September 30, 2021 10:45 a.m.  

Warmer weather and lower humidity have dried roads and fire lines enough to allow access for firefighters on the Rough Patch Complex and the Jack Fire.

An update from Northwest Team 7 said firefighters have used water drops to help check persistent fire in heavy fuels in the Raven Rock area of the Jack Fire and along the southeast portion of the Chaos Fire in the Bulldog Creek area.

In other areas, firefighters are prioritizing suppression repair at higher elevations to complete the work before autumn weather limits access.

Managing agencies are evaluating the area closure surrounding the fires, with the intent to restore public access to more areas as soon as safely possible. Unstable roads and slopes, fire-weakened trees, rock fall, and firefighter traffic continue to pose risks to the public.

Containment on the Rough Patch Complex is 65 percent while containment on Jack Fire is up to 77 percent.