The Dry Gulch Fire reported Saturday evening burning
seven miles NW of the town of Richland, Oregon, in the Oregon Department of
Forestry’s Northeast Oregon District has burned 300-plus acres. Resources fighting the fire include seven single-engine air tankers
and three helicopters, with two heavy air tankers and a lead plane on order
along with other resources. Several hand crews have been assembled to perform
direct attack. Cause of the fire is currently under investigation. Wind is
expected to pick up today, posing a potential challenge to firefighters.
Contact Info:
Rod Nichols
Oregon Dept. of Forestry
503-508-0574
rod.l.Nichols@Oregon.gov