Full Notification

Public Information Release
August 18, 2016
Lieutenant Steve Brooks, Public Information Officer


Firefighters continue to improve and hold existing lines while mopping up hot spots across the fire area. Fire suppression repair has begun in an effort to minimize the effects of the fires damage. Damage Inspection Teams continue to survey the fire area to determine how many structures have been damaged or destroyed. Current data indicates that the fire has destroyed 300 structures; including 190 single-family homes, 8 commercial structures, and 102 other structures such as sheds and smaller outbuildings. As surveys are completed and additional data is confirmed, the number of structures damaged or destroyed may rise. Containment of the fire is at 60%


Evacuations:

Mandatory – Areas within the fire perimeter served by Morgan Valley Road.

Advisory – None


Evacuation Centers:

Kelseyville High School
5480 Main St.
Kelseyville

Seventh Day Adventist Church
3500 Hill Road E.
Lakeport

Twin Pine Casino
22223 Hwy 29
Middletown


Road Closures:

Main Street, east of Highway 29 and Highway 53 Junction. Lake Street, south of Dam Road.

For more information visit www.fire.ca.gov and www.readyforwildfire.org