The Ray May Fire is now 85 percent contained, with an estimated containment set for Sunday, according to the Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center.

The fire has burned 3,895 acres, and there are now 608 firefighters battling the blaze. Firefighters spent the day mopping up and securing containment lines around the fire. It has been confirmed that three additional outbuildings were lost during the Wednesday night increased fire activity near the Ruby Hill Mine area.

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The Ray May Fire is 70 percent contained, with an estimated containment set for 8 p.m. tonight, according to the Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center.

Firefighters made great progress in suppressing and securing containment lines around the parameter of the fire yesterday and into the night. Today firefighters will begin mopping up and will continue to work to secure containment lines.

There are now 537 firefighters working on the Ray May Fire, with 16 engines, 5 air tankers, 9 helicopters, 2 dozers and 2 water tenders.

A total of seven structures have been lost, including one unoccupied residence on BLM land and a seasonal guest house.

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Ray May fire update as of 4:15 p.m. of 8/18/2011, from Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center:

Firefighters continued aggressive direct attack this afternoon. Concentrated efforts were within the Ruby Hill Area.

Fire Containment is 70% with an estimated containment for Friday, 8/19 at 6:00 p.m.

This afternoon it was confirmed that 5 additional outbuilding structures were lost last night in the Ruby Hill Area.

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9:15 p.m. Update: Sierra Front Interagency Dispatch Center reports that the Ray May Fire has claimed one habitable structure. No other details were released.

Voluntary evacuations are in place for the Pinenut Creek and Lena Lane. Pinenut Road remains open to local residents only.

The fire has grown to 2,730 acres. There are 5 air tankers, 6 helicopters, 15 engines, 2 water tenders, 2 dozers and 414 personnel working the fire.

"Fire continued to make runs to the north and east this afternoon driven mainly by wind. Firefighters will continue to construct direct line around the perimeter of the fire tonight, utilizing crews, engines, and dozers.

"The Fire is currently being managed by Local Type III organization. Additional resource will be arriving within the next 24 hours to assist in the management and containment of the fire."

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