According to CalFire, the Park Fire has blackened 429,460 acres in Butte, Tehama, Shasta and Plumas counties. It is 65 percent contained.
Status Update The Park Fire is being managed under Unified Command with CalFire and the Lassen National Forest.
Throughout the day minimal fire activity was observed, allowing crews to strengthen containment.
The fire continues to hold within its footprint despite gusty winds. Precipitation is expected and a flash flood watch has been issued for the Park Fire burn area from Friday afternoon through Saturday morning. Overnight, crews continue to engage in tactical patrol, suppression repair and increase mop-up depth.
Firefighters are scouting and validating infrared heat sources throughout the fire area using Unmanned Aerial Systems.
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.
Four firefighters, two helicopter pilots and a contractor bulldozing a fireline have died in Colorado, Utah and Oregon this year. Fast-moving fires have burned…
