The Willamina Creek Fire was reported at 4:30 a.m. Wednesday nine miles north of Willamina. It is estimated at 100
acres, burning on ODF-protected private and BLM lands, in
inaccessible, rough forested terrain. Last evening, local rural fire departments in
the area assisted Oregon Dept. of Forestry with initial attack. Driven by 20-25 mph winds, the fire was casting embers and starting spot fires
ahead of the main flame front.
ODF has activated a local team of personnel
drawn from the agency’s northwestern Oregon districts. The team was briefed at
6 a.m. today at the Dallas Unit office and is currently engaging the fire. A small
number of structures (4-6) have been evacuated, and East Creek Road north of
Willamina remains closed to all public access.
