Woodrat Mountain Fire 50% Contained, Incident Transitions to Local Team
Woodrat Mountain Fire crews reached 50% containment and extended mop-up to 200 feet from the fire's perimeter. The Oregon Department of Forestry reports the fire remains mapped at 282 acres. The snagging operation has been completed across the incident, removing hazardous trees presenting a significant challenge to firefighter's efforts in securing portions of the perimeter. Overnight resources included seven 20-person hand crews, one 10-person hand crew, three Type 6 engines and four water tenders. Firefighters continued gridding for remaining heat and working deeper into the burned area. A local Type 4 organization assumed command this morning as the incident continues to stabilize and decrease in complexity. A Temporary Flight Restriction remains in place over the fire area. Flying a drone near a wildfire is illegal and can force firefighting aircraft to leave the area. The official cause of the fire remains under active investigation.
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Night Crews Further Engaged Forks Park Fire, 100% Lined
Night resources engaged the Fork State Park Fire, with three crews, two engines, and two water tenders continuing suppression work overnight. According to the Oregon Department of Forestry, crews focused on strengthening and securing line around the fire and extinguishing remaining heat. The blaze is 100% lined and remains at an estimated 10 acres. The official cause of the fire remains under investigation. Forward progress of the fire has been stopped, and favorable conditions overnight helped firefighters ahead of another hot day today. According to the Josephine County Sheriff's Office, a Level 2: BE SET Evacuation warning is in effect for Zones JCU 512-B, JCU 513-B, and JCU-516 -- West Side Rd to Rockydale Rd/S to Pinewood way.
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Officer-Involved Shooting Results in Hospitalized Suspect, OSP Investigating
Grants Pass Police officers responded today at 7:09 a.m. to the 1600 block of NE 6th Street following reports of a male with a firearm attempting to break into a vehicle. According to a GPPD news release, during the incident, the suspect displayed the weapon, then struck the victim’s head with the body of the gun. After the confrontation, the suspect fled on foot, running south on NE 7th Street. Responding patrol officers observed the suspect on Midland Avenue. During the encounter, the suspect pointed a firearm at the officers. Faced with the perceived imminent threat of death or serious physical injury, three officers discharged their duty firearms. The officers were also attempting to prevent the suspect from causing further harm at the time of the encounter. Emergency medical aid was immediately rendered to the suspect, who had sustained multiple gunshot wounds. Officers continued providing care until relieved by American Medical Response and Grants Pass Fire and Rescue.
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