North Willamette Complex (ORWIF)

Wildfire Status:

The North Willamette Complex, located northeast of Blue River and southeast of Oak Ridge, currently encompasses multiple active fires including the Boulder Creek, Linton Creek, Pyramid, and Round Top Fires, which were reported on July 28, 2024. Additionally, the Ore Fire, reported earlier on July 17, 2024, is also part of this complex. The majority of these fires were ignited by lightning, while the cause of the Ore Fire remains undetermined. As of the latest update, the complex has burned approximately 6,657 acres and is being managed by Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 6.

Fire response efforts are robust, with a total of 977 personnel deployed to combat the flames. The current situation shows that while five of the fires are exhibiting minimal activity, the Ore Fire is 76% contained, with the other fires still needing considerable attention. The fire behavior is characterized by minimal creeping, backing, and single tree torching, primarily staying within established containment lines. Significant events include smoldering in heavy fuel areas, with a slight uptick in fire behavior during warmer afternoons, although no substantial growth has been reported.

Weather conditions are currently favorable for fire suppression efforts. Humidity recovery and light precipitation are expected to limit fire activity, although warming and drying trends could lead to slight increases in fire behavior. Planned actions by the fire management teams include the construction of control lines, mopping up operations, and monitoring to ensure containment. Notably, one lane of Highway 126 remains closed to facilitate firefighting operations, with traffic being led by a pilot car. Overall, while challenges remain, effective management and weather conditions provide a positive outlook for containment efforts in the North Willamette Complex.

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