Walker Fire

This is our first chance to post about the Knapp Fire. It is small but there is a lot fuel inside the fireline to burn off. It is likely that Forest Service crews will still be here tomorrow.
Walker resources; Engine 83, WT 82,WT 83 and many firefighters.

Forest Service resources; two engines, two patrol vehicles and we had a helicopter this morning.

The fire is down a VERY steep hill which makes the incident relatively complex.

Walker Fire responded to a small, lightning caused fire near Morningstar Lane on Sunday. Because of the moisture, the potential rate of spread (ROS) was very low. We were able to quickly knock it down and then spent some time mopping up to remove any remaining heat. Then came the downpour of rain.

Increased bear activity in our area.

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Due to increased bear activity, the Prescott National Forest has temporarily closed Lower Wolf Creek Campground. Visitors should be aware of bear activity throughout the area, including Upper Wolf Creek Campground and Groom Creek Schoolhouse. In recent years, there have also been bear sightings at Lynx Campground, although there have not been any encounters yet this year.
Please be mindful of securing food when not being prepared or monitored. Keep a clean campsite, day and night. Wash dishes ASAP, strain out food particles from dishwater and pack them with your garbage. Do not burn food in campfires, as residue can attract wildlife. Be careful about food residue on any clothes that will be in your tent!
Please also be mindful of strongly-scented items such as gum, toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant, baby wipes, and other items which may smell like food to a bear. Treat these items as you would food and keep in your vehicle or other wildlife-proof container.
The Forest is currently working to install bearproof trash cans and dumpsters in areas with high bear activity. Please ensure the lids are fully closed and secure. For any trash that exceeds the capacity of the provided bins/dumpsters, we are asking visitors to please pack it out.
For information on other areas to camp, please visit www.recreation.gov.

Red Flag today, Fire Weather Watch Monday and Tuesday. We are again asking you not to set anything on fire.