Elk Fire (2025-07-10)

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office lifts all remaining evacuation zones for Elk Lane Fire as it reaches 91% containment. All evacuation levels now completely removed, allowing all residents to return home.

All evacuation levels around Elk Lane Fire reduced below Level 3 as fire reaches 65% containment. Oregon State Fire Marshal teams demobilizing due to improved conditions.

All evacuation levels around Elk Lane Fire reduced below Level 3 as fire reaches 55% containment. Oregon State Fire Marshal teams begin demobilizing due to improved conditions.

Elk Lane Fire continues with structures threatened and multiple evacuation zones in place. Fire held within existing footprint but evacuation notices remain active across affected areas.

Elk Lane Fire grows to 5,640 acres with structures threatened and evacuation notices in place. Fire remains active on east side burning within Dry Canyon and Willow Creek areas.

Elk Lane Fire ignites from lightning strike approximately 7 miles northwest of Madras. Initial evacuation orders issued as fire rapidly spreads in challenging conditions.

All evacuation levels around Elk Lane Fire reduced below Level 3 as fire reaches 55% containment. Oregon State Fire Marshal teams begin demobilizing due to improved conditions.

Jefferson County Sheriff's Office lifts all remaining evacuation zones for Elk Lane Fire. All evacuation levels now below Level 3, allowing residents to return home safely.