The wildfire burning 12 miles southwest of Marion is 121.5 acres. 50 personnel are on site working on containment. No structures are threatened. Despite winds, firefighters are cautiously optimistic, because there is a dozer line around perimeter of fire zone. Crews expect to work the fire a few more days. Cooler temps and higher humidity are forecasted for this weekend, which will help fire suppression … Continue reading Update #2 on Hubbart Dam Fire
The Hubbart Dam Fire, a ten acre fire south of Marion about 1 mile east of Hubbard Reservoir, began burning in grass, brush and timber yesterday (October 6, 2020). Marion Fire is assisting DNRC. You may have seen helicopters also assisting in fire suppression efforts yesterday and today. If you’re curious about nearby fires, check out DNRC’s Interactive Wildland Fire app. Continue reading Hubbart Dam Fire
Marion FD sent a crew and an engine (1132) to assist firefighting efforts in Northern California on the August Complex fires near Covelo. Continue reading California Deployment
The Valley Creek Fire near the Lost Trail Wildlife Refuge has grown to 75 acres. Heavy air support, equipment and manpower are hitting it. It’s believed to be human-caused. No structures are threatened. Continue reading Valley Creek Fire
