October 8, 2012 10:00 AM
The Cinnamon Bear Fire, burning on National Forest land 11
miles southeast of Pagosa Springs, CO, is
estimated at 85 acres. This number is less than was estimated yesterday
due to better and more accurate mapping. As of yesterday evening, the
fire is 30% contained. Fire managers are expecting more favorable
conditions today that may help increase containment. A total of 78 personnel
are on the fire including the Sierra Hotshots, 2 Juniper Valley crews, and
several individuals from Pagosa Fire Protection District, Upper Pine Fire
Protection District, Archuleta County Emergency Management, Ute Mountain
Agency, Durango Helitack, Wasatch Helitack, Mesa Verde National Park and the
Pagosa Ranger District. One type 1 helicopter and one type 3 helicopter are
also being utilized. Over the weekend, SEATs (Single engine air tankers)
made several drops to stop or limit the advancement of the head of the fire.
For updates, please check www.acemergency.org
