[UPDATE 3 p.m.] Fire South of Weott Along Hwy 101; One Lane Shut Down

wildland fire featureAbout 1:02 p.m., a vegetation fire started south of Weott just north of mile marker 31 on Hwy 101. Dispatch reports that Airtankers and helicopters have been ordered.

One northbound lane has been shut down. A witness says that the fire was about 20 x 30 feet a bit ago.

UPDATE 1:24 p.m.: Forward progress has been stopped. One additional engine requested but all the other resources including air support has been cancelled.

UPDATE 3 p.m.: The crews were mopping up about 3:20 p.m.

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Veterans friend
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Veterans friend
6 years ago

Early start for fire season.

SourTangant
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SourTangant
6 years ago

Thank you to all the firefighters❣ It’s gonna be a l…o….n…g Summer. Get your rest now & prayers are with you.