Shoe Fly Fire (OR95S)

Wildfire Status:

The Shoe Fly Fire, located approximately six miles northeast of Mitchell, Oregon, was first reported on September 2, 2024. Since its inception, the fire has grown to cover an area of 26,817 acres, with 89% of its perimeter currently contained. Local fire management resources, including the Oregon Department of Forestry, landowners, and fire districts, were quick to respond following initial reports of the fire and subsequent thunderstorms in the area. An Incident Management Team was ordered and became operational on September 3, 2024.

As of now, the fire is primarily exhibiting minimal activity, with fire behavior described as creeping and smoldering, particularly in denser tree stands. The total personnel involved in firefighting efforts has reached 326. Planned actions include securing the fire line, mop-up operations extending 300 feet from the perimeter, and conducting suppression repairs as needed. Fire officials anticipate that activity will remain low due to increased humidity, which has improved fuel moisture levels significantly.

Current weather conditions are moderately favorable for firefighting, with temperatures ranging from the mid-60s to low-70s, slightly above seasonal averages. Afternoon humidity levels have dropped to the upper 20s to mid-30s percent range, with northwesterly winds gusting up to 20 mph. A large low-pressure system is expected to bring cooler temperatures and scattered rain showers in the coming days, which should further enhance the fire environment. However, as the week progresses, a gradual warming and drying trend is anticipated, necessitating continued vigilance from fire management teams.

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