Great Basin jumps to highest fire preparedness level; $18M fund launched for Beaver area

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1. Wed, 5 August 2026

   1 report
   • idahostatejournal.com20:45first to report
     August brings ‘catastrophic’ wildfire conditions to Utah
2. Thu, 6 August 2026

   1 report
   • ksl.com18:30edited after publishing
     Great Basin jumps to highest fire preparedness level; $18M fund launched for Beaver area

     previouslyUtah, feds launch $18M recovery effort in Beaver area; Widemouth 2 Fire grows

     Utah and federal officials announced an $18 million agreement to begin the recovery from a massive fire that burned this year, while firefighting operations continue at a nearby fire.

3. Fri, 7 August 2026

   2 reports
   • stgeorgeutah.com16:15
     Utah, feds strike $18 million deal to help repair damage from Cottonwood Fire

     Utah Gov. Spencer Cox and U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz on Thursday struck an $18.4 million deal to help Beaver and Piute counties recover from wildfire and flooding damage.

   • mynewsla.com23:44
     Firefighters Battle Fast-Moving Brush Fire in Gorman Area

     A fast-moving brush fire raced across hundreds of acres of terrain in the Gorman area near the Kern County line Friday, prompting evacuation orders and warnings and forcing a full closure of the heavily traveled Golden State (5) Freeway. Fire crews responded around 2:40 p.m. to the Ridge Fire burning northeast of the 5 Freeway […]

4. Sat, 8 August 2026

   12 reports
   • mynewsla.com00:42
     Firefighters Battle Fast-Moving Brush Fire in Gorman Area

     A fast-moving brush fire raced across hundreds of acres of terrain in the Gorman area near the Kern County line Friday, prompting evacuation orders and warnings and forcing a full closure of the heavily traveled Golden State (5) Freeway. Fire crews responded around 2:40 p.m. to the Ridge Fire burning northeast of the 5 Freeway […]

   • laist.com04:19edited after publishing
     All evacuations lifted for Ridge Fire near Gorman

     previouslyRidge Fire near Gorman prompts evacuations, briefly closes the 5

     The 1,108-acre fire is 54% contained as of Saturday evening.

   • laist.com07:30
     Ridge Fire

     Fast-moving Gorman brush fire briefly shut down 5

   • ksl.com07:30edited after publishing
     Utah's fires surpass 500,000 acres for 2nd time ever, but monsoons could help slow activity

     previouslyUtah's fires near 500,000 acres for 2nd time ever, but monsoons could help slow activity

     Utah's wildfires reached an undesired feat only seen once before in modern history, but there's hope that another round of monsoons can help quell the state's fire danger.

   • parkrecord.com12:15
     Disaster for Utah - Park Record

     "I respectfully ask the Legislature to reconsider this legislation and either repeal it or substantially amend it before irreversible damage is done to Utah communities."

   • parkrecord.com13:00
     Not just at risk - Park Record

     "Fire hazard on hundreds of thousands of acres of the Wasatch is rated high or very high, threatening our watersheds, wildlife, homes and roads."

   • kzyr.com21:40removed by the outlet
     Wildfire Danger Today (Saturday 8/8):

     From Hugh Fairfield-Smith of Eagle Valley Wildland: Very High Fire Danger remains in effect throughout Eagle County, and Stage 2 Fire Restrictions remain in place. Our latest fuel moisture sampling provides an important look at what is happening in our forests. We are seeing some encouraging improvement in live vegetation at several monitoring locations. However, […]

   • abc7.com22:03edited after publishing
     Forward progress stopped on fire burning near Holser Canyon in Ventura County

     previouslyBrush fire near Holser Canyon prompts evacuation orders, warnings in unincorporated Ventura County

     A brush fire that broke out near Holser Canyon in unincorporated Ventura County prompted evacuations on Saturday afternoon.

   • nbclosangeles.com22:14edited after publishing
     Forward progress stopped on Piru-area brush fire

     previouslyPiru-area brush fire triggers evacuation orders

   • mynewsla.com22:30
     Fast-Moving Brush Fire in Gorman Area Has Scorched 1,057 Acres

     A fast-moving brush fire in the Gorman area near the Kern County line was 30% contained Saturday after scorching 1,057 acres, with evacuation warnings still in place. The Ridge Fire was reported at 2:40 p.m. Friday burning northeast of the Golden State (5) Freeway near Gorman School Road, according to the Los Angeles County Fire […]

   • nypost.com22:33
     Holser Fire forces evacuation orders near Piru in Ventura County
   • newsweek.com23:11
     Utah faces third massive wildfire of year: "Not a record we're proud of"

     Dangerous fire conditions have prevented crews from reaching the site of a crashed firefighting helicopter carrying two people.

