazier drops from the Palisades Fire this week. The pilot pulls out of the drop hard. If you listen, you can hear the jet engines really working hard coming out of the drop. Maybe a slight issue with the doors after the drop is made? Or maybe just some residual retardant coming out. Either way, pretty incredible. The Palisades Fire is now 22% contained and the Eaton Fire has drastically increased containment to 55%. The Hurst Fire is basically wrapped up at 98% contained. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this 📷. 🙏

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New LEAVE NOW evacuation orders have gone out due to the 12,376 acre Gold Mountain Fire burning near Ouray, Colorado. The fire remains active and is pushing into these areas: EVACUATION ORDER in effect for the area East of US 550 north of County Road (CR) 8 and south of CR 8A east to the US Forest boundary south to CR8 B along Cow Creek. Anyone in this area should EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY DUE TO RAPID FIRE GROWTH. EVACUATE the Forest Service lands in the Cow Creek, Big Cimarron, and Silver Jack Basin areas. Lands to the east of Hwy 550, south of Hwy 50, and west of East Fork of the Cimarron are closed.
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New LEAVE NOW evacuation orders have gone out due to the 12,376 acre Gold Mountain Fire burning near Ouray, Colorado. The fire remains active and is pushing into these areas: EVACUATION ORDER in effect for the area East of US 550 north of County Road (CR) 8 and south of CR 8A east to the US Forest boundary south to CR8 B along Cow Creek. Anyone in this area should EVACUATE IMMEDIATELY DUE TO RAPID FIRE GROWTH. EVACUATE the Forest Service lands in the Cow Creek, Big Cimarron, and Silver Jack Basin areas. Lands to the east of Hwy 550, south of Hwy 50, and west of East Fork of the Cimarron are closed.

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The Old Trails Fire in Spokane, Washington will likely be the city’s worst disaster since the Great Fire (August 4, 1889), which destroyed 30 city blocks. Reports this evening of multiple neighborhoods with homes burning, and a massive fire and emergency response inside the city. The National Guard has been activated, and nearly 2,500 acres have been burned so far, punching right through parts of the city. Extreme fire weather continues through the weekend. I will have a full update on the situation on tomorrow mornings show. Thanks to the subscribers who shared these views of the fire.
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The Old Trails Fire in Spokane, Washington will likely be the city’s worst disaster since the Great Fire (August 4, 1889), which destroyed 30 city blocks. Reports this evening of multiple neighborhoods with homes burning, and a massive fire and emergency response inside the city. The National Guard has been activated, and nearly 2,500 acres have been burned so far, punching right through parts of the city. Extreme fire weather continues through the weekend. I will have a full update on the situation on tomorrow mornings show. Thanks to the subscribers who shared these views of the fire.

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California: Dozers have started to smash through roads filled with Mercedes, BMWs, Porsches, Teslas, and Bentleys that were abandoned in the middle of the roads blocking firefighters from responding to the Palisades Fire. #wildfire #cafire Now that the dozers have pushed these vehicles out of the way, they can now access houses that are on fire. 📷: KTLA
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California: Dozers have started to smash through roads filled with Mercedes, BMWs, Porsches, Teslas, and Bentleys that were abandoned in the middle of the roads blocking firefighters from responding to the Palisades Fire. #wildfire #cafire Now that the dozers have pushed these vehicles out of the way, they can now access houses that are on fire. 📷: KTLA

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Colorado: Due to the Gold Mountain Fire, the Ouray Sheriff has ordered all people hiking, camping, or otherwise recreating in the area of Cow Creek on Forest Service ground past county road 12 to LEAVE IMMEDIATELY. The fire is now 7,103 acres and Montrose Fairgrounds has been set up to accommodate livestock being evacuated. This fire has made multiple wind driven runs, and terrain is adding to the intensity of spread. 🎥: Mike Cateriny
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Colorado: Due to the Gold Mountain Fire, the Ouray Sheriff has ordered all people hiking, camping, or otherwise recreating in the area of Cow Creek on Forest Service ground past county road 12 to LEAVE IMMEDIATELY. The fire is now 7,103 acres and Montrose Fairgrounds has been set up to accommodate livestock being evacuated. This fire has made multiple wind driven runs, and terrain is adding to the intensity of spread. 🎥: Mike Cateriny

