#PlatteRiverFire: Wildland fire in Pine near Longview and Dome Rock

Jeffco Sheriff @jeffcosheriffco 21m
Update #PlatteRiverFire: evacuations will remain in effect until Sunday evening at the earliest, although that may be extended. Fire remains at 30+ acres with a very active scene and Platte River Rd remains closed. Workers are expected to do repairs re: downed power on Sunday.

PSICC Update 6/11/2021 @ 7:00 pm:

Good progress was made today on line work on the north perimeter of the fire. This work will continue tomorrow. Firefighters will scout east and west aspect for line construction opportunities. The fire is burning in steep and rocky terrain.

Size: 37 acres

Resources: 5 crews [1-Type 1 crew Tatanka Hotshots/South Dakota; 1-Type 2 (White River Fire Module); 3 - Fire Modules (providing structure protection and mop up)], 3 Engines, Helitack Crew, 1-Type 2 Helicopter, Air Attack

Containment: 0

Closures: County Road 97 south of the junction with County Road 96 (Foxton Road)

Cause: Unknown. Being investigated.
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@PSICC_NF 45m
High water levels and no river crossing required the Tatanka Hotshots be transported across the South Platte River to the #PlatteRiverFire by the #WestMetroFire Swift Water Rescue Team today.



@WestMetroFire 3h
We have a crew of firefighters helping out on the #PlatteRiverFire, but their job there is a bit unusual. West Metro's dive team is responsible for getting firefighters closer to the line, by ferrying people and equipment across the Platte River. 1/2
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The fire is burning in very steep, hard to access country. Taking handcrews across the river means they don't have a long hike in, and they don't have to chance wading across the river. While the deepest channel is around 5 feet, the water is running deceptively fast. 2/2

PSICC Update 6/12/21 @ 9:00am
Today crews on the north side of the fire will be engaged in mop up around the structures. On the south side of the fire, also referred to as the main fire, the Tatanka Hotshots will cross the South Platte River on a raft with the help of the West Metro Swift Water Rescue Team. The fire is held along the perimeter due to scattered fuels and decomposed granite. There are cool edges with isolated pockets of interior heat. Much of the work that remains is on the east side of the fire.

There are many safety concerns in this area: steep country, falling rocks, hazard trees, slippery loose granite, and a swift river crossing that crews must be transported across.

This is a full suppression fire operation, and all risks are taken into consideration. We are using aerial support to assist ground crews where it is necessary.

Today weather is expected to be sunny with a high of 85 degrees. Winds 4-12 from the Southwest until 10am, then variable at 5mph until 12pm, shifting east 6-10mph with gusts around 21. Relative Humidity is 16%.

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PSICC Update 6/12/2021 @12:00 pm:

Important - There will be increased traffic over the weekend along the Platte River corridor and near Buffalo Creek in addition to fire related vehicles. Please use caution and drive safely.

PSICC Update 6/13/2021 @ 9:00 am:

Yesterday crews continued to improve fire lines surrounding the Platte River Fire and used a helicopter to drop water which cooled hotspots. Today's numbers reflect this hard work, with containment at 50 percent. Most of this containment is in the areas north of County Road 97 and along the southern edge of the main fire, south of CR97.

Today crews will continue improving fire lines to secure the fire’s edge and halt fire growth. Emphasis is placed on patrolling, monitoring and holding the control efforts of the previous two days.

With lines in place and containment increasing the team will begin releasing crews who will return to their home units and prepare for their next assignment.

Remaining on the fire line are approximately 34 personnel with appropriate support staff. Fire line personnel include: Fire Engine, Fire Use Module, Division Supervisor, Swift Water Rescue Team, Rapid Expansion Module, Helicopter

Due to the extremely rugged terrain and the safety risks to fire fighters complete suppression of the fire will not be attained for several weeks. During this period crews will continue to improve lines, if necessary, and they will persistently patrol and monitor the fire. If additional resources are needed in the future, fire crews will be brought in immediately bolstering suppression efforts.

Summary: 37 acres, 50% Containment, 50 total personnel

PSICC Update 6/13/2021 @ 2:30 pm:

Spot fires on the north side of the river were lined, mopped up and are cold. The fire south of the river is 50% contained using natural barriers and handline.

Firefighters will continue to patrol the fire area and utilize IR to monitor any heat within the fire perimeter.

Intermountain Rural Electric Association is replacing damaged poles and restringing lines to restore power today. The evacuation order can not be lifted until power is fully restored. ETA for lifting the evacuation order is early tomorrow.

The area closure will remain in effect and access allowed to residents only, closed to the public until further notice. JeffCo sheriff department will manage the access points.

Estimated date for the fire to transition back to the Forest and Type 4 command is Tuesday, June 15.

Resources for 6/13/21

White River Wildland Fire Module, 1 Type 3 engine, West Metro Swift Water Module

West Metro REMS, 1 EMS ambulance, CO-DFPC Type 2 helicopter, Canon City Helitack

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Jeffco Sheriff 13m
#PlatteRiverFire Update: Effective at 7:00 pm today, June 13, evacuations and pre-evacs are lifted. Evacuated residents may return to their homes. Platte River Rd will remain closed between Foxton Rd & the Douglas County line until further notice, except to local residents.

PSICC Update 6/14/2021 @ 9:15 am:

Jefferson County Sheriff’s Department lifted evacuations and pre-evacuations on the Platte River Fire at 7:00 p.m. yesterday evening. Evacuated residents may return to their homes. The Platte River Rd will remain closed except to local residents between Foxton Rd & the Douglas County line until further notice. Brush, limbs and other debris will be chipped and removed from the fire area. Crews will continue to improve lines and patrol the fire.

The probability for further growth is extremely low. Firefighters will continue to work in this very steep difficult terrain for full containment.

Remaining on the fire line are approximately 34 personnel with appropriate support staff. Fire line personnel include:

• CODFPC Fire Engine

• USFS Fire Use Module

• West Metro Swift Water Rescue Team

• West Metro Rapid Expansion Module

• Elk Creek Fire Module

• CODFPC Type 2 Helicopter and Helitack

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PSICC Update 6/14/2021 @ 5:15 pm:

The fire will transition back to the forest under a Type 4 command tomorrow morning at 0600. The 10-member White River Fire Use Module will remain to continue improving fire lines and patrol the fire. A helicopter will be available as needed.
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