VAFFU TRAINING EVENT - MEXICO SECTOR
Sat, Mar 22
|168.650 (MAIN Dispatch)
Attention to all units, the Diablo Fire, located near coordinates 31.008617°N 115.393004°W, has expanded significantly and is now estimated at approximately 640 acres. Extremely dry conditions and strong winds are driving the fire’s rapid growth, with flames spreading uphill through rugged terrain.
Time & Location
Mar 22, 2025, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM PDT
168.650 (MAIN Dispatch)
About the event
Attention to all units, the Diablo Fire, located near coordinates 31.008617°N 115.393004°W, has expanded significantly and is now estimated at approximately 640 acres. Extremely dry conditions and strong winds are driving the fire’s rapid growth, with flames spreading uphill through rugged terrain. Visibility in the area is severely reduced due to thick smoke, complicating suppression efforts. Ground access remains highly restricted, necessitating a primary focus on aerial firefighting strategies. Immediate and decisive action is required to prevent further escalation.
Fire Conditions - Main Fire
Fire Size: Approx. 648 acres and spreading rapidly.
Terrain: Steep and rugged
Weather: TBD
Potential Escalation: High risk of ember spread, leading to additional ignitions in uphill areas.
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