Microwave Tower Fire (OR95S)
1,313 acre wildfire (95% contained)
White Salmon, Washington, United States
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Wildfire Status:
The Microwave Tower Fire, located approximately 5 miles west-southwest of Mosier, Oregon, was first reported on July 22, 2024. As of October 3, 2024, the fire has burned a total of 1,313 acres and is currently 95% contained. The fire features a mix of brush, timber, and grass fuels. The incident is classified as a full suppression fire, and the cause remains undetermined. A total of 21 personnel are currently involved in firefighting efforts.
Fire response has been coordinated by the Oregon Department of Forestry, the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area Forest Service, and local fire districts. Firefighting activities have included strategically planned suppression operations to address remaining hotspots. As a result of these efforts, the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail, which had been closed since the fire's onset, is set to reopen on October 3, 2024.
Weather conditions have played a critical role in fire management, although specific details on current weather patterns or conditions were not provided. The focus moving forward includes transitioning the incident management to local units, with an estimated full containment date set for August 10, 2024. As the situation develops, updates will be made available through local emergency services and incident management channels.
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Containment History:
| Date | Percent Contained |
|---|---|
| 2024-07-24 | 0% contained |
| 2024-07-25 | 14% contained |
| 2024-07-31 | 53% contained |
| 2024-08-01 | 79% contained |
| 2024-08-04 | 84% contained |
| 2024-08-08 | 89% contained |
| 2024-11-21 | 95% contained |
Fire Growth History:
| Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-07-24 | 704 acres | 1.1 sq mi | 2.8 sq km |
| 2024-07-25 | 704 acres | 1.1 sq mi | 2.8 sq km |
| 2024-07-26 | 762 acres | 1.2 sq mi | 3.0 sq km |
| 2024-07-27 | 806 acres | 1.3 sq mi | 3.2 sq km |
| 2024-07-28 | 1062 acres | 1.7 sq mi | 4.2 sq km |
| 2024-07-30 | 1306 acres | 2.0 sq mi | 5.2 sq km |
| 2024-08-05 | 1311 acres | 2.0 sq mi | 5.2 sq km |
| 2024-11-21 | 1313 acres | 2.1 sq mi | 5.3 sq km |