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In a press conference minutes ago, authorities said the Aspen Acres Fire is now 7 miles from Wetmore, Colorado, and now a mandatory evacuation is in effect for the Wetmore area. From Pueblo county line, to Mackenzie Junction, to Fremont county to the North. For an idea of how far this fire has run, the original evacuation shelter was in Wetmore… People are NOT being allowed into the fire area. The plan to asses homes lost has been postponed today due to fire activity. This fire is likely well over 40,000 acres now. Fire managers said they had to order a Team from Alaska due to other fires across the West utilizing a large number of resources. Red flag conditions persist over the fire area. 📷 Thomas Alvis
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In a press conference minutes ago, authorities said the Aspen Acres Fire is now 7 miles from Wetmore, Colorado, and now a mandatory evacuation is in effect for the Wetmore area. From Pueblo county line, to Mackenzie Junction, to Fremont county to the North. For an idea of how far this fire has run, the original evacuation shelter was in Wetmore… People are NOT being allowed into the fire area. The plan to asses homes lost has been postponed today due to fire activity. This fire is likely well over 40,000 acres now. Fire managers said they had to order a Team from Alaska due to other fires across the West utilizing a large number of resources. Red flag conditions persist over the fire area. 📷 Thomas Alvis

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Montana: A great view of Bridger Aerospace scoopers working the Bivens Creek Fire in Madison county, MT. A lot of progress is being made, the Fire is now 34% contained and sitting at 2,234 acres after crews have completed primary lines around the fire. Next door, the Cloudrest Fire is 2,629 acres and 12% contained as crews conduct defensive firing operations ahead of expected heavy rains. A cooling and wetting trend is expected the next few days across Montana before a warmer drier trend returns. Thanks to Bridger Aerospace for sharing!
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Montana: A great view of Bridger Aerospace scoopers working the Bivens Creek Fire in Madison county, MT. A lot of progress is being made, the Fire is now 34% contained and sitting at 2,234 acres after crews have completed primary lines around the fire. Next door, the Cloudrest Fire is 2,629 acres and 12% contained as crews conduct defensive firing operations ahead of expected heavy rains. A cooling and wetting trend is expected the next few days across Montana before a warmer drier trend returns. Thanks to Bridger Aerospace for sharing!

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415,232 views • 1 year ago

Residents lined the streets of Grand Junction, Colorado today as firefighters from the Forest Service, USWFS, and state resources escorted the fallen firefighters Emily Barker, Nick Hutcherson, and Sydney Watson in a procession. A moving show of support by the community. The Honor Guard led the procession today to return the fallen firefighters to their family and friends at the mortuary. They will not be forgotten.
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Residents lined the streets of Grand Junction, Colorado today as firefighters from the Forest Service, USWFS, and state resources escorted the fallen firefighters Emily Barker, Nick Hutcherson, and Sydney Watson in a procession. A moving show of support by the community. The Honor Guard led the procession today to return the fallen firefighters to their family and friends at the mortuary. They will not be forgotten.

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Incredible footage from the Adams Complex Fires outside Kamloops, British Columbia. #canada #wildfire In the first video we see a “firenado” along the lake shore. The cool temperatures of the water combined with the convective heat of the fire created this incredible phenomenon. The second video shows the fire activity durning the daytime. A fire camp of nearly 400 personnel had to be evacuated as the fire approached. Wild scenes. Thanks for the subscriber that shared these 📷. Cheers brother. 🙏🍻
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Incredible footage from the Adams Complex Fires outside Kamloops, British Columbia. #canada #wildfire In the first video we see a “firenado” along the lake shore. The cool temperatures of the water combined with the convective heat of the fire created this incredible phenomenon. The second video shows the fire activity durning the daytime. A fire camp of nearly 400 personnel had to be evacuated as the fire approached. Wild scenes. Thanks for the subscriber that shared these 📷. Cheers brother. 🙏🍻

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993,161 views • 3 years ago

The Cottonwood Fire in Utah is making a sustained run this afternoon. Extreme fire weather has moved into the fire area, with sustained winds of 20-25MPH. This footage from Mariah Hicks shows how receptive the fuels are, and the effect of the low RH combined with high winds. Many fires across the west are bracing for the long duration Red Flag conditions settling in.
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The Cottonwood Fire in Utah is making a sustained run this afternoon. Extreme fire weather has moved into the fire area, with sustained winds of 20-25MPH. This footage from Mariah Hicks shows how receptive the fuels are, and the effect of the low RH combined with high winds. Many fires across the west are bracing for the long duration Red Flag conditions settling in.

