Whisky Creek Fire (ORMHF)
3,239 acre wildfire (100% contained)
Cascade Locks, Oregon, United States
Whisky Creek Fire
Wildfire Status:
The Whisky Creek Fire, located approximately 6 miles southeast of Cascade Locks, Oregon, has been officially declared 100% contained as of October 31, 2024. The fire, which started on July 20, 2024, burned a total area of 3,239 acres before suppression efforts were able to bring it under control. This incident was classified as a full suppression fire and the cause is currently under investigation, believed to be human-related.
Fire agencies mobilized significant resources to combat the Whisky Creek Fire, deploying crews and equipment to ensure the blaze was contained effectively. The successful containment reflects the hard work and dedication of the firefighting teams involved. Although the fire is now contained, the impact of the fire on the local environment and surrounding communities will continue to be assessed in the aftermath.
Weather conditions during the fire's progression likely influenced its spread, although specific details regarding the weather at the time of the fire were not provided. The containment success could be attributed to favorable weather patterns in the latter stages of the incident, which would have aided firefighting efforts. The focus now shifts to recovery and monitoring efforts to ensure the area remains safe from potential flare-ups.
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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 |
| 2024-10-31 | 49% contained |
| 2025-02-05 | 100% contained |
Fire Growth History:
| Date | Fire Size (Acres) | Fire Size (Square Miles) | Fire Size (Square Kilometers) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 2025-02-05 | 3239 acres | 5.1 sq mi | 13.0 sq km |