The Hathaway Fire started just before noon on Sunday, June 9 east of Hathaway Canyon on the northern portion of the Morongo Indian Reservation. It is currently burning in steep, rugged terrain in the San Gorgonio Wilderness, in an area with significant tree mortality as a result of the 1999-2004 drought and bark beetle infestation. Extreme fire behavior has been observed, including rollout and uphill runs. There is continued potential for large fire growth eastward into the San Gorgonio Wilderness. The east edge of the Hathaway Fire has burned into the western portion of the 2006 Millard Fire.
The objective for todays shift will be to continue monitoring and improving all portions of completed line, and to continue building line into the unsecured northeast corner where fire behavior and terrain allow. Firefighters have been using Minimal Impact Suppression Tactics in the San Gorgonio Wilderness to manage this wildland fire, with the goal of creating the least impact to natural and cultural resources. Due to the remote location, Hotshot crews will be spiked out on Division W in the northeast part of the fire. The infrared equipped helicopter will fly the entire fire perimeter looking for hot spots. Smoke has been visible over a wide area however there is no threat to any communities or structures.
Todays predicted weather: mid 70’s to 90’s based on elevation, 8-15% relative humidity, with southwesterly winds of 15 to 20 mph, gusting 20 to 30 mph.
The Hathaway Incident Command Post is at Noble Creek Park in Beaumont, CA. Motorists should be aware of increased fire-related traffic along I-10 and Oak Valley Parkway.
The San Gorgornio Wilderness area remains open. All local trails and areas such as Pioneertown, Morongo and Yucca and northern Coachella Valleys may be impacted by smoke. Smoke may create decreased visibility for motorists and increased health problems for people with respiratory conditions.
Basic Information
| Incident Type | Wildfire |
|---|---|
| Cause | Under Investigation |
| Date of Origin | Sunday June 09th, 2013 approx. 11:57 AM |
| Location | Snow Peak and Raywood Flats Area, San Gorgonio Wilderness |
| Incident Commander | Garwood |
Current Situation
| Total Personnel | 1,031 |
|---|---|
| Size | 3,807 acres |
| Percent Contained | 52% |
| Estimated Containment Date | Tuesday June 25th, 2013 approx. 12:00 AM |
| Fuels Involved | Heavy chaparral and timber impacted by drought and bug kill |
| Fire Behavior | Active burning with rollout and uphill runs in the unsecured northeast area of the fire; snags, large diameter woody material and steep terrain are affecting ability to go direct. |
| Significant Events | One outbuilding destroyed at Snowpeak Communication Site. There was no damage to the communication equipment. There have been nine minor injuries to firefighters to date. |
Outlook
| Planned Actions | Hold constructed hand and dozer lines. Continue air operations until dusk. Direct supression tactics in the northest part of the fire where fire behavior and terrain allow. 4 crews will be spiked on Division W. |
|---|---|
| Growth Potential | High |
| Terrain Difficulty | Extreme; steep/rugged |
| Remarks | This fire is burning in a remote area that is very steep and difficult to access. Slopes are over 80% in the South fork of the Whitewater River. Resources include: 10 air tankers, 14 helicopters, 37 engines, 24 crews, 20 water tenders, and 7 dozers. Demobilization of units will continue. |
Current Weather
| Wind Conditions | 12-15 G 30 mph SW |
|---|---|
| Temperature | 85 degrees |
| Humidity | 8-15% |
* * * *
Hathaway Fire Update June 15, 2013; 1900 Hrs
Incident: Hathaway Wildfire
Released: 13 hrs. ago
Hathaway Fire Update
June 15th, 2013 7:00pm
San Bernardino National Forest Fire Information Line: (909) 383-5688
Location: North of City of Banning Date Started: June 9th, 2013
San Bernardino National Forest
Percent Contained: 52%
Acres Burned: 3816
Injuries: 9
Cause: Under Investigation Containment
Expected: June 25th, 2013
Resources
Hand crews 24
Engines 37
Helicopters 14
Water Tenders 20
Air Tankers 10
Dozers 7
Total personnel assigned to fire: 1031
Summary:
The Hathaway Fire started on June 9th at approximately 11:57 AM on the Northern portion of the Morongo Indian Reservation. The fire burned north into the San Gorgonio Wilderness on the San Bernardino National Forest. This area is very steep and rugged terrain, with significant tree mortality as a result of the 1999-2004 drought and bark beetle infestation.
Firefighters have been hard at work to contain the activity of the fire on the eastern most edge. Today the fire progression slowed and forces have been using Minimal Impact Suppression Tactics in the San Gorgonio Wilderness to manage this wildland fire with the least impact to natural and cultural resources. This fire is burning into the Millard burn of 2006 which is helping in the containment efforts. Tonight a specialized infrared-equipped helicopter will fly the entire fire perimeter mapping for remaining hot spots. The number of injuries has changed due to the clarification of a reportable injury.
Road & Trail Closures / Evacuations:
There are no road closures or evacuations in the fire area, however users of the Vivian Creek Trail may be impacted by the smoke.
