Stanislaus National Forest

News Release

USDA Forest Service
Stanislaus National Forest

Bummer Lightning fire re-kindles

Sonora, CA (August 8, 2007) ...The Forest Service today announced that a lightning caused fire that started on the Stanislaus National Forest July 25, and previously determined contained, but not out, flared up last night. The fire has grown to about 52 acres and is burning on the Calaveras Ranger District, near Bummers Flat. It's located about 4 miles south of Spicer Meadow Reservoir and burning in red fir, slash and snags.

Today, 3 hand crews, two strike teams and the Plumas Hotshots are working to control the blaze. They have it about 30% containment with activity and flare ups occurring on the eastern perimeter. Air tanker drops were used yesterday and will continue as needed today. A helicopter is currently ferrying firefighters to strategic positions.

Interested observers can check out the Bald Mountain webcam to view the intensity of the smoke. Go to Web Cam Links and click on the link for Bald Helibase (BH) Camera - STF.