What are the name and location of the wildfires?
As of July 17, 2026, multiple large wildfires are actively burning across North-Central and Eastern Oregon, prompting evacuation orders, threatening communities, and drawing a significant multi-agency firefighting response.
The largest incidents are burning across Gilliam, Wheeler, Wasco, Crook, Jefferson, and Umatilla counties, while several additional fires remain active throughout the state. Oregon remains under heightened wildfire activity because of hot, dry weather, gusty winds, and dry vegetation.
The Hoag Fire, formerly known as the Lower Rock Creek Fire, is burning in Gilliam County near Lower and Middle Rock Creek Roads west of Highway 19 (1).
The Hopkins Fire is burning east of Highway 206 near Devils Butte Road northwest of Condon in Gilliam County (2).
The Deadman Canyon Fire is burning in Wasco County approximately 6.5 miles west of Antelope, north of Antelope Highway and east of Highway 97 (3).
The Cove Creek Fire is burning southwest of Fossil in Wheeler County near Highway 218 and approximately one mile east of John Day Fossil Beds National Monument. The wildfire has expanded rapidly through timber and grass fuels, threatening structures near Indian Canyon, Hay Bottom Canyon, Cove Creek, Iron Mountain, Sheep Mountain, and Robinson Canyon (4).
The Crosswhite Fire is burning in Wheeler County near Twickenham and Dry Hollow (5).
The Brewer Fire is burning near Brewer Reservoir approximately 11.5 miles east of Madras across Crook and Jefferson counties. The wildfire continues to expand near Grizzly Mountain, prompting evacuation alerts in nearby communities (6).
The Lower Dry Creek Fire is burning in Umatilla County near Milton-Freewater, Weston, and Highway 204. The fire has spread through grasslands, wheat fields, and timber while affecting the Walla Walla Creek drainage, Basket Mountain Road, Big Dry Creek Road, Little Dry Creek Road, and surrounding communities (7).
In addition to these major incidents, numerous other notable fires are burning across Oregon, including the Wilcox Fire, Olive Butte Fire, Salmon Fire, Anthony Fire, Akawa Butte Fire, and Porcupine Ridge Fire. Numerous smaller wildfires are also active across the state as firefighters continue responding to rapidly changing fire conditions.
Which cities or areas are affected by the wildfire?
The cities and areas affected by the Oregon wildfires include:
Hoag Fire
- Arlington
- Bottimiller Lane
- Highway 19 corridor
- Lower Rock Creek
- Middle Rock Creek
- Rattlesnake Road
- Weatherford Lane
Hopkins Fire
- Condon
- Devils Butte Road
- Dry Fork Canyon
- Highway 206 corridor
- Wet Fork Canyon
Deadman Canyon Fire
- Antelope
- Highway 97 corridor
- Highway 293 corridor
- Madras
Cove Creek Fire
- Cove Creek
- Fossil
- Hay Bottom Canyon
- Highway 218 corridor
- Indian Canyon
- Iron Mountain
- John Day Fossil Beds National Monument
- Robinson Canyon
- Sheep Mountain
Crosswhite Fire
- Dry Hollow
- Rowe Creek
- Sugar Loaf Butte
- Twickenham
Brewer Fire
- Brewer Reservoir
- Grizzly Mountain
- Jefferson County
- Madras
Lower Dry Creek Fire
- Basket Mountain Road
- Big Dry Creek Road
- Couse Creek
- Highway 11 corridor
- Highway 204 corridor
- Little Dry Creek Road
- Milton-Freewater
- Pendleton
- Pine Creek
- Walla Walla Creek drainage
- Walla Walla River Road
- Weston
What is the current containment status of the wildfires?
As of July 17, 2026, containment remains limited across many of Oregon's largest wildfires. Several fires continue to exhibit active fire behavior under dry weather conditions, while firefighters focus on protecting homes, strengthening containment lines, and limiting additional fire growth.
The Hoag Fire has burned approximately 10,000 acres. Although an official containment percentage has not been released, firefighters report that active fire activity has largely remained west of Highway 19 while crews continue reinforcing containment lines and protecting threatened structures.
