For the second night in a row the Simmons Fire stayed with its footprint with no new growth being reported. The fire is 351 acres and 85% contained.
Today, remaining resources, including a hand crew and engines continue to cold trail the fire’s edge checking for any remaining heat along the fire line. Heavy and downed fuels continue to smolder within the fire’s interior and engines remain engaged patrolling and monitoring the perimeter for the possibility of lingering heat or smokes. Over the last few days, wildland fire resources have been aggressively working to protect the...