Gifford Fire more than 90% contained, firefighter reductions

Gifford Fire 91% contained as crews transition to recovery; Evacuations and closures remain in effect • Paso Robles Press

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The Gifford Fire, which began on August 1, continues to see moderate behavior thanks to elevated humidity over the past several nights. While strong northeast winds challenged containment lines along ridge-tops, no new fire spread has occurred outside established perimeters. According to the Monday morning, Aug. 18 update, crews are […] The post Gifford Fire 91% contained as crews transition to recovery; Evacuations and …

Gifford Fire 91% contained as crews transition to recovery; Evacuations and closures remain in effect

SAN LUIS OBISPO COUNTY — The Gifford Fire, which began on August 1, continues to see moderate behavior thanks to elevated humidity over the past several nights. While strong northeast winds challenged containment lines along ridge-tops, no new fire spread has occurred outside established perimeters. According to the Monday morning, Aug. 18 update, crews are […]

Gifford Fire more than 90% contained, firefighter reductions

By KAREN VELIE The Gifford Fire burning in San Luis Obispo and Santa Barbara counties is now 91% contained with some firefighters headed home, according to the Sunday evening update. There are currently 3,047 firefighters and other personnel battling the fire. Officials have lowered the acreage burned to 131,589 acres. The fire destroyed five structures […]