Alder Creek Fire
LocationWheeler County, Oregon
Statistics
Date(s)July 6, 2023 (2023-07-06) โ€“ present
Burned area1,551 acres (628 ha)
Causeunder investigation
Map

The Alder Creek Fire is an active wildfire in Wheeler County, Oregon. Ignited in the early afternoon at about 5 pm on July 6, 2023, the cause of the fire is still under investigation. The fire ultimately burned 1,551 acres (628 ha).[1]

History

The fire began near U.S. Route 19 at mile marker 81. As of July 8, 2023, it had burned 760 acres (310 ha) and was 0% contained.[1] On July 15, 2023 the fire was fully contained. It ultimately destroyed a total of 1,551 acres (628 ha).

Cause

The cause of the fire is currently unknown and under investigation.[1]

Impact

No evacuations were ordered, and no structures and communities were threatened.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 "NWCC :: Home". gacc.nifc.gov. Retrieved July 8, 2023.
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