Goosmus Fire (WANES)

Wildfire Status:

The Goosmus Fire, located approximately 5 miles north of Curlew, WA, is currently 100% contained and in patrol status as of October 6, 2024. The incident began on September 25, 2024, and has burned a total of 1,738 acres. The fire was caused by a powerline and has involved various fuel types including short grass, timber, and brush. There are no active evacuations in place, but some roads, specifically Big Goosmus Road and 4th of July Creek Road, remain closed to the public with access limited to local residents.

In terms of response, the fire is being managed by a local Type 4 organization responsible for overseeing the patrol and rehabilitation efforts. As of the latest update, there are no personnel actively fighting the fire since it has been fully contained. The Incident Management Team has expressed gratitude to the surrounding communities for their support, which played a significant role in the successful containment of the fire. No further updates are anticipated as the situation stabilizes.

Weather conditions have not been detailed in the current report, but the containment status suggests that conditions have been favorable for firefighting efforts. The fire response has transitioned from active suppression to monitoring and rehabilitation, which is indicative of a successful management strategy following the initial outbreak.

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