ODF WILDFIRE NEWS
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Firefighter Progress Reduces Evacuation Levels
Umpqua, Ore. – Cooler weather conditions, increased relative humidity and light drizzle contributed to lower fire activity today. Incident Commander Joe Hessel noted, “Good progress by firefighters,...
Weather Improves Conditions on Tyee Ridge Complex
UMPQUA, Ore. – Today, rainfall was widespread throughout the Tyee Ridge Complex, with up to a quarter of an inch recorded at many locations. As a result, fire behavior was less active than in prior...
Tyee Ridge Complex Grows Overnight – August 31, 2023 Morning Update
Umpqua, Ore. – The Tyee Ridge Complex grew approximately 1,900 acres in the last 24 hours. Firefighters continued to be engaged with active fire behavior. Overnight, crews made progress with...
Another Night of Busy Firefighting Ahead for Tyee Ridge Firefighters – August 30, 2023 Evening Update
UMPQUA, Ore. – Firefighters have been working since last night with very active fire behavior on the Cougar Creek and Lighthouse Fires. Active fire behavior is expected tonight until cooler...
Firefighters Prepare for an Active Day on Tyee Ridge Complex – August 30, 2023 Morning Update
Umpqua, Ore. – Over the last two operational periods, fire behavior has been active. Overnight, crews made progress in some areas but faced challenges in others. The Hardscrabble, Blue Hole, Yellow...
Northeast Oregon Department of Forestry Lowers Fire Restrictions to Moderate, Fire Season Remains in Effect
As of 12:01 a.m., August 31, 2023, Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) has officially reduced fire restrictions in the Northeast Oregon District from high to moderate. This change comes in response...
Growing Air and Ground Resources Support Fire Response – August 29, 2023 Evening Update
Umpqua, Ore. – Resources continued to arrive on the Tyee Ridge Complex today with a total of 1093 personnel engaged. Aircraft assisted with water and retardant drops, supporting ground operations in...
Resources Expand and Line Construction Continues on Tyee Ridge Complex- August 29, 2023 Morning Update
Umpqua, Ore. – Firefighters are taking advantage of cooler temperatures, higher humidities, and minimal winds. However, they remain challenged by steep slopes and dry fuels. The Lighthouse and...
Weather Helps Firefighters on Tyee Ridge Complex – August 28, 2023 Evening Update
Umpqua, OR – Crews continued to make progress on the Tyee Ridge Complex in western Douglas County. To the north, the Blue Pool and Yellow Point Fires are in mopup and will be in patrol status...
WILDLAND FIRE STATISTICS
ODF has been protecting Oregon’s forests for 110 years, and is the largest fire department in Oregon, protecting about 16 million acres of private and public forestland. The department emphasizes the importance of preventing human-caused fires, reducing wildfire risks through improved forest health and resiliency, and keeping those fires that do start as small as possible. This approach protects lives and property and limits fire-related impacts to communities.
These stats are for lands protected by ODF only. The Northwest Interagency Coordination Center shares updated statewide and regional stats daily.
As of September 18, 2023
ODF PROTECTED LAND
Fires and acres burned
Total fires = 881
Total acres = 16,155
10-year average fires and acres burned
Total fires = 922
Total acres = 119,269
ALL LANDS IN OREGON
Fires and acres burned
Total fires = 1,684*
Total acres = 177,812
* ODF Fires database & NWCC SIT reconcile.
10-year average fires and acres burned**
** Requires special requests to NWCC – not on normal daily reports.
Annual Fire Reports are available through the Northwest Interagency Coordination Center (NWCC).