Courtrock Fire (OR95S)

First Reported: 2024-07-25 22:24:59 UTC on July 25, 2024
Inciweb page: OR95S Courtrock Fire
Size: 20019 Acres
Type: Wildfire
Status: Field Active
Percent Contained: 100%
Courtrock Fire (2024-07-25)
20,019 acre wildfire (100% contained)
John Day, Oregon, United States
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Two Cabin (2024-09-05)
251 acre wildfire (5% contained)
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Fossil Complex (2024-09-06)
24,446 acre wildfire (68% contained)
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Shoe Fly Fire (2024-09-03)
26,817 acre wildfire (89% contained)
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Rail Ridge (2024-09-03)
162,345 acre wildfire (50% contained)
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Battle Mountain Complex (2024-07-19)
183,026 acre wildfire (94% contained)
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Lone Rock Fire (2024-07-16)
137,222 acre wildfire (98% contained)
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Falls Fire (2024-07-12)
151,689 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Burns, Oregon, United States

Wildfire Status:

The Courtrock Fire, which ignited on July 21, 2024, due to a lightning strike, has shown significant progress in containment efforts, currently standing at 97% containment. The fire is situated south of Monument and west of Long Creek, covering an area of approximately 20,019 acres. Full suppression tactics are being utilized to manage the fire's activity. Fortunately, evacuations for the affected regions have been lifted, allowing residents to return home safely.

Fire agencies are actively engaged in suppression operations, and to ensure public safety, certain areas around the fire have been closed. The Malheur National Forest has implemented an area closure within the Blue Mountain Ranger District to facilitate these operations. Fire managers continue to advise the public to adhere to fire restrictions and prevention tips provided by the Oregon Department of Forestry to mitigate future wildfire risks.

Weather conditions have played a role in fire management, with predictions indicating that current wildfires in the Pacific Northwest, including the Courtrock Fire, may persist until the region receives significant rainfall. Isolated storms with gusty winds and occasional lightning are expected, which could impact fire activity. Firefighters remain vigilant, monitoring the situation closely as they work to secure the perimeter and ensure the safety of surrounding communities.

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Containment History:

Date Percent Contained
2024-07-26 9% contained
2024-07-27 14% contained
2024-07-28 17% contained
2024-07-29 24% contained
2024-07-30 31% contained
2024-07-31 37% contained
2024-08-01 41% contained
2024-08-02 45% contained
2024-08-06 57% contained
2024-08-07 77% contained
2024-08-09 83% contained
2024-08-10 89% contained
2024-08-12 97% contained
2024-08-16 99% contained
2024-09-19 100% contained

Fire Growth History:

Date Fire Size (Acres) Fire Size (Square Miles) Fire Size (Square Kilometers)
2024-07-26 9915 acres 15.5 sq mi 39.7 sq km
2024-07-27 12959 acres 20.2 sq mi 51.8 sq km
2024-07-28 14496 acres 22.7 sq mi 58.0 sq km
2024-07-30 17066 acres 26.7 sq mi 68.3 sq km
2024-07-31 19834 acres 31.0 sq mi 79.3 sq km
2024-08-01 19282 acres 30.1 sq mi 77.1 sq km
2024-08-02 19854 acres 31.0 sq mi 79.4 sq km
2024-08-04 20013 acres 31.3 sq mi 80.1 sq km
2024-08-06 20018 acres 31.3 sq mi 80.1 sq km
2024-09-19 20019 acres 31.3 sq mi 80.1 sq km