Whisky Creek Fire (ORMHF)
3,239 acre wildfire (49% contained)
Cascade Locks, Oregon, United States
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Wildfire Status:
The Whisky Creek Fire, located six miles southeast of Cascade Locks, Oregon, has currently burned approximately 3,203 acres of land within the rugged terrain of the Mark O. Hatfield Wilderness in the Mt. Hood National Forest. As of now, the fire is 49% contained, with suppression efforts focusing on maintaining control lines along the southern and eastern edges. The fire behavior has been moderated due to recent precipitation, which has contributed to reduced activity, allowing for better management of the situation. However, smoke from heavy fuels continues to be a concern for nearby communities in the Hood River Valley and Columbia River Gorge.
Firefighting resources on the scene include a total of 72 personnel, comprising two hand crews, two engines, two water tenders, and two heavy equipment units. The response from fire agencies has been robust, emphasizing both firefighter and public safety as top priorities. The Eagle Creek Fire scar serves as a natural barrier, aiding containment along the western and northern perimeters of the fire. Despite the significant progress made, the area remains under close surveillance as conditions can change rapidly in such environments.
The fire's origin is classified as human-caused and is still under investigation. With the current containment efforts, the estimated date for full containment is set for November 30, 2024. Fire agencies continue to monitor the situation closely, and community updates will remain ongoing as the firefighting efforts progress.
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Containment History:
Date | Percent Contained |
---|---|
2024-07-23 | 0% contained |
2024-08-13 | 0% contained |
2024-08-15 | 7% contained |
2024-08-21 | 9% contained |
2024-08-31 | 24% contained |
2024-10-28 | 25% contained |
2024-10-30 | 49% contained |
Fire Growth History:
Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
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2024-07-23 | 130 acres | 0.2 sq mi | 0.5 sq km |
2024-07-25 | 288 acres | 0.5 sq mi | 1.2 sq km |
2024-07-27 | 856 acres | 1.3 sq mi | 3.4 sq km |
2024-08-01 | 891 acres | 1.4 sq mi | 3.6 sq km |
2024-08-03 | 934 acres | 1.5 sq mi | 3.7 sq km |
2024-08-04 | 1003 acres | 1.6 sq mi | 4.0 sq km |
2024-08-05 | 1174 acres | 1.8 sq mi | 4.7 sq km |
2024-08-07 | 1330 acres | 2.1 sq mi | 5.3 sq km |
2024-08-09 | 1447 acres | 2.3 sq mi | 5.8 sq km |
2024-08-10 | 1671 acres | 2.6 sq mi | 6.7 sq km |
2024-08-11 | 1743 acres | 2.7 sq mi | 7.0 sq km |
2024-08-12 | 1750 acres | 2.7 sq mi | 7.0 sq km |
2024-08-13 | 1865 acres | 2.9 sq mi | 7.5 sq km |
2024-08-14 | 1903 acres | 3.0 sq mi | 7.6 sq km |
2024-08-15 | 1905 acres | 3.0 sq mi | 7.6 sq km |
2024-08-16 | 1938 acres | 3.0 sq mi | 7.8 sq km |
2024-08-17 | 1951 acres | 3.0 sq mi | 7.8 sq km |
2024-08-18 | 1971 acres | 3.1 sq mi | 7.9 sq km |
2024-08-19 | 1973 acres | 3.1 sq mi | 7.9 sq km |
2024-08-21 | 2057 acres | 3.2 sq mi | 8.2 sq km |
2024-08-22 | 2067 acres | 3.2 sq mi | 8.3 sq km |
2024-08-23 | 2058 acres | 3.2 sq mi | 8.2 sq km |
2024-08-26 | 2067 acres | 3.2 sq mi | 8.3 sq km |
2024-08-28 | 2075 acres | 3.2 sq mi | 8.3 sq km |
2024-08-29 | 2084 acres | 3.3 sq mi | 8.3 sq km |
2024-08-31 | 2085 acres | 3.3 sq mi | 8.3 sq km |
2024-09-01 | 2086 acres | 3.3 sq mi | 8.3 sq km |
2024-09-03 | 2092 acres | 3.3 sq mi | 8.4 sq km |
2024-09-04 | 2097 acres | 3.3 sq mi | 8.4 sq km |
2024-09-05 | 2105 acres | 3.3 sq mi | 8.4 sq km |
2024-09-06 | 2117 acres | 3.3 sq mi | 8.5 sq km |
2024-09-07 | 2621 acres | 4.1 sq mi | 10.5 sq km |
2024-09-08 | 2856 acres | 4.5 sq mi | 11.4 sq km |
2024-09-09 | 2935 acres | 4.6 sq mi | 11.7 sq km |
2024-09-10 | 2977 acres | 4.7 sq mi | 11.9 sq km |
2024-09-13 | 3047 acres | 4.8 sq mi | 12.2 sq km |
2024-09-14 | 3084 acres | 4.8 sq mi | 12.3 sq km |
2024-09-15 | 3092 acres | 4.8 sq mi | 12.4 sq km |
2024-09-17 | 3099 acres | 4.8 sq mi | 12.4 sq km |
2024-09-20 | 3145 acres | 4.9 sq mi | 12.6 sq km |
2024-09-23 | 3169 acres | 5.0 sq mi | 12.7 sq km |
2024-10-29 | 3203 acres | 5.0 sq mi | 12.8 sq km |
2024-10-30 | 3239 acres | 5.1 sq mi | 13.0 sq km |