Morris Wildfire, ANF Highway 39, Part 1

The Morris Fire started at 4:27 pm on Tuesday, August 25, 2006 and is burning in steep terrain in the San Gabriel Canyon near Morris Dam. Highway 39, the Glendora Mountain and East Fork Roads are closed to the public. The San Gabriel Canyon is closed to all dispersed recreation and a mandatory evacuation is in place for the East Fork drainage. 1700 acres have been consumed so far, nearly 1,000 people are battling the flames. Flame lengths in excess of 30 to 50 ft, spotting, fire whirls with rapid rates of spread. Moderate runs when in alignment with slope

Significant Events:

Highway 39 and Glendora Mountain Road are closed. Power loss in canyon, evacuation of public extended to Camp Williams and Camp Fellows. Evacuation center established at El Robley Intermediate School, 665 No. Mt. Ave., Claremont,CA

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