Predicted Weather:
Gusty southwest/up canyon winds will continue through this evening, then diminish overnight. Relative humidity recovery will be good, with poor to moderate recovery at higher elevations.
Agencies Involved:
US Forest Service, Cal-Fire Riverside Unit, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Morongo Band of Mission Indians, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Riverside County Fire,
Don Garwood, Incident Commander, Southern California Interagency Incident Management Team 2
For more information: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/3415/ or follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SanBernardinoN
* * * *
Hathaway Fire Update, June 15, 2013 0700 Hrs
Incident: Hathaway Wildfire
Released: 1 day ago
Hathaway Fire Update
June 15, 2013 7:00am
San Bernardino National Forest Fire Information Line: 909 383-5688
Location: North of City of Banning Date Started: June 9th, 2013
San Bernardino National Forest
Percent Contained: 45%
Acres Burned: 3715 Injuries: 10
Cause: Under Investigation Containment Expected: June 25, 2013
Resources:
Hand crews 33 Engines 47
Helicopters 12 Water Tenders 21
Air Tankers 10 Dozers 7
Total personnel assigned to fire: 1228
Summary:
The Hathaway Fire started on June 9th at approximately 1157 A.M. on the Northern portion of the Morongo Indian Reservation. The fire burned north into the San Gorgonio Wilderness on the San Bernardino National Forest. This area is very steep and rugged terrain, with significant tree mortality as a result of the 1999-2004 drought and bark beetle infe station.
Overnight firefighters worked aggressively to secure, monitor, and build fireline in all areas of the incident. A significant amount of fireline construction has been completed along the western and southern perimeter. The large type 1 helicopters will continue to support the firefighters on the ground as they build fireline along the unsecured fire edge. Within the fire perimeter, there has been minimal fire activity along areas with completed fireline. Smoke may continue to be seen from the desert communities.
Road / Trail . Closures / Evacuations:
There are no road closures or evacuations in the fire area however users of the Vivian Creek Trail may be impacted by smoke.
Predicted Weather:
Mostly sunny, with temperatures in the eighties. General southwest/up canyon winds will continue with the strongest winds expected this afternoon and evening. Afternoon humidity will be into the teens to mid-twenties.
Agencies Involved:
US Forest Service, Cal-Fire Riverside Unit, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Morongo Band of Mission Indians, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Riverside County Fire
Don Garwood, Incident Commander Southern California Interagency Incident Management Team 2
For more information: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/3415/ or follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SanBernardinoNF
* * * *
Hathaway Fire Update, June 14, 2013; 1900 Hrs
Incident: Hathaway Wildfire
Released: 2 days ago
Short runs toward the Whitewater River generated a significant column of smoke this afternoon.
Hathaway Fire Update
June 14, 2013 7:00pm
San Bernardino National Forest Fire Information Line: 909 383-5688
Location: North of City of Banning
Date Started: June 9th, 2013
San Bernardino National Forest
Percent Contained: 45%
Acres Burned: 3596
Injuries: 10
Cause: Under Investigation Containment
Expected: June 25, 2013
Resources
Hand crews 33
Engines 47
Helicopters 12
Water Tenders 21
Air Tankers 10
Dozers 7
Total personnel assigned to fire: 1228
Summary: The Hathaway Fire started on June 9th at approximately 1157 AM on the Northern portion of the Morongo Indian Reservation. The fire burned north into the San Gorgonio Wilderness on the San Bernardino National Forest. This area is very steep and rugged terrain, with significant tree mortality as a result of the 1999-2004 drought and bark beetle infestation.
The fire has made short runs toward the Whitewater River which generated a significant column of smoke this afternoon. Smoke has been visible over a wide area however there is no threat to any communities. Night flying air attack will be utilized this evening and has the capabilities of Infrared Video. Overnight, firefighters will continue to construct and improve hand line.
Road / Trail Closures / Evacuations:
There are no road closures or evacuations in the fire area however users of the Vivian Creek Trail may be impacted by the smoke.
Predicted Weather:
General southwest/up canyon winds will continue through this evening before diminishing. Humidity recovery will be good at lower elevations and poor to moderate at higher elevations.
Agencies Involved:
US Forest Service, Cal-Fire Riverside Unit, California Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation, Morongo Band of Mission Indians, Bureau of Indian Affairs, Riverside County Fire
Don Garwood, Incident Commander, Southern California Interagency Incident Management Team 2
For more information: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/3415/ or follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/SanBernardinoNF
* * * *
INCIDENT COOPERATORS:
Bureau of Indian Affairs, Bureau of Land Management, CalFire, CA Department of Corrections, Morongo FD, Palm Springs FD, Riverside County FD.
* * * *
FIRE INFO CENTER:
(909) 383-5688 – 7 days per week, 0700 – 2000 Hours
FIRE UNIT INFO:
San Bernandino National Forrest – US Forest. 602 S. Tippecanoe Avenue, San Bernandino, Ca.
(c) 2013 The NW Fire Blog
NW Fire Blog 