Incident Update Borel Fire

Situation Summary

Borel Fire: https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/casqf-borel-fire
Acres: 59,288 Containment: 91%
Total Personnel: 811

There is no expectation for additional growth on the Borel Fire, but crews remain ready to respond to any unexpected fire behavior. The focus is on suppression repair and eliminating flare ups in steep terrain within the fire’s perimeter. Several evacuations were lifted yesterday, leaving only two areas under Evacuation Order.

Crews made excellent progress on suppression repair efforts yesterday. Firefighters continue to work hard in difficult terrain to completely contain the fire with line from hand crews and dozers. Isolated torching can be expected well inside the perimeter and can be seen as a visible glow at night. These isolated pockets of unburned fuel currently pose no threat to the fire’s perimeter or surrounding communities. As residents re-enter their neighborhoods and properties, we ask for careful, slow, and safe driving due to the large number of personnel still working, including fire, utilities, and other crews.

A Local Assistance Center will be opening for those affected by the Borel Fire from Saturday, August 10, through Tuesday, August 13, from 10:00 am until 7:00 pm at the Lake Isabella Senior Center, 6401 Lake Isabella Blvd. Lake Isabella, CA 93240. If you need assistance, please call 661-873-2660.

For more information on the Borel Fire, visit:https://inciweb.wildfire.gov/incident-information/casqf-borel-fire

 

Evacuation Information:

Sequoia National Forest & BLM Closures & Restrictions

Sequoia National Forest lands, roads, trails, and recreation sites around the Trout and Long Fires are temporarily closed under Forest Order No. 0513-24-12. Lands, roads, trails, and recreation sites around the Borel Fire are closed under Forest Order No. 0513-24-14. Fire restrictions are in effect under Forest Order No. 0513-24-10. All orders, maps, and accompanying appendices can be found on the Forest’s website: tinyurl.com/2en2d36k. The Bureau of Land Management Bakersfield Field Office has temporarily closed Long Valley Campground, Chimney Creek Campground, and portions of the Pacific Crest Trail (PCT). View the emergency closure order here: tinyurl.com/4mprcb9b. The PCT is closed between Hwy 178 at Walker Pass (mile 653) and the South Fork of the Kern River bridge (mile 717.7).

Road Closures

Caliente Bodfish Road is now open, however crews remain in the area with heavy apparatus performing work on and near the roads; please proceed with caution. Visit the Kern County Public Works Department website for the additional information on county road closures (tinyurl.com/z6crvp6t)

Large-Animal Assistance

The rodeo grounds in Kernville (467 Scodie Ave., Kernville) is available for residents who need to move large animals or livestock. For more information, contact Orion, Kernville Chamber of Commerce, 661-340-0026.