Last night crews worked all night mopping up and continuing to secure the fire line. Hazard reduction efforts in the area were key to helping firefighters save over 300 homes in the immediate vicinity of the fire. Today crew's are still in active fire fighting by continuing to secure the fire lines and protecting structures. Weather and terrain are still a factor, with major hazards still looming over firefighters with hazardous trees from tree mortality. Current objectives are to keep the fire East of Palla Ranch, South of Earl Pasco Road/Black Canyon Trail, West of Sierra Vista Drive and North of Tilly Creek.
M.E.T and Damage assessment teams are in route to the fire for assessment of the area and for support. A representative will be at the Senior Center in Lake Isabella for families to converse with. There are a total of 29 evacuees at the evacuation center and the center will remain open for duration of the fire.
Additional Information: A recommended evacuation is still in effect and crews are still on the road fighting this fire. Families that are in the area of the recommended evacuations, please be conscious about the power lines, trees, and fire crews around you.