Mission Fire
Progression
The Mission Fire was reported on September 3, 2017, at 1:00 PM PDT, approximately two miles east of North Fork, California, near the neighborhood of Cascadel Woods, in the Sierra National Forest. The fire was located in steep terrain and was fueled by dead trees, mixed conifer and brush, which made it challenging for firefighters.
The fire burned close to Northfork Rancheria of Mono Indians of California tribal land, specifically sensitive areas. The tribe's archaeologist, Gaylen Lee, the tribe's Environmental Director, Christina McDonald, and the tribe's Cultural Specialist, Dene Fink accompanied fire crews, helping crews avoid disturbing sacred ground with large equipment, including dozers.
The fire was contained on September 13 and had burned a total of 1,035 acres (4 km). The cause of the fire is under investigation. The fire threatened 237 homes, damaged four buildings, and destroyed four. At its height, 1,739 personnel fought the fire.
See also
References
- ^ "Mission Fire". Mission Fire. State of California. Retrieved 7 September 2017.
- ^ "Mission Fire". InciWeb. Sierra National Forest, US Forest Service. Archived from the original on 5 September 2017. Retrieved 7 September 2017.
- ^ Ruffalo, Brianna (7 September 2017). "Members of North Fork Rancheria Tribe concerned about Mission Fire burning near tribal land". ABC30 Fresno. Retrieved 7 September 2017.
External links
Media related to Mission Fire at Wikimedia Commons