NORTH COAST, Calif. – Fire managers have lifted the evacuation advisory previously in place for roads and areas near the Eel fire, 10 miles east of Covelo.

The fire began last Tuesday.

With containment at 60 percent and no growth in several days, fire managers have determined the area is safe for the public and residents, according to Punky Moore, spokeswoman for the Mendocino National Forest.

The public is asked to use caution while traveling through the area as personnel and equipment are still working on the fire.

Moore said fire crews continue to mop up smoldering vegetation, reinforce containment lines and fell dead standing trees that pose a threat to firefighters on the line.

With diminished fire activity, the number of resources needed on the incident will start to decrease. Moore said there are approximately 144 personnel working on the incident and the fire remains at 972 acres.