October 3, 2020 7:30 a.m.

The Umpqua National Forest has reduced the size of the Thielsen Fire closure area.

Mark Turney of the Forest Service said Diamond Lake Resort and Diamond Lake are now available for the public seeking to recreate there. Turney said Diamond Lake campground will not be available to the public and will remain closed for the remainder of the year. Thielsen View campground will be available beginning Monday on a first come-first served basis only and will closed on October 28th. There will be no water available there so campers should plan accordingly.

Turney said the Umpqua Hot Springs, fire lookouts, cabins, and group picnic sites will all remain closed.

Most facilities, such as vault bathrooms, will remain open for public use. Turney said while the Forest Service is following CDC guidelines for the cleaning of public spaces, the agency cannot guarantee a COVID free facility. Members of the public wishing to use these facilities are doing so at their own discretion and should take all necessary precautions to account for their own personal health and safety.