The Hopkins Fire has an updated mapped burn area of approximately 3,104 acres, although earlier operational estimates placed the fire closer to 5,000 acres following rapid overnight growth. The fire remains at 0% containment as suppression operations continue with support from multiple federal, state, and local agencies.
The Deadman Canyon Fire has burned approximately 5,000 acres. An official containment percentage has not yet been released as firefighters continue evaluating fire behavior and expanding suppression efforts.
The Cove Creek Fire has grown to approximately 7,208 acres. The fire remains at 0% containment while interagency crews prioritize structure protection and establish containment lines around threatened communities.
The Crosswhite Fire has expanded to approximately 10,994 acres. Fire officials have not released an official containment percentage, and suppression efforts remain focused on limiting additional fire growth and protecting nearby properties.
The Brewer Fire has grown to approximately 5,000 acres. An official containment percentage has not yet been reported as firefighters continue deploying additional resources to strengthen suppression efforts.
The Lower Dry Creek Fire has burned approximately 6,754 acres and is currently 0% contained. Firefighters continue constructing containment lines, removing hazardous trees, protecting homes, and responding to rapidly changing fire conditions across the incident area.
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
Evacuation orders and warnings remain in effect for multiple wildfire incidents across Oregon. Emergency management officials continue to update evacuation zones as fire conditions change, and residents are encouraged to monitor official alerts and leave immediately if directed to do so.
The Hoag Fire remains under multiple evacuation levels in Gilliam County. Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders remain in effect for residents along Lower Rock Creek Road, Middle Rock Creek Road, Weatherford Lane, Bottimiller Lane, and nearby areas west of Highway 19. Level 2 (Be Set) warnings remain in place for residences north of Weatherford Road, while Level 1 (Be Ready) alerts extend north toward Rattlesnake Road and Blalock Canyon Road. Arlington Elementary School in Arlington has been established as an evacuation shelter for displaced residents.
The Hopkins Fire currently has no formal evacuation orders in place. However, officials report that structures and infrastructure remain threatened as the fire continues burning northeast through Dry Fork and Wet Fork Canyon. Residents are advised to stay prepared for rapidly changing conditions.
The Deadman Canyon Fire has prompted Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders from Milepost 4 to Milepost 8 along Highway 293. Highway 293 has been closed, and Madras Middle School in Madras has been opened as an evacuation shelter for residents displaced from the Antelope area.
The Cove Creek Fire has resulted in both Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders and Level 2 (Be Set) evacuation warnings across multiple Wheeler County evacuation zones. Mandatory evacuations include areas east of Indian Canyon, south of Iron Mountain, throughout Cove Creek, west of Highway 218, and north of Sheep Mountain. Emergency officials continue updating evacuation maps as fire conditions evolve.
The Crosswhite Fire has prompted widespread evacuation alerts in Wheeler County. Multiple Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders remain in effect around Twickenham, Dry Hollow, Rowe Creek, and Sugar Loaf Butte. Additional Level 2 and Level 1 alerts have been issued as firefighters work to protect homes and surrounding communities. Wireless Emergency Alerts have also been sent to residents in the highest-risk areas.
The Brewer Fire is currently under a Level 1 (Be Ready) evacuation alert for the SE Brewer zone in Jefferson County. Residents are encouraged to prepare for possible evacuation should fire conditions worsen.
The Lower Dry Creek Fire continues to affect numerous communities in Umatilla County. Multiple Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation orders and Level 2 (Be Set) warnings remain active around Highway 11, Highway 204, Couse Creek Road, Walla Walla River Road, Basket Mountain Road, Pine Creek, and surrounding rural areas.
Some evacuation zones have recently been reduced as firefighters make progress, although many restrictions remain in place. The American Red Cross shelter remains open at Sunridge Middle School in Pendleton, while the Milton-Freewater Community Building continues serving as a temporary evacuation point for affected residents. Livestock evacuation facilities also remain available at the Pendleton Round-Up Grandstand.
Residents living near any active wildfire should remain prepared to evacuate immediately if conditions deteriorate and should continue monitoring local emergency management agencies for updated evacuation information.
How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.
- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
- Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
- Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of July 17, 2026, the Hopkins Fire is 0% contained.
The Cove Creek Fire is 0% contained.
The Lower Dry Creek Fire is 0% contained.
