Windigo Fire and Potter Fire Daily Update for August 3, 2022

Yesterday, crews and dozers continued to build line around the Windigo and Potter Fires. Road systems are being cleared to be utilized as defensible containment lines. Air and ground resources also worked on initial attack addressing new fire starts in response to Monday night’s lightning storm. One start was located near Little Dome Rock northwest of the Potter Fire. Today, with the arrival of more equipment and staff, crews will continue to prepare primary and alternative fire lines. On the Windigo Fire, dozer line creation will continue at the base of the butte. Handline will be cut on the steeper slopes. On the Potter Fire, crews will continue to prepare Road 2154 and scout for closer, more direct access. Initial attack will continue in both areas with the support of one Type 1 helicopter and one Type 3 helicopter arriving in the afternoon. Fire behavior is expected to be moderate with high temperatures in the mid-80s for both fires. Southwest wind will reach 20-25 mph on ridge tops creating spotting distances of up to ¼ - ½ mile. Smoke will be visible from both fires. Area closures and restrictions include: ● Pacific Crest Trail from OR Highway 58 (north end) to OR Highway 138 (south end); ● Kelsey Horse Camp in the Umpqua National Forest; ● Forest Service Road (FSR) 60 from the junction with FSR 6020 in Deschutes National Forest to FSR 2612 in the Umpqua National Forest; ● Temporary Flight Restriction over the two fires. Windigo Fire Acreage: Approx. 978 acres Containment: 0% Location: 20 miles southwest of La Pine, OR Cause: Under Investigation Potter Fire Acreage: Approx. 97 acres Containment: 0% Location: 8 miles northeast of Toketee area Cause: Lightning Via Northwest Incident Management Team 6