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| Rocky Mountain Incident Management Team B | ||||
| Phone: 970-327-0252 (active through 7:00 a.m. on 5/29/10) |
Final Release: Beaver Fire (05-28-10)
Norwood, Colo. – Fire crews continue to secure the perimeter of the Beaver Fire. The fire weather during the last few days has been a good test to determine that the fire crews’ efforts should keep the fire from growing. There is a Red Flag Warning in the area again today due to warm weather, low relative humidity and gusty winds. However, officials do not anticipate the warning to affect the fire’s size. As we head into the Memorial Day weekend, the recent increase in fire activity around the country provides a good reminder to be cautious with all fire in the outdoors.
On Saturday the Rocky Mountain Type II Incident Management Team-B will transition the incident to a Type III fire management organization. Throughout today members of the Type III organization will shadow with members of Todd Pechota’s team. “One of our main objectives is to transition this incident in a smooth and safe manner. It has been a pleasure working with the Norwood Ranger District, Uncompahgre Field Office, all participating agencies and the Norwood community” stated Incident Commander Todd Pechota.
In fire, we all work together. Local, state, tribal and federal firefighters all work together around the nation to keep the public safe and natural resources protected. Pooling our strengths, resources and experience improves our effectiveness and keeps costs down.
On behalf of the entire Rocky Mountain Type II Incident Management Team-B, we would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to all of the agencies, community members, business owners and residents for their patience and hospitality. Your kindness is greatly appreciated.
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Beaver Fire Statistics at a Glance:
Time/Date Started: May 22, 2010 approximately 3:00 p.m.
Location: Norwood, Colorado
Cause: Downed Power Line
Estimated Cost: $1,152,418
Fuels: Pinyon-Juniper, mixed conifer, grass-sage
Size: 2,610 acres
Containment: 70%
Injuries: one minor knee injury
Resources Committed: 4 type one crews, 1 type two crew, 1 type one helicopter, 1 type three helicopter, 11 engines, 1 dozer, 2 water tenders, 275 personnel
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