[pct-l] Fire in Feather River Canyon

[Clifford McDonald]

http://www.orovillemr.com/news/ci_21191239/chips-fire-feather-river-canyon-a
t-150-acres

9:30 a.m. update: Chips Fire in Feather River Canyon at 150 acres

Staff Reportsorovillemr.com

Posted: 07/30/2012 08:39:19 AM PDT





QUINCY - As of late Sunday night, the Chips Fire in the Feather River Canyon
had grown to about 150 acres. 

More than 200 firefighters are battling the fire in very steep and rocky
terrain, supported by engines, helicopters and air tankers. 

As of last night, the fire had crossed the ridge between Chips Creek and
Indian Creek drainages. 

Ben Lomond and Indian Creek trails are closed, according to a press release
from the Plumas National Forest. The Pacific Crest Trail is closed between
Belden on Highway 70 and Highway 36. 

Highway 70 is not closed, and all roads and campgrounds are open. No
structures are threatened, Tavelers along Highway 70 should check road
conditions on the California Department of Transportation website:
www.dot.ca.gov/hq/roadinfo/Hourly. Information is also available by calling
1-800-427-7623. 

Smoke is settling in the canyon and nearby areas including Butte Lake and
Lake Almanor. 

The fire was discovered about 1:15 a.m. on Sunday, about one mile up the
Chips Creek drainage. Its cause is under investigation.