Scooper planes may be operating out of Diamond Lake to support the Windigo and Potter Fires


Scooper planes may be operating out of Diamond Lake to support the Windigo and Potter Fires as needed for fire operations. Boaters and recreationists should be aware of the potential for the planes to be operating out of the lake starting today. 

Prior to scooping, the pilots make an assessment of any watercraft on the lake. They will stand down the operation if it's not safe to proceed. 

When scooping water out of Diamond Lake, the pilots generally track on a straight flight path up the middle of the lake; however, prevailing winds may require adjustments to the flight path. Once the planes start scooping, we ask for the public’s cooperation in staying out of the flight path being utilized by the planes. 

Turn-around times vary depending on how far the fire area that needs the scooper drops is from the lake. As an example, on the Willamette National Forest, where the planes have been utilizing the Hills Creek Reservoir, the turn-around time is approximately 8 minutes. 

You may be lucky to enjoy a unique opportunity to see these planes in action. Please remember: Safety First!  

Windigo Fire and Potter Fire Information
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