The Clear Fire has reached 100% containment, with fire crews continuing mop-up operations in the coming days, according to the latest update from Modoc National Forest officials. This will be the final report unless significant fire activity resumes.
On June 27, fire crews reported substantial progress, achieving 80% containment with no change in the fire’s size, which remained at 890 acres. Crews will continue suppression and clean up efforts in the following days.
Earlier that day, officials reported that all containment lines held overnight, with minimal smoke visible in the morning. The fire was still at 890 acres and 10% contained as personnel worked on reinforcing containment lines.
By the evening of June 26, more accurate mapping reduced the reported size of the Clear Fire to 700 acres, though containment remained at 10%. Fire resources continued constructing containment lines into the evening, with updates promised the next morning unless new developments arose overnight.
Earlier updates noted the fire’s progression:
- 4:33 PM, June 26: The fire was 75 acres with moderate spread, creeping, smoldering, isolated torching, and running.
- 4:00 PM, June 26: The fire covered approximately 20-30 acres and was spreading at a moderate rate. Air and ground resources, including six engines, two crews, one dozer, one air attack, two air tankers, one type 2 helicopter, and multiple overhead personnel, were on the scene.
- 3:15 PM, June 26: The initial report of a vegetation fire west of Clear Lake Reservoir in the Doublehead Ranger District prompted a response from Modoc National Forest fire personnel.
Authorities commend all involved resources for their quick response and hard work both on the scene and behind the scenes.
