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BRATTAIN FIRE UPDATE September 17, 2020 @ 9 AM Yesterday: Additional aircraft, more engines and hotshot crews arrived at the incident.  In the northwest, containment lines were established using roads, dozer lines, natural breaks and old burn scars. Forest Road 3510 and Clover Flat Road were prepped as containment lines on the south and southwest perimeters where the fire was creeping downslope.  Dozer lines were able to tie in on the northwest with good black line near the Ben Young fire scar.  As the day progressed, direct fire attack tactics were implemented in the south to protect private property, critical infrastructure and timber resources. Today: Another critical day for firefighting resources today as another Red Flag Warning is in effect from 2 – 8 pm, with an eye to some much-needed reprieve in the weather going into Friday with cooler temperatures, lighter winds and a slight chance of precipitation. In the north and east along Hwy 31, containment lines are...

South Obenchain Fire Update    Northwest Incident Management Team 8, Incident Commander, Doug Johnson Oregon State Fire Marshal Incident Management Blue Team, Incident Commander, Scott Magers September 17, 2020 – 9:00 PM The life and safety of the public and all wildland fire responders is always the number one priority for all fire agencies.  To keep firefighters and communities healthy and safe, all firefighters are asked to follow recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention to reduce the spread of illness.  This also includes limited entry into the incident command post and base camp.  Please see the websites below or contact the Jackson County Emergency Management Office at (541) 776-7338 for further fire information. Current situation: The Jackson County Sherriff Office in consultation with fire managers of the South Obenchain Fire has lowered the evacuation level from a level 3 to a level 2 in the Indian Creek area for...

 The Jackson County Sheriff's office in consultation with the fire managers of the South Obenchain Fire has lowered the evacuation level for the Indian Creek area outside of the fire perimeter from a level 3 to a level 2. This applies to residents only. Please be aware there will be fire fighting resources and other equipment working in the

  Thielsen Fire Update U.S. Forest Service Umpqua National Forest 2900 Northwest Stewart Pkwy. Roseburg, OR 97471 Web: www.fs.usda.gov/umpqua   Fire Information Line: 541-595-8227 Email: 2020.Thielsen@firenet.gov  Facebook: http://bit.ly/ThielsenFire             Sept. 17, 2020 Ranger District Diamond Lake Acres 8,645 Containment 1% Location 5 miles north of Crater Lake National Park and within 1 mile of Diamond Lake Resort Evacuations Level 3 “GO” evacuations are in place for the Diamond Lake, Lemolo Lake and Toketee Ranger Station areas. Visit the Douglas County Sheriff’s website for the most current information. Current Situation Today, crews will focus on direct attack where possible, as well as protecting critical infrastructure and securing and holding the fire’s southern edge near the northern boundary of Diamond Lake. Air operations drop retardant for the protection of the...

Riverside Fire Operations Update Video for September 17, 2020 with Planning Operations Trainee Ralph Lucas is now available on the Riverside Fire Information Facebook page at

Due to forecasted hazardous weather conditions including rain, wind, potential lightning and hail, we will be suspending operations for all utility companies and non-essential people from entering the level 3 evacuation area and all areas within the fire footprint starting at 1800 tonight 9/17 through 9/18 at 1800.  Depending on weather conditions the suspension of activity may be extended in 24-hour increments. Incident Commanders are concerned about fire weakened trees and rocks falling into the roadway or areas personnel are working. Homeowners who have chosen not to evacuate are directed to remain at home or evacuate during this weather event and not travel the road system within the fire perimeter.  Previously issued road access permits may be temporarily suspended and access denied during these periods. No utility crews except those directly related to the Highway 126 snagging operation or Leaburg dam operations will be allowed in the fire areas during this time. We will...

ACTUALIZACION DEL INCENDIO BEACHIE CREEK – 17 de Septiembre 2020                Acres: 191,661 acres                                      Contención Porcentual: 20%              Fecha de Inicio: 16 de Agosto 2020               Causa: Bajo Investigación   Ubicación de Origen: Opal Creek Wilderness:                                       Combustibles: Madera y desechos de tala     2 millas al sur de Jawbone Flats, 6 millas norte de Detroit, Oregon.      Recursos: 571 El Incendio Beachie Creek está bajo el mando del Equipo Núm. 2 de Manejo de Incidentes Tipo 1 del Area del Suroeste                             El Equipo Apoya las Agencias Locales en Evaluando la Infraestructura                                                                ...

