Lockheed Fire [Santa Cruz] 8-16
The fire in the Santa Cruz Mountains has now burned over 6,800 acres and is 50% contained. The weather has been cooperating, with lighter than expected winds. So far only 4 injuries have been reported and 2 outbuildings have been damaged by the fire. More than 250 residences are threatened. The evacuation order has been lifted for Bonny Doon, but still in place for Swanton, about 300 people.
The primary fuels are redwood and pine trees. The area is mountainous with few roads for access.
Currently there are 291 engines, 28 crews, 31 dozers, 21 water tenders, 14 helicopters, 6 air tankers, and 2,028 personnel assigned to the fire. To date cost $6.2 million.
Links: Cal Fire Lockheed Fire page, the Enplan Wildfire Viewer, the Santa Cruz Sentinel local news page, and their map of the Lockheed Fire.
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