Incident Update Post Fire

Situation Summary

Firefighters continue to make significant progress on the Post fire increasing containment lines around the fire.  Crews on the north end of the fire continue mop-up operations and patrols focusing on hotspots and eliminating areas of heat and smoke.  Forward progress on the north end has been stopped at the I-5 freeway helping to reduce smoke conditions.

On the northwest side of the fire, crews are reinforcing control lines to protect infrastructure and natural resources.  Firefighters are strengthening and extending fire lines along the southern flank to tie in with crews from the south edge of the fire.

Steep terrain and brush in some areas are extremely difficult to access.  Firefighters are being shuttled by boat from Pyramid Lake and flown in by helicopter to access any active fire and protect control lines.

Heavy wilderness areas along the southwest flank continue to be a significant concern with potential wind alignment affecting control objectives. Crews continue to work in forested areas affected by the fire to protect natural resources.

Today’s weather was warm and dry, with temperatures in the mid-70s to low 80s. Winds continue to hamper operations with gusts up to 40 MPH.

Stay informed:

For the latest fire information for Los Angeles County, visit www.lacounty.gov/emergency

For updates on the fire in Ventura County, visit www.vcemergency.com

For the most up-to-date information on evacuation orders, please visit the Genasys Protect website at: https://protect.genasys.com/.

Evacuation Information:

Evacuation Orders

Evacuation Orders are in place for areas west of Interstate 5 between Pyramid Lake and Gorman, including the Hungry Valley State Vehicular Recreation Area. (Zone: GOR-HUNGRYVALLEY)

Evacuation Warnings

The Post wildfire is burning near Pyramid Lake. An EVACUATION WARNING has been issued for areas south of Pyramid Lake between Old Ridge Route and the LA County line, including Paradise Ranch Estates (Zone: CAS-GOLDENSTATE). BE PREPARED TO LEAVE. Those who need extra time evacuating should leave now. Dial 911 for emergency help. More info is available on www.alertla.org

Numerous firefighting air tankers from throughout the State are flying fire suppression missions as conditions allow.

Engines

146

Water Tenders

27

Helicopters

15

Dozers

13

Hand Crews

48

Total Personnel

1747

Cooperating Agencies