Indian Creek Fire At 335 Acres

The size of the Indian Creek Fire in the Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness increased slightly over the weekend to 335 acres.  Mount Hood National Forest officials report that on Sunday there were four Super Scoopers, fixed wing aircraft, and two Type-2 helicopter including an Oregon Department of Forestry ship dropping water on the fire.  The Washington Department of Natural Resources provided support with an air attack fixed wing aircraft to coordinate the rotation of aircraft over the fire.  On Monday two additional Type-2 helicopters will be added including one from Washington DNR.  A Red Flag Warning is in effect through Monday evening for hot, dry and unstable conditions.  Forest officials say over the weekend a hiker went beyond the closure fence and signage on Eagle Creek Trail at High Bridge and was issued a violation notice with significant fine.  They emphasize it is critical that Eagle Creek hikers comply with closures related to the fire, so firefighters can focus on the fire rather than responding to individuals who enter the closed area.

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