Sierra National Forest Announces Restrictions and Road Closures as Washburn Fire is Now Active on the Forest

Details: Last Updated: Wednesday, 13 July 2022 10:55; Published: Wednesday, 13 July 2022 10:44

July 13, 2022 - Sierra National Forest officials report the Washburn Fire is now active on the Sierra National Forest.

To aid firefighters and protect public safety during the Washburn Fire, Forest Routes 5S43, 5S06 (Mt. Raymond Rd.), 5S22 and 5S37 have been closed to the public.

Please see the attached map. The lands affected are less than 1% of the 1.3 million acre Sierra National Forest.

This Forest Order 05-15-00-22-14 will be effective from July 13, 2022, through August 1, 2022.

The Sierra National Forest is now under Fire Restriction. Forest Order No. 05-15-00-22-13. If you have any questions or concerns you may call the 1 of the 3 offices to get further information.

High Sierra Ranger District: (559)855-5355 Mon - Sun 8am-4:30pm

Bass Lake Ranger District: (559)877-2218 Mon- Fri 8am-4:30pm

SNF District Office: (559)297-0706 Mon- Fri 10am-3pm

Or you may visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/alerts/sierra/alerts-notices to see more alerts.

Source: Sierra National Forest