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8/30/2007

Fire Update 8/29/2007 a.m.
 
August 29, 2007 - 8:00 AM Update Sleeper Lake Fire

Location: Luce County. 6.5 miles north of the Village of Newberry. Size: Estimated at 18,185 acres and 80% contained.

Statewide Toll Free Information 1-877-261-3473

Luce County Sheriff, Kevin Erickson, advises that property owners and their guests may return to the Chesbrough Lake, Widgeon/Sawdust Pile road, Spile Dam and East Branch Sportsman's Club areas.

These individuals are permitted back into these areas under the following conditions:
 

  1. Do NOT travel on the main roads in this area from 8 a.m. through 10 a.m. or from 6 p.m. through 8 p.m.
  2. No one will be allowed in the fire area, either by vehicle or afoot.
  3. Remember, State law requires all motorists to yield to emergency vehicles and equipment. August 29, 2007 - 8:00 AM Update Sleeper Lake Fire
    Location: Luce County. 6.5 miles north of the Village of Newberry.
    Size: Estimated at 18,185 acres and 80% contained.

    Statewide Toll Free Information 1-877-261-3473

    Luce County Sheriff, Kevin Erickson, advises that property owners and their guests may return to the Chesbrough Lake, Widgeon/Sawdust Pile road, Spile Dam and East Branch Sportsman's Club areas.

    These individuals are permitted back into these areas under the following conditions:
     

    1. OT travel on the main roads in this area from 8 a.m. through 10 a.m. or from 6 p.m. through 8 p.m. This area will be patrolled and these restrictions will be enforced.

      County Road 420 remains under the evacuation order. Anyone wishing to access properties within the evacuated zone should contact the Sheriff Department's office directly at 906-293-8431.

      Thank you for your patience and cooperation during this fire.

      Information on the Mile Alley Fire by Engadine: The fire that started about 4.5 miles northwest of Engadine is now 100 percent contained. The fire started there on Monday. A fire line is established around the fire and a crew of 14 firefighters are working on mop-up operations today. The fire was contained to 13.1 acres. The area received about a half an inch of rain last night, which helped cool the fire. It started in logging slash and spread to a cedar stand where some trees were torching. Questions on the Mile Alley Fire in Mackinac County, north of the Village of Engadine, should contact the Naubinway Field Office, Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:30 P.M at 906-477-6048.

      The Newberry Incident Command Center's phone number is 906-293-3293.

 

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