Stranger Creek II (WACOA)
66 acre wildfire (90% contained)
Kettle Falls, Washington, United States
Stranger Creek II
113 acre wildfire (90% contained)
Davenport, Washington, United States
Six Mile
Wildfire Status:
The Stranger Creek II wildfire, currently active in the United States, has burned approximately 66 acres since it ignited on August 18, 2024, due to lightning. As of August 24, 2024, the fire is reported to be 90% contained, with fire agencies estimating full containment by August 31, 2024. The incident is being managed by Incident Commanders Shane Roth and Nolan Roth, with a total personnel count of 79 firefighters actively engaged in suppression efforts.
Current weather conditions are relatively favorable for firefighting activities, as an upper-level area of low pressure is contributing to below-normal temperatures and higher humidity levels in the fire area. These conditions are expected to persist with potential rain showers on Saturday, which should further assist in containment efforts. However, as the upper-level low moves eastward, there is a forecast for drier weather and a slight warming trend as the week progresses.
The fuels involved in the fire include medium logging slash, brush, and timber litter. Fire behavior has been characterized as minimal, with backing, creeping, and smoldering observed. The firefighting teams are closely monitoring these conditions and making adjustments to their strategies as needed to ensure the fire remains contained and does not spread further.
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Containment History:
| Date | Percent Contained |
|---|---|
| 2024-08-20 | 0% contained |
| 2024-08-21 | 0% contained |
| 2024-08-22 | 50% contained |
| 2024-08-23 | 60% contained |
| 2024-09-17 | 90% contained |
Fire Growth History:
| Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-08-20 | 66 acres | 0.1 sq mi | 0.3 sq km |
| 2024-09-17 | 66 acres | 0.1 sq mi | 0.3 sq km |