Alder Creek Fire
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Alder Creek Fire | |
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Date(s) | July 6, 2023 โ present |
Location | Wheeler County, Oregon |
Statistics | |
Burned area | 1,551 acres (628 ha) |
Ignition | |
Cause | under investigation |
Map | |
The Alder Creek Fire is an active wildfire in Wheeler County, Oregon. Ignited in the early afternoon at about 5 pm on July 6, 2023, the cause of the fire is still under investigation. The fire ultimately burned 1,551 acres (628 ha).[1]
History
The fire began near U.S. Route 19 at mile marker 81. As of July 8, 2023[update], it had burned 760 acres (310 ha) and was 0% contained.[1] On July 15, 2023 the fire was fully contained. It ultimately destroyed a total of 1,551 acres (628 ha).
Cause
The cause of the fire is currently unknown and under investigation.[1]
Impact
No evacuations were ordered, and no structures and communities were threatened.[1]
References
- ^ a b c d "NWCC :: Home". gacc.nifc.gov. Retrieved July 8, 2023.
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