Crews from Coos Fire Protective Association and rural fire protection agencies from Scottsburg, Reedsport, Elkton and Gardner were able to protect threatened homes and control a tough fire near Scottsburg earlier this week.
The MM 16 Hwy 38 fire started Tuesday just east of Scottsburg.
The 13-acre MM 16 Highway 38 Fire started on Tuesday just east of Scottsburg. Pushed by strong winds, it was burning in steep terrain along Highway 38. Several homes were in the path of the fire, but crews were able to ensure no structures were lost. Three Type II helicopters and a Coos FPA Type III helicopter all were involved in stopping the fire’s progress.
“Everyone sent quality people to assist with this fire,” Coos FPA District Manager Mike Robison said. “You can’t beat good neighbors.”
The blaze was caused by a mechanical failure from a trailer being towed.
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