Duck Lake Fire being monitored; smoke visible in surrounding areas
The lightning caused Duck Lake fire was discovered on July 5, 2024. The fire is currently at 31 acres in size and is located off of Forest Road (FR)116 and FR72, and near FR72M. Firefighting resources include 1 Type 3 engine, and 1 Type 6 engine.
Operations: The Duck Lake fire is being monitored with point protection, a wildfire response strategy to protect specific assets or highly valued resources, and an objective of keeping the fire within the designated perimeter. As fire moves across the landscape it will consume dead and down fuels that remain within the footprint of the Wallow fire. Fire crews will continue to prepare holding lines in anticipation of the potential progression and growth of the fire.
Smoke: Smoke may be visible from FR116, the Westfork trail head, Thompson Crossing and Reservation Lake. Air quality information is available at https://www.airnow.gov/.
Closures: There are no road or trail closures at this time, however, visitors are advised to avoid camping in proximity of the fire area.
Value at Risk: There are no structures, homes, or infrastructure threatened at this time.
Safety: There are no evacuations at this time.
Weather: The forecast is calling for mostly cloudy skies, with a high of 79 degrees and winds 5 to 10 mph. There is a 40% chance of showers and thunderstorms in the afternoon.
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