West and Preacher Fires Update: September 15, 2024
Yesterday, firefighters were able to continue ignitions on the West Fire. Ignitions were successful from Bray Creek Ranch south to the Control Road. In the tops of the Webber drainages, helicopters and UAS worked with patience to slowly backfire down from the tops of the drainages, encouraging desired fire effects. For the safety of firefighters, power was turned off for part of the day around Camp Geronimo. This was done in preparation in case they needed to start ignitions around structures. Power was restored after it was...