Knob Fire Nearly Doubles in Size Since Yesterday, Still 0% Containment
![Firefighters from multiple agencies, including some that were pulled off the Monument Fire defended houses at the end of Enchanted Springs Lane, on Monday. [Photo by Mark McKenna]](https://kymkemp.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/KYM.KNOB_.FIRE_.WILLOW.CREEK_.DSC_8817-noresize.jpg)
Firefighters from multiple agencies, including some that were pulled off the Monument Fire defended houses at the end of Enchanted Springs Lane, on Monday. [Photo by Mark McKenna]
The fire is threatening the major east west roadway, Hwy 299, which Caltrans warns may have to be closed today. (See Roads below.)
Flames burning in the Friday Ridge area and down to the outskirts of Willow Creek forced multiple residents to flee the area. The Humboldt County and Trinity County Sheriff’s office have issued multiple Evacuation Orders and Warnings (For details see Evacuations below.)
We’ve gathered the most important information about the Knob Fire and organized it below for our readers.
Stats:
196 fire personnel are at the scene, according to InciWeb.
Compelling Images:
Flames seen behind businesses along Hwy 299 yesterday. [Photo from Caltrans]
Flames creeping along the roadway. [Photo from Caltrans]
The Weather:
According to the National Weather Service, “Widespread smoke, mainly before 5pm. Cloudy, with a high near 91. Calm wind becoming west northwest 5 to 7 mph in the afternoon.”
The Roads:
[Photo from Caltrans]
According to Caltrans, “One way traffic control is in effect from Panther Road to .94 miles east of the Humboldt County line. If you’re planning on traveling through this area in the near future, please check QuickMap.dot.ca.gov for current conditions as this fire could force crews to close the highway.”
UPDATE Wednesday: For the latest information on schedule and areas where the road closures are located, click here.
The following road closures are in effect related to the Knob Fire: China Creek Road at Hodgson Road; Burwood Drive; Gypo Lane; Friday Ridge Road; Butterfly Creek Road.
The Maps:
- Operations Map –to see details either zoom or click on the map and download a pdf.
- KMZ Map–Zoom for detail or for 3D imagery, click on the map and download a file that connects with your Google Earth program.
Evacuation and Help Information:
- Humboldt County Evacuation Map
- Trinity County Evacuation Orders here.
- The Evacuation Center is at the Seventh Day Adventist Church 1200 Central Ave, McKinleyville, CA.
- Large animal evacuation: Large animals: horses, cattle, are welcome at the Hoopa Rodeo Grounds. There are plenty of paneled pens, water and feed there. We have foster homes prepared for sheep and goats, but you should call ahead to arrange. We can haul for you if needed. Animals we can’t house include cats, dogs, fowl, however we’re happy to help find fosters, crates, feed, if needed. Call (707)492-2851.
- For Voting Information for Wildfire Evacuees, Click here: Voting Options for Fire Evacuees in Willow Creek/Hoopa Area
- All Klamath-Trinity schools will be closed for the rest of the week.
- SIGN UP FOR HUMBOLDT ALERT–County residents are encouraged to sign up for county emergency notifications via Humboldt Alert at humboldtgov.org/alerts. Residents must opt-in to receive evacuation notifications via phone or email.
If having trouble signing up for Humboldt Alert online, please contact the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Services at 707-268-2500
Earlier Chapters:
- Wildfire Burning South of Willow Creek on Friday Ridge
- Humboldt County Sheriff Reiterates Evacuation Orders and Issues New Evacuation Warnings for the Knob Fire Near Willow Creek
- Knob Fire Blows Up to 250 Acres and Is 0% Contained; Some Willow Creek Residents Forced to Flee
- Knob Fire: Latest Information From the Humboldt County Sheriff’s Department
- Update Evacuation Orders and Warnings for Willow Creek Area on the Knob Fire
- Knob Fire Near Willow Creek Reaches 500 Acres Threatens 150 Residences
- Evacuation Orders and Warnings Expanded for the Knob Fire Near Willow Creek
- Knob Fire Near Willow Creek Now About a 1000 Acres (Accounts Vary) and 0% Contained
- Humboldt County Sheriff’s Department Issues Evacuation Orders East of 299 to the Trinity River
- Trinity County Sheriff’s Office Issues Evacuation Orders in the Salyer Area Because of the Knob Fire
- Klamath-Trinity Schools Closed for the Rest of the Week
- Knob Fire Grows to 1,236 Acres Forcing Evacuations in Both Humboldt and Trinity Counties
- Voting Options for Fire Evacuees in Willow Creek/Hoopa Area
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Pray for the Flying Blue Dog and the wonderful Rita and CO
We’ve been warned (climate change, prolonged droughts) & we’ve watched it happen in recent years to the north, east & south of us, did we really think we were exempt?
Why is it that so many blame THEM, the various state & federal agencies for not saving us? Granted some things out there could & should be managed differently but ultimately we are responsible for our own health, safety & well being. Don’t point the finger at someone else for not taking care of you… Make your home a defensable space twice over! Work with your neighbors to increase that community buffer, be it 2 neighbors or 20.
We have to look out for ourselves & those around us, it’s in our best interest. We’ve chose to live in these mountains so don’t expect 911 to show up on your doorstep when crisis arises.
Lastly, be kind, considerate & respectful of others no matter how much you dislike or disagree with what they tell you, whether in an official capacity or a personal opinion just because it’s the right thing to do.
AND if you’re a wise ass/smart ass (I consider myself both) say something silly that very possibly will bring a smile & a chuckle in response. :). 😀
Wise words Ol’Loco.
Community- Common Unity is our only way forward. Taking care of one another . We must wake up to the reality that things will never be the way they were. That we have done irreparable harm to Mother Earth and we are reaping the “rewards” for her suffering – the separation, the greed the Care Less Ness. We must teach the young ones coming up to value what is real – water, air, our loved ones, the planet that sustains life for all. The stuff, the money… means nothing when there is no home, no food, no air, no trees and no water.
These fires are raging monsters that will burn until the rain comes.???I pray that will be soon and we have a long wet winter.
Looking at the top photo, you can see why so many of these little towns burn. The fire is on the hill, and the trees and brush go right up to the rear of the buildings. Private property owners and others need to clear firebreaks!