MENDOCINO NATIONAL FOREST, Calif. – The Mendocino National Forest said work is continuing to fully contain three lightning-caused fires on forest lands.
A total of 15 fires were sparked from last Thursday through the weekend, according to forest spokeswoman Tamara Schmidt.
Schmidt said the three fires that are still active are all on the Upper Lake Ranger District. The others are either contained, controlled or out.
The three fires still burning are the Etsel, Boardman and Deer, said Schmidt.
The Etsel fire, located in the Yuki Wilderness, is approximately 32 acres and 60-percent contained, according to Schmidt.
Schmidt said the Boardman fire is 72 acres and 30-percent contained.
The Deer fire, burning southeast of Lake Pillsbury, is approximately 100 acres. Schmidt said it's threatening three structures.
Two engine crews and one Type 1 hand crew are currently working on the fire with the help of various air resources, she said.
Forest visitors are asked to be aware of their surroundings and be prepared for changing conditions.
The Mendocino National Forest remains under fire restrictions.
Mendocino National Forest issues status update on lightning fires
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