Important Takeaways:

• Shoe Fire initially started 1:18 p.m. Oct. 9 in Shasta County. Since its discovery a week ago, it has burned 3,937 acres, an increase of 176 acres since the last update. By Wednesday morning, a crew of 485 firefighters effectively contained 7% of the fire. It is believed that human activity is responsible for this wildfire, although the specific action that sparked it remains unknown.
• 17 engines, three water tenders, seven dozers and eight hand crews are working to suppress the fire. According to Cal Fire, “Numerous firefighting air tankers from throughout the State are flying fire suppression missions as conditions allow.”
• Fire is burning in an area with no recent fire history. Mature, dense timber mixed with brush characterizes the fire area. Critically dry fuels for this time of year are contributing to fire spread.
• Evacuation Orders An immediate threat to life. This is an order by law enforcement to leave immediately. The area is lawfully closed to public access. There is an evacuation order for the following zones: LKH-1448-B

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