CCC fire 50 percent contained

The CCC fire is reportedly 50 percent contained, though its size has not changed.

Fire behavior remains minimal with creeping and smoldering as crews continue mop-up operations. Today, firefighters will continue to lay hose and water handling equipment, working toward the goal of complete containment.

A fire is considered contained when the mop-up standards of 100 feet from the perimeter and completely cold to the touch are met.

For the safety of the public and fire crews, the following roads and trails will remain closed:

- CCC Road from Cataldo to Wall Ridge Road

- The Trail of the Coeur d’Alenes from Cataldo to Kingston

- FS road #259 on the backside of Cataldo Mountain