September 29, 2024 3:50 p.m. 

The Homestead Complex has grown slightly to 10,024 acres and 35 percent containment, while the Diamond Complex remains at 11,141 acres and 90 percent contained as of mid-day Sunday.

An Umpqua National Forest update said warm and dry conditions contributed to backing fire and smoke visibility on Saturday. Infrared heat signatures still show scattered heat with smoldering and creeping in available fuels. This predominantly interior activity poses no threat to the containment of the fires.

Fire managers observed minimal spread on the northwest portion of the Horse Heaven Fire. Fire crews are continuing to mop up and patrol as needed. Chipping and mastication were completed along Forest Service Roads 3180 and the 100 spur. Monday, chipping will begin along FSR 3829. Engine crews will continue to patrol and backhaul hose from areas where it’s no longer needed.

The Fuller Lake Fire continues to produce visible smoke as it backs and creeps into the Boulder Creek Wilderness. Fire managers estimate a few more days to complete chipping of slash along FSR 3810 as well as multiple days of hazardous tree removal work for sawyers. On the Bullpup Fire, numerous roads are still being graded and crews continue to ship piles of woody debris along roads.

The No Man Fire remains in patrol and monitor status, presenting no signs of smoke or fire activity.

Two fires remain uncontained on the Diamond Complex. Chipping continues on the Potter Fire along FSR 100, with chips being hauled away and utilized for ground cover in the Diamond Lake area. The Pine Bench Fire is wrapping up and shows no visible smoke.