September 10, 2022 10:00 a.m.

Road closures are still in place at the Rum Creek Fire, in Josephine County.

An update said the public is reminded not to drive past or around road closures, as this creates a hazard for firefighters and residents trying to return home.

The Red Flag Warning and the Heat Advisory issued by the National Weather Service extend into Saturday evening.

Despite critical fire weather Friday, the fire stayed within its foot print with no acreage gain. One interior flare up was suppressed using water drops from helicopters to ensure fire did not threaten the containment line. On most of the fire, personnel took advantage of the increased fire behavior to continue to mop up near the fire’s edges. Containment has increased to 55 percent.

After Saturday, fire weather is expected to abate, with cooler temperatures and higher relative humidity. After the extensive dry spell, fuels remain dry and the potential for new fire starts will stay high. Any new fire is expected to spread rapidly. Resources from the fire are available to help with initial attack on new fire starts nearby.

The Rum Creek Fire is listed at 21,347 acres.

More information is at: https://www.facebook.com/rumcreekfire2022