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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest sawyer Mark Carter moves down fire line while backfire is in progress. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Fire Captain Mike Lanier gives instructions to "on call" Stanislaus National Forest  wildland crew before creating backfire to protect Pine Mountain Lake community. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Fire Captain Mike Lanier gives instructions to "on call" Stanislaus Forest Service wildland crew before creating backfire to protect Pine Mountain Lake community. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest  firefighter Rob Laeng moves down fire line while backfire is in progress. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest  firefighter Rob Laeng moves down fire line while backfire is in progress. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest firefighters face away from fire to avoid heat. They will watch the non-burning side for spot fires and then put them out quickly to prevent fire climbing the hill. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest  firefighters face away from fire to avoid heat. They will watch the non-burning side for spot fires and then put them out quickly to prevent fire climbing the hill. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest sawyer Mark Carter moves down fire line while backfire is in progress. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Fire Captain Mike Lanier takes a moment to think about how much more work his crew still has to do. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest sawyer Mark Carter moves down fire line while backfire is in progress. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest  foreman John Buckley takes a moment to think about how much more work his crew still has to do. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest  firefighter faces away from fire to avoid heat. He will watch the non-burning side for spot fires and then put them out quickly to prevent fire climbing the hill. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Active fire coming up from the Tuolumne River canyon threatens to jump Highway 120 near Rim of the World overlook. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest  firefighter faces away from fire to avoid heat. He will watch the non-burning side for spot fires and then put them out quickly to prevent fire climbing the hill. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Active fire coming up from the Tuolumne River canyon threatens to jump Highway 120 near Rim of the World overlook. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest  foreman John Buckley gives orders to crew to keep eyes on the fire and stay safe. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest  firefighter faces away from fire to avoid heat. He will watch the non-burning side for spot fires and then put them out quickly to prevent fire climbing the hill. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest  foreman John Buckley gives orders to firefighter Joe Calderon to keep his eyes on the fire and stay safe. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Crew foreman John W. Allendorf from Mendocino sets backfire to stop fire from running over fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Firefighter puts out spot fire to stop fire from running over fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Firefighter puts out spot fire to stop fire from running over fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Crew foreman John W. Allendorf from Mendocino sets backfire to stop fire from running over fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Aerial Tanker drops retardant on fire near Greeley Hill.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Aerial Tanker drops retardant on fire near Greeley Hill.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Aerial Tanker drops retardant on fire near Greeley Hill.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Aerial Tanker drops retardant on fire near Greeley Hill.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Sierra Hotshots Captain Mike Freed communicates with incident command to coordinate the backfire from Buck Meadows to protect community from the advancing fire. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  --Sierra Hotshots Captain Mike Freed communicates with incident command to coordinate the backfire from Buck Meadows to protect community from the advancing fire. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Sierra Hotshots Captain Mike Freed gets more equipment from his truck. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident. <br />
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Sierra Hotshots Captain 15-A Mike Freed
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Sierra Hotshots Captain Mike Freed discusses plans with dozer operator. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident. <br />
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Sierra Hotshots Captain 15-A Mike Freed
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California-- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Sierra Hotshots load up in truck to move up the road.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California-- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Sierra Hotshots hike up the road.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California-- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Sierra Hotshots load tools into truck to move up the road.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California-- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Sierra Hotshots saw partners Tom Randall and Dave Henson hike up road.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California-- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Sierra Hotshots saw partners Tom Randall and Dave Henson hike up road.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Sierra Hotshots Captain Mike Freed discusses backfire plan for the evening. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Sierra Hotshots Captain Mike Freed hikes down the road. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Bulldozer driver Johnson talks with firefighters in fire camp while waiting for next fireline assignment.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Bulldozer driver Johnson waits in fire camp for next fireline assignment. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Truxton Canyon Firefighter from Bureau of Indian Affairs looks for spot fires to protect fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Truxton Canyon Firefighter from Bureau of Indian Affairs takes drink of water before returning to fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Truxton Canyon Firefighter from Bureau of Indian Affairs looks for spot fires to protect fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Truxton Canyon Firefighter from Bureau of Indian Affairs sets backfire to protect fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Firefighters keep their eyes on fire burning above Harden Flat near Yosemite. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter David Ross Erickson died from a tree falling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Truxton Canyon Firefighter from Bureau of Indian Affairs sets backfire to protect fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Firefighters keep their eyes on fire burning above Harden Flat near Yosemite.The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter David Ross Erickson died from a tree falling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Firefighters find a place to sit down to read the paper. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus Forest Service firefighters move into position to monitor the backfire below Pine Mountain Lake. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres. One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Firefighter stands watch on fire burning above Harden Flat near Yosemite. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter David Ross Erickson died from a tree falling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest firefighters trudge toward camp after long day's work. