Rowena Fire (OR95S)

Wildfire Status:

The Rowena Fire, which ignited on June 11, 2025, around 1:30 PM, is currently affecting an area approximately three miles northwest of The Dalles, Oregon. As of the latest update, the fire has burned a total of 3,700 acres and is reported to be 99% contained. Local firefighting resources initially responded to the incident, and as the situation escalated, additional support was requested, leading to the establishment of Unified Command between the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) Team 2 and the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) Green Team on June 12.

Currently, there are 44 personnel engaged in firefighting efforts. The primary fuels involved in the fire include short grass, brush, and light logging slash. Planned actions focus on mop-up operations, with the expectation of some smoldering and smoke activity as the fire is brought under full control. The incident commanders overseeing the response are Steve Bregman from OSFM and Matt Howard from ODF.

Weather conditions in the area are presenting challenges, with dry conditions and breezy west winds influencing fire behavior. Relative humidity is forecasted to range between 35 and 40 percent, with maximum temperatures expected to be between 72 and 75 degrees Fahrenheit. Winds are anticipated to be 10 to 15 mph, gusting up to 30 mph in the afternoon, which could potentially affect the remaining smoldering areas of the fire. Fire crews are being vigilant as they continue their efforts to fully extinguish the Rowena Fire.

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