SEKI Update on Coffeepot Fire Burning Near Three Rivers

[SOURCE: SEKI Public Affairs]

Good morning, 

We wanted to provide you with information about the Coffeepot Fire in Sequoia National Park that has stirred up some interest due to some growth and increased smoke since Sunday morning. This fire does not currently pose a threat to life or property, and crews are actively working to suppress it. 

Late Sunday, tanker aircraft dropped a significant amount of fire retardant around the fire area to box in the fire. That containment is still holding this morning. Helicopter 552 is doing water drops this morning to enforce last night’s retardant box. Crews will be inserted by helicopter to work on hand line. 

Fire: Coffeepot 

Lat/Long: N36.391633 x W-118.7645

Fire Cause: Lightning 

Geographic Location: Near the boundary line with Case Mtn (BLM) in Coffeepot Canyon, Sequoia National Park.

Elevation: about 6200ft

Fuels: Single Tree with ground fire

Acreage: 9.5 acres 

Aspect: North 

Fire Behavior: smoldering with open flame on the ground fuels

Spread Potential: Moderate

Hazards: Steep rugged terrain

Current strategy is to suppress the fire due to location and spread potential.

These photos were taken this morning 8/12.

Sequoia and Kings Canyon National Parks fire crews are being supported other NPS crews, Cal Fire, and the U.S. Forest Service

We will provide updates as conditions change.

Sintia

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