Officials on the Microwave Tower Fire west and south of Mosier say crews have made excellent progress in building and securing lines. Firefighters were able to build direct line to Interstate 84. Tuesday, mop up along the northwestern and northeastern lines was continuing, with aircraft dropping water as needed to contain those lines. Crews were also continuing to secure, monitor, and patrol the entire fire perimeter. Officials with the Central Cascades Interagency Management Team says despite Monday’s precipitation fuels remain dry, and interior pockets of unburnt fuel will continue to produce smoke, and flames may be visible. The reported containment of the fire remains at 53%, while its size remains at 1,306 acres. The Wasco County Sheriff’s Office says there is no change in evacuation advisories today for the Microwave Tower Fire area west and south of Mosier. The Columbia River Highway State Trail remains closed, and the Sheriff’s Office is asking people to refrain from using it for the safety of the public and first responders. Hood River Road is also closed due to firefighting efforts.