UPDATE (Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020, 4 p.m.) NEW EVACUATION-LEVEL REDUCTIONSEffective immediately (Thursday, Sept. 17), the Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office in collaboration with the Riverside Fire Incident Management Team SWA Team 1, Clackamas Fire District #1, Molalla Rural Fire Protection District #73, Colton Rural Fire Protection District #70, the Oregon Department of Forestry, the U.S. Forest Service, the Bureau of Land Management, and the Oregon Department of Transportation is announcing additional reductions to evacuation levels.Please refer to the Wildfire Evacuation Zones map to see if your area has been changed:https://ccgis-mapservice.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=fe0525732f1a4f679b75a5ccf1c84b30Details on level changes:All areas west of State Highway 213, as well as additional areas surrounding Oregon City have been returned to “normal” status, with no evacuation level assigned.Areas between Molalla and Scotts Mills, and areas northwest of the...

Acres: 137,828 based on infrared flight                                                Riverside Fire Info: inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/7174/                                                                                                                              Containment: 6%                                                                                                                              fb.com/RiversideFireInfo  Start Date: September 8, 2020                                                                                                      twitter.com/fire_riverside   Cause:...

Facebook Live Community Meeting Tonight at 7PM Meeting Link-https://tinyurl.com/yyttkpwx Springfield, Ore. –There was no infrared flight mapping flight last night, the Holiday Farm Fire’s footprint is still estimated at 170,637 acres. The fire’s perimeter measures more than 260 miles or roughly Portland to Medford. The weather forecast predicts thunder storms with gusty winds, heavy rain and hail this afternoon and evening. Winds are likely to increase as storms push into the area and a transition to (possibly heavy) rain. This weather could bring isolated washouts and slides on slopes and along roads. Fire managers ask that the public complete any necessary tasks and then avoid roads within and around the fire area after 3 p.m. This will help to keep the public safe and will maintain safe routes for firefighters and utility crews should they need to seek refuge from the storm. Wildland fire crews will continue working to improve and increase fire containment using hand crews,...

How to HelpThe fires are causing hardship and grief for many of our friends and neighbors. For those with the means to give, cash donations to disaster response organizations such as the Red Cross and members of the Oregon Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (ORVOAD) are the best options.If you have items to donate please visit the state portal and provide the details of those items through the site. If your items are needed they will be matched with the need. Please do not bring unsolicited donations to any of the current shelter sites or firefighting camps. You may also provide donations to local organizations accepting donations in Clackamas County. Visit the Clackamas County organizations accepting donations map to find local organizations to donate to.You can also text or call us at

PORTLAND, Ore. – As a result of extreme fire activity, the Bureau of Land Management Northwest Oregon District has temporarily closed all recreation sites and certain roads through September 30.All BLM developed campgrounds in northwestern Oregon are closed to the public, and dispersed camping is prohibited. Members of the public may not enter closed recreation areas. This temporary closure covers the northwestern part of the state, west of the Cascade Range and north from Cottage Grove to the Columbia River. Additional temporary use restrictions are also in place, to prevent additional fire starts. See the closure order for full details: https://www.blm.gov/sites/blm.gov/files/orwa-fpo-nwo-091520.pdf.Public and firefighter safety are the highest priority. The extreme fire danger and behavior have prompted the closure of these sites while fire suppression crews respond to the incidents. As it becomes safe to do so, firefighters will begin to assess the fires and their impacts in...

BEACHIE CREEK FIRE UPDATE – September 17, 2020 Acres: 191,661 acres                                                                                                                       Percent Containment: 20% Start Date: August 16, 2020                                                                                                                       Cause: Under Investigation Origin Location: Opal Creek Wilderness:                                                                                            Fuels: Timber and logging slash two miles south of Jawbone Flats, six miles north of Detroit, Oregon. Resources: 571     Beachie...

