Round Butte Fire Burns 1,039 Acres in Central Oregon
• Firefighters are actively working to contain the Round Butte Fire, which started on the south side of Round Butte and spread east through grass, brush, and juniper.
• The fire, located approximately five miles west of Madras, Oregon, has burned 1,039 acres as of an overnight infrared flight.
Impact & Risks
The fire poses risks to residents and properties in Jefferson County, with Level 1, 2, and 3 evacuations issued by the Jefferson County Sheriff’s Office. Smoke from the fire may impact air quality in surrounding areas, and air resource advisors are providing daily smoke forecasts. Additionally, flying personal drones near the wildfire is prohibited as it endangers firefighting aircraft and personnel. The fire is burning on both Crooked River National Grassland and private land, increasing the complexity of containment efforts.
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