The Stratton Creek Fire in the Grants Pass Unit of the Southwest Oregon District had grown to 200 acres by mid-morning July 5. The fire is currently uncontained. Cause is under investigation. The fire was reported July 4.
The 125-acre Bland Mountain Fire in the Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) jurisdiction of southern Oregon is 80 percent contained and in mop-up. Cause is under investigation. The fire was reported July 4.
The 2-acre Bear Creek Fire along Highway 42 South near Bandon caused the highway to be closed at the 2-1/2 mile marker due to visibility concerns from smoke. Coos Forest Protective Association is fighting the fire, with assistance from a DFPA helicopter. Coos County has mobilized a structural task force. The fire was reported July 5.