Approximate Location
39.704 latitude, -121.248 longitudeSummary
The PCT re-route around the Rich/Belden Fires closures is in very poor condition. There are numerous dead and downed trees about 2 miles up the Indian Springs trail (from the trailhead on Hwy 70 across from Belden), and the trail is virtually impassable. An option for PCT hikers would be to catch the Plumas Transit bus in Quincy to Chester, and pick up the trail there. Please Visit the Pacific Crest Trail website for more information.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildland Fire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Lightning |
| Date of Origin | Saturday June 21st, 2008 aprox 01:30 PM |
| Location | Feather River, Mount Hough and Beckwourth Ranger Districts |
| Incident Commander | Tyler Otterson |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 115 |
|---|---|
| Size | 37,831 acres |
| Percent Contained | 100% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Tuesday September 30th, 2008 aprox 12:00 AM |
| Fuels Involved | Fuels involved are timber stands, areas of logging slash, dormant and young brush and grass. |
| Fire Behavior | Little or no fire spread with occasional interior islands continuing to burn. |
| Significant Events | Resources are fully engaged in rehab activities. North Branch Rehab: 98% completed. South Branch Rehab: 98% completed. Mop-up and patrol activities continue in areas with heat. Due to unsafe conditions DIVS U and V continue to be closely monitored. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | In the northwest side of the complex: patrol and monitor; monitor French Bear and Belden Fires by air. Continue suppression rehab activities. In the southeast side of the complex: Patrol and monitor the southerly portion. Continue rehab activities in the central and northern portions. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | The growth potential for fires in the complex is considered medium. |
| Terrain Difficulty | The terrain is rugged and isolated and is considered extreme. |
| Remarks | Belden Fire along with the South & Scotch Fires are primary reason why fire is 97 percent contained. Unlined portions of these fires are due to steep & rugged terrain. See maps. |
