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🔥Fire Update 🔥With the fire now at 98% containment, the Oregon State Fire Marshal Green Team and last two task forces ar...
07/05/2025

🔥Fire Update 🔥

With the fire now at 98% containment, the Oregon State Fire Marshal Green Team and last two task forces are demobilizing and returning home this morning. At 9:00 AM, management of the fire will officially transition back to Umatilla County Fire District #1.

We’re incredibly proud of the hard work and coordination from all responding agencies during this incident.

As fire season ramps up, we want to remind everyone to stay alert and be fire-safe. Conditions are dry, and it only takes a spark. Let’s work together to keep our communities safe this summer. ☀️🔥

On behalf of the Green Team, we want to wish you a happy and safe 4th of July!Enjoy the celebrations, fireworks, and tim...
07/05/2025

On behalf of the Green Team, we want to wish you a happy and safe 4th of July!

Enjoy the celebrations, fireworks, and time with loved ones — but please remember to Keep It Legal, Keep It Safe. 🇺🇸🎆

Due to the prompt and coordinated response from local agencies, the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM), and conflagration ...
07/04/2025

Due to the prompt and coordinated response from local agencies, the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM), and conflagration resources, the fire is now 98% contained. The incident, which began on July 2 and was driven by wind gusts up to 35 mph, has shown significant improvement.

Yesterday, firefighting crews focused on securing the perimeter by extinguishing hotspots and reinforcing containment lines. An OSFM team conducted a thorough perimeter assessment to refine the fire’s mapped boundary and evaluate containment progress yesterday and today. These mapping and containment verification efforts resulted in slight adjustments to the fire perimeter and containment percentage, is now at 98%.

With improved weather conditions and the outstanding work of fire personnel, OSFM has begun a phased demobilization of structural task forces. This morning, task forces from Washington and Clackamas counties returned to their home jurisdictions. Resources from Yamhill and Linn counties remain on scene to support ongoing mop up and monitor for residual heat.
Today’s forecast includes lighter winds, overcast skies in the morning, and cooler temperatures, conditions that are expected to aid in continued containment progress

Current Evacuation Levels:
LEVEL 1 – BE READY
• Salmon Point west to Hat Rock
• North of Hwy 37 to Juniper Canyon
• South of Highway 730 to Cold Springs Reservoir between Tabor Rd and Highway 37

Shelter Available:
• Closed

07/04/2025

This morning, two task forces from Linn and Yamhill counties reengaged to the fire lines to continue mop up operations and tactical patrols.

Night shift crews have just completed their operational briefing and are now heading out to continue the progress made b...
07/04/2025

Night shift crews have just completed their operational briefing and are now heading out to continue the progress made by the day shift. Crews today worked to strengthen containment lines, mop up hot spots, and reinforce critical areas around the fire.

The fire remained within its established perimeter throughout the day. While conditions have been stable, crews remain alert and ready to respond to any changes overnight.

Downgrades in evacuation levels. All areas are in Level 1, "Be Ready."
07/03/2025

Downgrades in evacuation levels. All areas are in Level 1, "Be Ready."

A Story of Courage, Compassion, and a Kitten Named SmokeyYesterday, Umatilla County Fire District #1 firefighters were ...
07/03/2025

A Story of Courage, Compassion, and a Kitten Named Smokey

Yesterday, Umatilla County Fire District #1 firefighters were faced with a fast-moving fire that destroyed a home. The homeowner was reportedly trapped while trying to rescue several kittens and their momma cat. Fire crews reached the homeowner just in time. Although it wasn't safe to retrieve the animals at that moment, firefighters were able to es**rt the homeowner to safety.

Later that evening, the Washington County Task Force and Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue firefighters on Heavy Brush 64 were assigned to the scene. Upon learning about the kittens, they searched the area and were able to locate them all. Sadly, one kitten had not survived, but two were unharmed — and one had suffered burns to its paws and face.

The injured kitten was taken to a vet and is now recovering well. The grateful owner decided on a fitting name for the brave little survivor: “Smokey.”

We’re proud of the teamwork, quick action, and heart shown by all the crews involved.

Here’s the latest fire perimeter map from last night’s infrared (IR) flight. As of this morning, there have been no sign...
07/03/2025

Here’s the latest fire perimeter map from last night’s infrared (IR) flight. As of this morning, there have been no significant changes to the fire line. The fire is currently mapped at just over 1,900 acres. Crews continue working to reinforce containment lines and monitor for hot spots throughout the area.

- Fire Update - Hermiston, Ore. – The Cold Springs Fire started yesterday around 2:00 PM, fueled by 20–30 mph winds and ...
07/03/2025

- Fire Update -

Hermiston, Ore. – The Cold Springs Fire started yesterday around 2:00 PM, fueled by 20–30 mph winds and gusts up to 35 mph, with temperatures reaching 93°F. Initial reports of multiple structures being threatened prompted an immediate third alarm and a rapid, coordinated response.

Utilizing the Oregon Fire Mutual Aid System (OFMAS), under immediate response, OSFM provided aerial assets along with federal partners. Despite challenging conditions, Umatilla County Fire District #1 with mutual aid and federal resources successfully halted the fire’s forward progress late last night.

The Conflagration was invoked on July 2nd and the OSFM Green Team, led by IC Lance Lighty, assumed command this morning. Conflagration resources are working alongside local, state, and federal partners to fully contain and put the fire to rest.

One home was lost, but firefighters successfully saved several other residences and a barn through aggressive direct structure protection. Local landowners played a key role, using heavy equipment and tractors to establish control lines and assist with containment efforts.

Power was rerouted by utility companies to minimize disruptions. Pacific Power crews remain on scene this morning to address multiple damaged poles.

Operations continued overnight with crews reinforcing containment and evaluating structures in and around the fire perimeter.

Two structural task forces from Washington and Clackamas counties assisted overnight with suppression efforts and mop-up operations around structures. Today, task forces from Linn and Yamhill counties are arriving to reinforce containment lines and give initial crews some much-needed relief.

“This was a fast-moving, wind-driven fire with homes immediately at risk,” said OSFM Deputy Chief Travis Medema. “The quick response and strong coordination between local firefighters, landowners, and state partners prevented further structural loss and got us to a strong containment position overnight. It’s already proving to be a busy fire season – this kind of coordination makes all the difference to save lives and protect property.”

Today’s forecast calls for lower winds and slightly cooler temperatures – favorable conditions for continued progress on containment.
Current Evacuation Levels:

LEVEL 2 – BE SET
• South of Hwy 730 to Cold Springs Reservoir between Tabor Rd and Hwy 37
LEVEL 1 – BE READY
• Salmon Point west to Hat Rock
• North of Hwy 37 to Juniper Canyon
Shelter Available:
• Red Cross shelter is open at the Eastern Oregon Trade and Event Center
📍 1705 E Airport Rd, Hermiston

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Hermiston, OR

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