Informational Only Road Closure Salt/14-2 Fire
Monterey County Sheriff's Office and County of Monterey Public Works have implemented a road closure at Oak Street, intersecting Parkfield Coalinga Road, above Center Street. This is to allow for the movement of first responders supporting the Salt/14-2 Fires. Please avoid the area and take alternate routes.

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La Oficina del Alguacil del Condado de Monterey y el Departamento de Obras Públicas del Condado de Monterey han cerrado la calle Oak, en la intersección con Parkfield Coalinga Road, sobre la calle Center. Esto permite el movimiento del personal de emergencias que apoya los incendios Salt/14-2. Por favor, evite la zona y tome rutas alternativas.

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Monterey County Sheriff's Office is issuing an EVACUATION WARNING related to the Salt/14-2 Fire for areas South and East of Parkfield/Coalinga Grade Rd, North of Oak St, and West of Joaquin Canyon and Table Mountain for Zone MRY-G041B

Prepare to evacuate. Gather loved ones, pets, medications, important documents, and your go bag. Stay aware and be ready to leave when an evacuation order is issued.

More/Mas Info: alertmry.org

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La Oficina del Sheriff del Condado de Monterey emite un ADVERTENCIA DE EVACUACIÓN relacionada con el incendio Salt/14-2 para las áreas al sur y al este de Parkfield/Coalinga Grade Rd, al norte de Oa
2/2 k St y al oeste de Joaquin Canyon y Table Mountain, en la zona MRY-G041B.

Prepárese para evacuar. Reúna a sus seres queridos, mascotas, medicamentos, documentos importantes y su mochila de emergencia. Manténgase alerta y listo para salir cuando se emita una orden de evacuación.

Más información: alertmry.org

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South Fork Fire Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) report (via @pjdohertygis )

The South Fork and Salt fires, which ignited on June 17, 2024, burned 17,066 and 7,688 acres, respectively, significantly impacting Lincoln National Forest. The Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) program assessed the damage, focusing on soil burn severity, hydrology, and critical values such as human safety, roads, recreation sites, and cultural resources. Collaborative efforts with various agencies aim to mitigate post-fire risks and support recovery.

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South Fork Fire Burned Area Emergency Response (BAER) Report - July 2024 — Ruidoso-NM.gov | Municipal Website of the Village of Ruidoso, NM

This article summarizes the BAER report on the South Fork and Salt fires, which started on June 17, 2024, and burned over 24,000 acres in Lincoln National Forest. The report assesses soil burn severity, hydrology, and critical values like human safety, roads, recreation, and cultural resources. Coll

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Final on Fire Reporting. Will have Recovery info in future.

South Fork Fire: ACRES 17,569, CONTAINMENT
87%, STATUS Active

Salt Fire: ACRES 7,939, CONTAINMENT 84%
STATUS Active

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On the Salt Fire, firefighters have observed a few hot spots on the southeast corner. Fire within this area will continue to smolder and produce small amounts of localized smoke. Smoke with not impact nearby roadways and heat sources are unlikely to grow, nor do they pose a threat to containment lines.

Weather: After a calmer weather day on Monday, Tuesday will bring an increase in scattered storm activity. Maintain awareness of changing weather conditions and flash flood warnings.

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…Additionally, structure assessment crews have successfully triaged over 4,000 structures across the fire area.

Fire Activity: The South Fork and Salt fires received consistent isolated and scattered precipitation for several days. Thanks to this moisture, hot spots on the South Fork remain suppressed and will remain quiet until a drying trend occurs. Remaining heat sources on the South Fork fire are located interior of control lines and do not post a threat to the perimeter.

On the Salt Fire, firefighters have observed a few hot spots on the southeast corner. Fire within this area will continue to smolder and produce small amounts of localized smoke...

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NOTE: FOR INFO PURPOSES ONLY.

Zakery Pressley, Reporter
Jul 2, 10:38 AM EDT

Acres: South Fork – 17,569
Containment: South Fork – 85%
Personnel: 608

Acres: South Fork – 17,569
Containment: South Fork – 85%
Personnel: 608

Resources: The South Fork and Salt fires are currently staffed with 13 crews, 1 helicopter, 21 engines, 2 bulldozers, and 6 water tenders.

Highlights: The fire area saw clearer skies on Monday, allowing firefighters to focus their efforts on supporting flood mitigation operations on the South Fork fire. In total, hotshots and support crews filled 18,000 sandbags in support of these efforts…

#EAS #WEA for #NMwx Lincoln County OES: Lincoln County OES: Residents and Visitors should be aware that we are monitoring a flash flood from both the #SaltFire and the #SouthForkFire. Residence should move to higher ground. Monitor local media sources to receive updated info. For more information tune into 1490 AM. Source: 200885,NM Lincoln County OES, ** DO NOT RELY ON THIS FEED FOR LIFE SAFETY, SEEK OUT OFFICIAL SOURCES ***