Sierra National Forest Butte Fire
Photo credits: USDA- SNF

August 17, 2017 - The Butte Fire in the Sierra National Forest stays at 635 acres and is now 90% contained as of Thursday morning.

The fire is located in the Ansel Adams Wilderness. Suppression resources are at scene and engaged. A Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) is in place over the fire.

Fire crews are expected to make 100% containment today. Following containment, some demobilization will begin this weekend. Fire managers will remain at scene closely monitoring this fire. Smoke impact from the Butte is minimal.

Trail closures have been lifted. Visitors are advised to avoid the fire area.

Basic Information

Current as of	8/17/2017, 8:12:17 AM
Incident Type	Wildfire
Cause	Lightning
Date of Origin	Monday August 07th, 2017 approx. 12:00 AM
Location	Ansel Adams Wilderness
Incident Commander	Mark Smith

Current Situation

Total Personnel	125
Size	635 Acres
Percent of Perimeter Contained	90%
Fuels Involved	Mixed Conifer and Red Fir. Heavy dead and down fuels.

Current Weather

Weather Concerns	Continued warm and dry