Oregon Wildfire Information
This week, we’ve seen an increase in wildfire activity with the Larch Creek Fire in Wasco County and the Salt Creek Fire in Jackson County. In addition to wildfires in our state, wildfires in neighboring states can also affect our air quality. The Oregon-California border is currently experiencing smoke impacts from California’s Shelly Fire.
The safety of our residents and visitors is our priority and we must provide consistent messaging regarding wildfires, closures and air quality. The following resources are helpful stay informed:
- Sign up or update your information to receive evacuation alerts from OR-Alert.
- Check your phone settings to ensure wireless emergency alerts are turned on.
- Find the websites for your county emergency management, sheriff’s office, or tribal police and follow them on social media.
- Oregon Department of Forestry
- Keep Oregon Green
- Travel Oregon’s Travel Alerts
- Oregon Smoke Information
- Regional Wildfire/Travel Updates:
Many wildfire-affected areas remain closed, while others have reopened but still require caution when visiting. Please confirm conditions using TripCheck and respect road closures. Here’s what to know about Oregon’s wildfire-impacted areas.
For more information and answers to frequently asked questions, read this guide to wildfire season in Oregon.
