Firefighters made significant progress on the Skyo Fire yesterday due to cooler temperatures and high humidity, according to the latest incident update. The fire remains contained within its perimeter as crews continue to mop up hot spots and secure containment lines.
Weather forecasts indicate a return to warmer, drier conditions starting tomorrow, which fire managers say will require continued vigilance. Residents should not be concerned about smoke from the fire's interior, as hot spots have been addressed and firefighters will maintain containment. The fire is currently contained and no further spread is expected.
The Cowlitz Ranger District has shifted focus to initial attack responsibilities, with seven of thirteen previous fire starts fully suppressed and six remaining on the landscape. The Coyote Fire has been contained and controlled, with firefighters having come off the fire yesterday afternoon.