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US: LineFire Rages On, 39,299 Acres Engulfed, Containment at 83%

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United States - September 27, 2024

As the sun set on September 27, 2024, the LineFire, which has been a fierce adversary to firefighters and the surrounding ecosystem, marked a significant milestone in its battle for containment. Despite the aggressive efforts of fire crews, the blaze has consumed 39,299 acres, with containment reaching an impressive 83%.

The evening update brought both relief and vigilance. While the majority of the fire's perimeter is under control, the Bear Creek drainage area remains a hotspot of activity. Here, the fire continues to exhibit moderate behavior, occasionally breaking into short runs through the brush fields, especially when conditions of slope and wind align unfavorably.

Firefighters on the ground have been working tirelessly, leveraging changing wind patterns and cooler night temperatures to their advantage. The focus has been on reinforcing containment lines and conducting backburn operations where necessary to starve the fire of fuel. Aerial support, including water and retardant drops, has been crucial in tempering the fire's advance into more vulnerable landscapes.

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