Virginia wildfires update
The Virginia Department of Forestry is reporting that as of Friday, November 10th, there were 19 wildfires in Virginia that have burned over 9,424 acres including the Quaker Run Fire in Madison County.
Crews are continuing to install sprinkler heads around Camp Hoover near the Rapidan Wildlife Area.
Smoke continues to be a concern in Shenandoah National Park and hikers are encouraged to plan hikes away from the east side of the central portion of the park.
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Quaker run fire update
The Quaker Run fire has now burned over 1500 acres, but remains within its containment lines.
Friday, November 3rd, firefighters built backfires to reduce burnable materials and widen containment lines.
Shenandoah National Park officials are recommending that people avoid the areas of Whiteoak, Old Rag, and Big Meadows.
The power has been temporarily cut to Big Meadows and services are limited.
The Rapidan Tract of the Rapidan Wildlife Management Area is closed until further notice for safety reasons.
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