The Park Fire has blackened 429,460 acres in Butte, Tehama, Shasta and Plumas counties. It is 71 percent contained.
According to CalFire, the Park Fire is being managed under Unified Command with CalFire and the Lassen National Forest.
No fire activity was observed throughout the night due to rain showers that developed Friday evening. Crews continue to validate and scout infrared heat sources. Suppression repair is ongoing to reverse environmental impacts resulting from fire suppression.
The Watershed Emergency Response Team has identified areas within the Park Fire that could be prone to flash flooding and debris flow hazards in the event of isolated thunder cell activity. The highest concern is for the areas in the northeast portion of the fire in the upper Mill Creek area.
All roads are now open. We ask that you remain cautious while driving as crews continue to work in the area.
Burned Area Emergency Response Group: USDA Forest Service BAER Team personnel are assessing needs on forest service lands.
As you return home from evacuations, remember to keep an evacuation plan with your family.
For more information on emergency readiness, visit ready.gov.
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