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Scary situation unfolding in Woodward, Oklahoma as the 43 Fire enters the town, pushing towards homes. Residents are scrambling to evacuate as firefighters intimidated to try and slow the fire down inside the town. The town has a population of 11,750 people. 📷: Daryle Stewart
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Scary situation unfolding in Woodward, Oklahoma as the 43 Fire enters the town, pushing towards homes. Residents are scrambling to evacuate as firefighters intimidated to try and slow the fire down inside the town. The town has a population of 11,750 people. 📷: Daryle Stewart

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153,494 views • 6 months ago

30-40 MPH winds continue to push the Aspen Acres Fire in Colorado. Alaska CIMT Team 1 is en route to take command of the fire. In brief Wednesday morning. This is the current view from Pueblo Lake, north of the fire. Last updated at 2,500 acres, it’s likely double of triple that now. Currently 95 degrees and 6% RH. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this view of the fire.
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30-40 MPH winds continue to push the Aspen Acres Fire in Colorado. Alaska CIMT Team 1 is en route to take command of the fire. In brief Wednesday morning. This is the current view from Pueblo Lake, north of the fire. Last updated at 2,500 acres, it’s likely double of triple that now. Currently 95 degrees and 6% RH. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this view of the fire.

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55,349 views • 2 months ago

Take a flight across the Canadian fires. #wildfire #smoke #canada A look at the truly amazing size of some of these Canadian fires. This is the fire burning near Edson, Alberta which recently prompted more evacuations. There are many fires currently burning throughout Canada this size. Crews have been using natural barriers, dozer line, and firing operations to try and box these fires in. Thanks to the subscriber that sent this footage in. Cheers brother. 🙏🍻
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Take a flight across the Canadian fires. #wildfire #smoke #canada A look at the truly amazing size of some of these Canadian fires. This is the fire burning near Edson, Alberta which recently prompted more evacuations. There are many fires currently burning throughout Canada this size. Crews have been using natural barriers, dozer line, and firing operations to try and box these fires in. Thanks to the subscriber that sent this footage in. Cheers brother. 🙏🍻

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655,669 views • 3 years ago

I’ve received too many messages to ignore the obvious… It sounds like the Park Fire is totally f*cked. #cafire #cawx #wildfire #parkfire Numerous resources self demobed today after the fire jumped a 16 blade wide dozer push, that’s the footage below. I’ve been told another dozer burned up today, and the operator received burns to the face and neck. Multiple crew members got singed while trying to catch spots and hold the line. They were talking about suppression repair yesterday, and today they are worried about the fire pushing into Mineral. At least they have prepped around that community extensively. I’ve been told Heavy equipment is scattered and overhead doesn’t know what they got, and head fire is slamming dozer line that folks were told not to burn off. That’s very odd to not fire off dozer line when you expect head fire to slam into it. This fire started in the worst way… I’d hate to see it end in the worst way as well. Yes, this is a massive fire that is difficult to manage, totally understandable. But the flood of messages in my inbox tells me the Swiss Cheese model is starting to line up.
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I’ve received too many messages to ignore the obvious… It sounds like the Park Fire is totally f*cked. #cafire #cawx #wildfire #parkfire Numerous resources self demobed today after the fire jumped a 16 blade wide dozer push, that’s the footage below. I’ve been told another dozer burned up today, and the operator received burns to the face and neck. Multiple crew members got singed while trying to catch spots and hold the line. They were talking about suppression repair yesterday, and today they are worried about the fire pushing into Mineral. At least they have prepped around that community extensively. I’ve been told Heavy equipment is scattered and overhead doesn’t know what they got, and head fire is slamming dozer line that folks were told not to burn off. That’s very odd to not fire off dozer line when you expect head fire to slam into it. This fire started in the worst way… I’d hate to see it end in the worst way as well. Yes, this is a massive fire that is difficult to manage, totally understandable. But the flood of messages in my inbox tells me the Swiss Cheese model is starting to line up.