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest foreman John Buckley drives crew back to camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest foreman John Buckley hikes along trail to his truck. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest firefighters trudge toward camp after long day's work. Firefighters Dean Brick and Phil Hope in foreground. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus Forest Service firefighters finish cutting fire break before setting backfire below Pine Mountain Lake. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest firefighters Phil Hope and Rob Laeng work on chainsaw bar. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest sawyer Mark Carter and two other firefighters move down fire line while backfire is in progress. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest sawyer Mark Carter, foreground, moves down fire line while backfire is in progress. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Stanislaus National Forest firefighters trudge toward camp after long day's work. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- US Forest Service Groveland District Fire Management Officer Tom James surveys fire progress in a Tuolumne River canyon from the Rim of the World overlook. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- US Forest Service Groveland District Fire Management Officer Tom James surveys fire progress in a Tuolumne River canyon from the Rim of the World overlook. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Active fire coming up from a Tuolumne River canyon threatens to jump Highway 120 near Rim of the World overlook. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- US Forest Service Groveland District Fire Management Officer Tom James surveys fire progress in a Tuolumne River canyon from the Rim of the World overlook. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Active fire coming up from a Tuolumne River canyon threatens to jump Highway 120 near Rim of the World overlook. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Affected by the smoke, deer have nowhere to go so they wait in the trees near Pine Mountain Lake. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Pine Mountain Lake, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Affected by the smoke, deer have nowhere to go so they wait in the trees near Pine Mountain Lake. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Bulldozer operators wait for assignments in fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire --  Because of the need for extra drinking water during the fire, the Fairfield Anheuser-Busch plant canned drinking water to help out.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter David Ross Erickson died from a tree falling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire --  US Forest Service dozer boss reads his assignments before leaving fire camp.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire --  Because of the need for extra drinking water during the fire, the Fairfield Anheuser-Busch plant canned drinking water to help out.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter David Ross Erickson died from a tree falling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Tired bulldozer operators rest while they can in fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Tired bulldozer operators rest while they can in fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Tired bulldozer operators rest while they can in fire camp. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Fire camp was in Kassabaum Meadow. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Fire crews get ready to protect Buck Meadows during backfire operation. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Drivers work on crew bus in fire camp in Kassabaum Meadow. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 1, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Heavy equipment operator gets ready to rest at fire camp in Kassabaum Meadow. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Secretary of Agriculture Richard Lyng and Stanislaus National Forest Supervisor Blaine Cornell listen to incident commander near Greeley Hill.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  --  Fire flares up near Greeley Hill.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Secretary of Agriculture Richard Lyng talks with Stanislaus National Forest Supervisor Blaine Cornell near Greeley Hill.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Harold Wesley, owner of the Buck Meadows Lodge, waits for information about the fire.   The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Stanislaus National Forest Supervisor Blaine Cornell talks to television reporters near Greeley Hill.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Harold Wesley, owner of the Buck Meadows Lodge, is waiting for information about fire.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Volunteers at Buck Meadows General Store put together lunches for firefighters.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- El Cerrito Fire Captain, part of the engine company assigned to protect buildings in Buck Meadows. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 3, 1987 Buck Meadows, California –  Stanislaus Complex Fire -- US Forest Service heavy equipment operator maintains water filling station for fire engines at the Buck Meadows Restaurant. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Harold Wesley, owner of the Buck Meadows Lodge, assists others with map of the fire area. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 2, 1987 Buck Meadows, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Pay station in fire camp.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- On Smith Station Road, Mr. Williams' house was a total loss. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- On Smith Station Road, Mr. Williams' house was a total loss. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Groveland residents hang a banner across the highway to express their thanks to firefighters leaving the Stanislaus National Forest.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Groveland residents hang a banner across the highway to express their thanks to firefighters leaving the Stanislaus National Forest.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Groveland resident puts up a banner to express his thanks to firefighters leaving the  Stanislaus National Forest.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 8, 1987 Yosemite National Park, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Groveland bar owner puts up a banner to express his thanks to firefighters leaving the  Stanislaus National Forest. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
    Complex_104.jpg
  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Giant column of smoke can be seen easily in Greeley Hill. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Giant column of smoke can be seen easily in Greeley Hill. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
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  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Retired Greeley Hill Fire Chief Jim Kendrick talks to rancher Leonard Duetsch while waiting for the all-clear to go back to his house.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
    Complex_112.jpg
  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Giant column of smoke can be seen easily in Greeley Hill. The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
    Complex_108.jpg
  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California – Stanislaus Complex Fire -- Volunteer firefighter Danny Watkins checks in before heading to his assignment.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
    Complex_113.jpg
  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California -- Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Local rancher waits for news about fire.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
    Complex_115.jpg
  • September 4, 1987 Greeley Hill, California --Stanislaus Complex Fire  -- Residents play music to pass time as they wait for news of their homes in Greeley Hill.  The Stanislaus Complex Fire consumed 28 structures and 145,980 acres.  One US Forest Service firefighter, David Ross Erickson, died from a tree-felling accident.
    Complex_117.jpg
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