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Pier Fire, Full Containment!

Posted on September 26, 2017 by Tenalu

The Pier Fire has reached full containment at 36,566 acres. Full containment means that a perimeter line surrounds the fire keeping it from growing larger. Flames and smoke will continue to be seen from unburned pockets of vegetation burning well … Continue reading →

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Pier Fire Final Update

Posted on September 23, 2017 by Tenalu

The Pier Fire is 98% contained within fireline as of today. Firefighters will continue to extinguish remaining hot spots along the fire perimeter, suppression repair, and removal of fire equipment that is no longer needed. The public can still expect … Continue reading →

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Pier Fire Update, 10am, 9/19/17: Full Containment is Imminent!

Posted on September 19, 2017 by Tenalu

Estimated Containment Date Wednesday September 20th, 2017 approx. 12:00 AM Work continues to fully contain the fire, focusing on that area west of Pierpoint Springs where the fire still smolders on the south side of the Tule River. Crews continue … Continue reading →

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Pier Fire Update, 10am, 9/18/17: 95% containment, highway 190 open, all evac orders lifted.

Posted on September 18, 2017 by Tenalu

ANNOUNCEMENTOfficials Lift All Evacuation Orders for the Pier Fire, Highway 190 Opened Effective 10:00 am on Monday, September 18, 2017, officials will lift all voluntary evacuation orders for communities impacted by the Pier Fire. Size: 36,556 acres Fire Start: August … Continue reading →