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| Jesusita fire: CAL FIRE Blue Sheet - Preliminary Burn-over reports Posted: 11 May 2009 12:17 PM PDT
CalFire has released the "Blue Sheet" preliminary report about the Jesusita fire burn overs(4) that occurred on the Jesusita fire last week. There were four burn over incidents that involved firefighters sheltering in structures or their vehicles during the Jesusita fire incident. Cal Fire .pdf copy - Link. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ BLUE SHEET PRELIMINARY SUMMARY REPORT
Firefighter Burn Injury Wednesday, May 6, 2009 Jesusita Fire CA-LPF-001479 Firefighter Burn Injury Investigation CA-CSR-000031 This Preliminary Summary Report is intended as an aid in accident prevention, and to provide factual information from the first 24 hours of the accident review. To that end it is published and distributed within a short time frame. Information contained within may be subject to revision as further investigation is conducted, and other reports and documents are received. Synopsis On the afternoon of Wednesday, May 6, 2009, several engine companies assigned to structure protection on the Jesusita Fire, North of the City of Santa Barbara, experienced extreme fire behavior related to the surfacing of strong down slope (sundowner) winds typical of the area. This sudden increase in fire behavior resulted in the burn over of a Ventura County engine company, causing burns and smoke inhalation to the engine crew members. During this same fire behavior event, several other engine companies and overhead personnel were required to take refuge in structures and apparatus. This event resulted in significant damage to two Type One engines, two light duty vehicles, and minor injuries to fire personnel. Narrative Strike Team VNC 1580A was assigned to structure protection in the Spyglass Ridge Road area of Mission Canyon. One of the Engine Companies had deployed two attack lines around structures, and one line for engine protection. At approximately 1610 hrs, a strong down canyon wind spread the fire toward the structure. The firefighters retreated into the structure and were forced out when the structure became well involved. Three Firefighters were transported to the Grossman Burn Center in Sherman Oaks where the Firefighters were admitted for burns and smoke inhalation. Strike Team LFD 1001A was assigned to structure protection in the Holly Road area of Mission Canyon. During the increased fire behavior, individuals assigned to two light duty vehicles took refuge inside structures. The two light duty vehicles were destroyed by fire. One minor eye injury was reported. The individual was treated and released at a local hospital. Civilians on Holly Road that chose to stay after the evacuation order was given remained in their home through the increased fire behavior event. These civilians were escorted from the area afterwards with no injuries and minor damage to the structure. Strike Team LFD 1002A was assigned to structure protection in the Palomino Road area. Strike Team LAC 1240A responded from staging to assist Strike Team LFD 1002A. In the process of turning around one engine from Strike Team LAC 1240A, the fire behavior increased. The Engine Company attempted to defend the engine. As the fire behavior continued to increase, the Engine Company took refuge in the closest structure. The structure subsequently caught fire. The Engine Company escaped the structure without injury, returned to the Engine and exited the area. The engine sustained minor damage. Strike Team XVE 1550A was assigned to structure protection in the Tunnel Road area. A Santa Paula Engine from the Strike Team was providing structure protection as the fire behavior increased. The Engine Company took refuge in a structure. Due to changing fire behavior the engine was repositioned and received minor damage while backing. An engine company from Ventura City, also assigned to the Strike Team, took refuge in their engine while engaged in structure protection in the same area. While inside the engine, fire shelters were taken from the plastic containers but not deployed. No injuries occurred. Recommendations For Immediate Corrective Actions
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| Vehicle explosion: 1 injured - College of the Desert’s Public Safety Academy Posted: 11 May 2009 09:34 AM PDT
A student suffered first- and second-degree burns Sunday following a vehicle explosion at College of the Desert's Public Safety Academy, according to authorities. Crews responded to the explosion at 3:42 p.m. Sunday, Riverside County sheriff's Deputy Herlinda Valenzuela said. The student was inside the vehicle when it exploded, she said. Authorities are still investigating the cause.
Riverside County sheriff's deputies stand guard at a gate near College of the Desert's Public Safety Academy, where a student was injured in a vehicle explosion Sunday. (Marcel Honore, The Desert Sun) Several patrol cars and at least two fire engines remained at the scene just before 5 p.m. Crews contained the blaze and kept if from spreading to a nearby structure. The burn victim was taken to the hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries, Valenzuela said. Source: My Desert - Link  |
| CA-LPF- Jesusita fire - Quick Look - 8,733 acres 70% Posted: 11 May 2009 11:52 AM PDT
 Santa Barbra - Jesusita fireCredit: Mike Meadows fotoguy2008 Update: 05-11-09 1130hrs- 5 air tankers including the DC10 and 10 helicopters on Jesusita Fire this AM. Update: 05-11-09 1000hrs- MOST PREVIOUS EVACUATION WARNINGS HAVE BEEN LIFTED. Please remember that an evacuation warning still exists in the following areas. TUNNEL ROAD NORTH OF MONTROSE, PALAMINO ROAD NORTH OF WILLIAMS WAY, SAN ROQUE ROAD NORTH OF THE WATER TREATMENT PLANT. Hot Springs North extending to Camino Cielo, East Valley to Sycamore Canyon, Sycamore Canyon to Stanwood, Stanwood to Foothill, Foothill to Hwy 154 continuing on Cathedral Oaks to Patterson Ave., Patterson Ave. to San Jose Creek extending to Camino Cielo.
Jesusita fire Current Situation Size 8,733 acres Percent Contained 65% Estimated Containment Date Wednesday May 13th, 2009 aprox 12:00 AM Fuels Involved - Chaparral (6 Feet) Fire Behavior - The marine inversion, consumption of fine fuels and efficient mop-up operations has resulted in significantly less visible smokes as compared to yesterday. Limited smokes and minor flare-ups were observed. No uphill runs occurred. Significant Events With the influence of the fog the fire continues to lay down. No significant fire growth. Foothill Road (HWY 192) opened at 1000 today while HWY 154 remains closed. Some areas on the West side of the fire remain evacuated. Repopulation has occurred resulting in 90% of the evacuated area able to return home. Outlook Planned Actions - Perimeter control, continue line construction, mop-up and patrol structures. Continue handline construction in West fork of Cold Springs Creek. Total Personnel 4,150- Engines: 428, Crews: 110, Dozers: 22, Water Tenders: 36, Air Tankers: 5, Helicopters: 10 Firefighter injuries to date: 28 Damage assessment (in progress): 77 residences destroyed, 60 outbuildings destroyed, 22 residences damaged, 69 outbuildings damaged Cause: Under investigation( Mechanical brush clearing suspected.) Tip line: 805-686-5074 Estimated costs to date: 9.0 million dollars  |
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