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442,449 views • 2 years ago

Utah: After weeks of hard work, The 41,842 acre Iron Fire outside Eureka, is now 100% contained. The Cherry Fire, next door, is now 98% contained and remains 34,252 acres. Crews will now get a well deserved R&R before traveling to assist other fires around the nation. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this aerial view of fire activity on the Iron Fire early on.
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Utah: After weeks of hard work, The 41,842 acre Iron Fire outside Eureka, is now 100% contained. The Cherry Fire, next door, is now 98% contained and remains 34,252 acres. Crews will now get a well deserved R&R before traveling to assist other fires around the nation. Thanks to the subscriber who shared this aerial view of fire activity on the Iron Fire early on.

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43,197 views • 1 month ago

The entire town of Ruidoso, New Mexico is being evacuated… population nearly 8,000 people. #wildfire #nmfire The South Fork, Salt, and Penn Scott Fires have turned into this town’s worst nightmare. I have fought fire there numerous times, including on the Blue 2 Fire. This is right near where the Smokey Bear museum is located.
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The entire town of Ruidoso, New Mexico is being evacuated… population nearly 8,000 people. #wildfire #nmfire The South Fork, Salt, and Penn Scott Fires have turned into this town’s worst nightmare. I have fought fire there numerous times, including on the Blue 2 Fire. This is right near where the Smokey Bear museum is located.

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383,216 views • 2 years ago

The Widemouth 2 Fire in Millard county, Utah has exploded in size to 84,400+ acres, and remains 0% contained. At 0600 today, a transfer of command took place with Great Basin Complex Incident Management Team 2 taking command of the fire. On the west side of the fire, crews are securing lines around Fillmore, Kanosh, Meadow, and Chalk Creek while scouting dozer line construction along forest boundaries toward the Wild Goose fire footprint. On the east side, fire personnel have triaged approximately 20 cabins and outbuildings while establishing holding options near the Newton Rock Trail and Devil’s Armchair. Firefighters continue leveraging heavy air support on the southern edge of the fire to secure the active fire perimeter and suppress spot fires. A community meeting will be held tonight in Richfield, at the Sorensen Administration Building, Room 146, at 7PM. 📷 Lone Peak Engines, Utah FFSL
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The Widemouth 2 Fire in Millard county, Utah has exploded in size to 84,400+ acres, and remains 0% contained. At 0600 today, a transfer of command took place with Great Basin Complex Incident Management Team 2 taking command of the fire. On the west side of the fire, crews are securing lines around Fillmore, Kanosh, Meadow, and Chalk Creek while scouting dozer line construction along forest boundaries toward the Wild Goose fire footprint. On the east side, fire personnel have triaged approximately 20 cabins and outbuildings while establishing holding options near the Newton Rock Trail and Devil’s Armchair. Firefighters continue leveraging heavy air support on the southern edge of the fire to secure the active fire perimeter and suppress spot fires. A community meeting will be held tonight in Richfield, at the Sorensen Administration Building, Room 146, at 7PM. 📷 Lone Peak Engines, Utah FFSL

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20,541 views • 28 days ago

Utah: The Cottonwood Fire has exploded in activity, this view is from Circleville, by Niki Lewis. The Towns of Marysvale, Junction and Circleville have been moved to READY Status. North Creek area has been placed in SET status. Significant danger; voluntary evacuation in effect. Leave at any time if you feel unsafe.
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Utah: The Cottonwood Fire has exploded in activity, this view is from Circleville, by Niki Lewis. The Towns of Marysvale, Junction and Circleville have been moved to READY Status. North Creek area has been placed in SET status. Significant danger; voluntary evacuation in effect. Leave at any time if you feel unsafe.

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42,257 views • 2 months ago

Things are getting Cowboy down in Oklahoma, this is near Stillwater. That brush truck got real intimate with that head fire before pulling out. Wildfires are breaking out all across the Panhandle.
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Things are getting Cowboy down in Oklahoma, this is near Stillwater. That brush truck got real intimate with that head fire before pulling out. Wildfires are breaking out all across the Panhandle.

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228,344 views • 1 year ago