The Sheep Fire is 71% contained this morning according to fire officials, with the current mapping showing 29,538 acres burned in the fire, which began more than two weeks ago.
Minimal growth occurred yesterday and according to the morning update crews continue to strengthen line and patrol for hotspots.
The crews kept up their efforts yesterday on the northwest and western edges of the fire to bolster containment lines and reduce any potential for spread.
Crews are working to wrap up the fire near Williams Creek along the northwest side of the fire and out toward the Roxie Peconom area and Willard Creek Road along the western edge.
The remaining portions of the fire are being patrolled and mop up is being executed where firefighters find any remaining heat.
A majority of the smoke visible to the residents in the area is coming from pockets of unburned fuel far within the fire’s perimeter and does not pose a threat to containment.
Even though all evacuation orders related to the Sheep Fire in Lassen County have been lifted, it’s of utmost importance for residents to remember the fire is not out and to remain vigilant.
Officials ask that you use caution, reduce your speed, drive with your headlights on and yield to emergency personnel and fire equipment.
Currently there are 9 dozers, 83 engines, 9 hand crews, 4 helicopters, 25 water tenders, 5 other pieces of heavy equipment and 558 total personnel on the fire.
