Mokelumne Fire Now At 199 Acres & 5% Contained

Bear Valley, CA..The fire is currently 199 acres with low to moderate fire behavior. The fire will be moderated by helicopter bucket drops to minimize fire spread. The following trails may be impacted by smoke: Jackson Canyon, Frog Lake, Lake Valley (Camp Irene), Underwood Valley Trailhead (TH), Woodchuck TH, and Sandy Meadow TH. This fire is being managed using MIST tactics to minimize fire suppression impact to the wilderness. Firefighters will focus today on keeping the fire south of the Mokelumne River. Helicopter is dipping out of a nearby man made reservoir outside of the wilderness. This fire is being managed to protect, maintain, and enhance resources while being allowed to function in its natural ecological role. No evacuations have been issued. The public is advised to avoid this area due to hazardous conditions.

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