August 20, 2023 3:50 p.m. 

The Flat Fire burning in Curry County, is now over thirty-four thousand acres.

An update from the Southwest Incident Management Team said firefighters are working toward reaching the goal of full suppression. Visual assessment of the fire activity remains the emphasis of the firefighting effort. Ground and/or aviation resources continue to evaluate conditions within and around the perimeter. Crews are finalizing handlines in the Pistol River drainage and completing the southern tier contingency line project. Improving those lines will now be a priority for the group.

The Flat Fire is fifty-eight percent contained. It is listed at 34,242 acres. Four hundred ninety-seven people are now assigned to the fire. Flat Fire updates are linked: https://www.facebook.com/flatfireoregon2023