Heat perimeter of the Elephant fire on Aug. 17, 2009.
Elephant, Plumas NF. Transfer of command from IMT2 (Swartzlander) back to local unit occurred yesterday. Twenty-five miles north of Oroville, CA. Timber. Minimal fire activity.
The Tobin fire is at 10 acres and 100% contained.
The Elephant Fire is burning on the Plumas National Forest east of Highway 70 in the Feather River Canyon near the Elephant Butte Tunnel.
Fire Behavior: Low intensity - 1 foot flame lengths.
Four Type 1 Hot Shot Crews are currently assigned to the fire. However, 3 Type I Hot Shot Crews are available in case assistance is needed.
Residents and visitors are still urged to use caution while driving in the fire area.
Many thanks to the Fire Information services for their updates.
