TILLAMOOK, Ore.- The Cedar Butte Fire 18 miles east of Tillamook remains at 60 acres. Ground crews made excellent progress today, working through hot, dry conditions to extend lines around almost the entirety of the fire’s perimeter. A type II helicopter is on standby to assist with firefighting effort this evening to help combat any hot spots arising due to the extreme conditions on the ground. Containment remains at 10%. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.
Crews are now focused on laying water hose around the fire’s perimeter. Additional ground resources will be joining the effort moving into the weekend to assist with containment and mop-up. Aerial resources will be released back their bases at the close of today’s shift to be available for other fires.
The public should continue to avoid Cedar Butte Road, and should not travel beyond Cedar Butte junction with Muesial Creek Road.