From the Warm Springs Police Department:Good Morning Warm Springs!  We received good news for the residential areas or Sid Walter Flat/Miller Flat.  The evacuation level for the area has decreased to a level 1.  Remember the level 1 is a "Be Prepared" level.  There is still active fire behavior in the area as crews work on containment lines of the Lionshead Fire.Simansho and Schoolie have no evacuation warnings in place.There is heavy smoke in the area of Hwy 26 with low visibility, drive with your headlights on so people can see you.  This is for your safety as well as the other drivers on the road.  There is a chance for rain in the area, so if traveling the roadways continue to use caution.The Warm Springs Tribal Police Department would like to thank the Pacific Northwest Team 3 for the work they have done to help keep our community safe as they transition from out of our area.  We would like to welcome Rocky Mountain Team 1, we look forward to working with you.To our local...

From the Warm Springs Police Department:Good Morning Warm Springs!  We received good news for the residential areas or Sid Walter Flat/Miller Flat.  The evacuation level for the area has decreased to a level 1.  Remember the level 1 is a "Be Prepared" level.  There is still active fire behavior in the area as crews work on containment lines of the Lionshead Fire.Simansho and Schoolie have no evacuation warnings in place.There is heavy smoke in the area of Hwy 26 with low visibility, drive with your headlights on so people can see you.  This is for your safety as well as the other drivers on the road.  There is a chance for rain in the area, so if traveling the roadways continue to use caution.The Warm Springs Tribal Police Department would like to thank the Pacific Northwest Team 3 for the work they have done to help keep our community safe as they transition from out of our area.  We would like to welcome Rocky Mountain Team 1, we look forward to working with you.To our local...

 Fire Summary:There is another Red Flag warning from 2pm to 8pm over the fire area today. Crews have used the past few days to continue to strengthen the fire lines against any weather event. A slight chance of light rain is forecast for the fire area tonight which will help firefighters in their con-tainment efforts. The two small fires the Team responded to yesterday are outside the main fire area, are contained, and in mop up status. The Dam Fire is located near Chiloquin Ridge and is two acres. The Cattle Fire is located near the Rainbow Park area and is 20 acres. These are not spot fires from the Two Four Two fire. The cause of these fires is under investigation. Crews will continue to work on strengthening containment lines around the fire. The west side of the fire, west of Hwy 62 near the Agency Creek area, has the most heat. Eliminating hot spots will continue to be a goal until the fire is 100% contained. Safety remains our top priority. This includes trying to prevent...

                                                             Archie Creek Fire      Northwest Incident Management Team 9 (Incident Commander Brian Goff)Email: 2020.archiecreek@firenet.gov Phone: 971-334-7674 Hours: 7am-8pm  Fire Update:  Thursday, Sept. 17, 2020 Today is a day of transition for the Archie Creek Fire with a change in weather and a change in team leadership.  A weather system moving inland from the coast brought higher humidity to the area overnight. It will likely bring showers and thunderstorms this afternoon and evening. Gusty winds, small hail and heavy rainfall are possible.  As happens frequently, incident management teams change during the duration of an incident.  Northwest IMT 9 (Goff) will turn over management of the Archie Creek Fire to Southern Area Red Team (Dueitt) tomorrow, Friday, Sept. 18. The teams are working together today to ensure a seamless transition.  This transition affects only a small number of the...

Special Statement The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality AIR QUALITY ADVISORY has been extended through Saturday, September 19, for Oregon state, excluding the coastal region.   Fire Heavy smoke yesterday continued to moderate fire behavior by reducing high temperatures at area wildfires. At the Lionshead fire, high humidity, cooler temperatures, and light winds will develop only creeping and smoldering fire behavior today. This afternoon, rain showers and thunderstorms are possible as a low-pressure system works into the area. Clouds and rain showers are expected through Saturday.   Smoke For most of the day, light winds and cooler temperatures will trap mostly "unhealthy" levels of heavy smoke across Central Oregon. Some relief will be seen overnight as winds help to scour stagnant smoke out of the area. Forecast heavy rain on the west side of the state should serve to reduce smoke production and its transport into the forecast area. Smoke from Northern California will...

Air quality and smoke summaries can be found

Air quality and smoke summaries can be found