5. Sun, 9 August 2026

   4 reports
   • foxreno.com00:15removed by the outlet
     Evacuate now orders expand as Bug Fire burns along U.S. 395 south of Hallelujah Junction

     ===Update 8.8.26 at 4:50 p.m.===Evacuation orders have expanded as crews continue battling a brush fire burning near U.S. 395 south of Hallelujah Junction.Acco

   • turnto23.com00:16edited after publishing ×2
     UPDATE: Fire Crews fully contained Antelope Fire Tuesday

     previouslyUPDATE: Antelope Fire 45% contained at 2,410 acres; forward progress stopped

     UPDATE (Wednesday)- Cal Fire officials say the Antelope Fire was fully contained as of Tuesday evening.

   • nbcmontana.com21:35
     Evacuation orders in place as Bobcat Lake, Sand Creek Fires grow

     Evacuation orders are in place for Elkhorn Hot Springs and Maverick Mountain and all communities south to Shale Creek and Clark Creek on the north end of Grassh

   • ksl.com22:15edited after publishing
     Evacuations ordered in Morgan, Summit counties; Rocky Canyon Fire grows to 13,000 acres

     previouslyEvacuations ordered due to Morgan County's Rocky Canyon Fire

     A wildfire triggered evacuations for homes in Morgan and Summit counties on Sunday after the Rocky Canyon Fire started on Friday.

6. Mon, 10 August 2026

   4 reports
   • bendbulletin.com17:01
     Evacuation levels lifted on fires closest to Bend

     Emergency closures and evacuation levels have been lifted or reduced for wildfires near Bend and Sisters on Monday, reopening many popular recreation sites throughout Central Oregon. The temporary emergency closure […]

   • kwch.com20:51
     Crews battle heat, wind in fight to contain SW Kansas wildfires

     The National Weather Service in Dodge City confirmed that crews managed to gain the upper hand on a pair of wildfires in southwest Kansas.

   • koaa.com21:22
     Mandatory evacuations lifted for 10-acre fire north of Fountain Valley School

     A mandatory evacuation order has been lifted for an area of Security-Widefield on Monday due to a wildfire.

   • denverpost.com21:25edited after publishing
     Evacuations lifted in El Paso County after ‘rapidly growing fire’ contained

     previouslyColorado wildfire: Evacuation order lifted in El Paso County for 'rapidly growing fire'

     An unknown number of El Paso County homes had been ordered to evacuate on Monday, according to the sheriff’s office.

7. Tue, 11 August 2026

   7 reports
   • foxreno.com03:20edited after publishing
     Eight schools closed, some buses halted in evacuation zones due to Bug Fire

     Original Story:Eight Washoe County schools will remain closed Tuesday, Aug. 11, as the Bug Fire continues to impact the area with evacuations, strong winds and

   • mynewsla.com06:57
     Gorman Area Fire is 98% Contained

     The Ridge Fire in the Gorman area near the Kern County line was 98% contained Monday after burning 1,134 acres, but a chance of thunderstorms loomed over the burn area, authorities said. Firefighters made steady progress throughout Sunday when containment started at 78%, the Los Angeles County Fire Department announced, adding that the fire’s progress […]

   • sltrib.com12:00
     How much of Utah has burned this year? The Tribune put together a map of what that looks like.

     The amount of acreage burned in Utah is the equivalent of about 3.5 Zion National Parks, or 2/3 the size of Rhode Island.

   • fox13now.com12:02
     Rocky Canyon Fire evacuees find shelter, food, and support at Coalville church

     Water, snacks and a place to stay. It’s exactly the type of help some folks in Henefer could use after being forced to evacuate their homes.

   • 1035kissfmboise.com14:20
     Two Idaho Vehicle Accidents Caused Wildfires Over the Weekend

     Two of the six serious accidents reported by the Idaho State Police over the weekend resulted in wildfires.

   • mynewsla.com14:42
     Ridge Fire in Gorman Area 98% Contained

     The Ridge Fire in the Gorman area near the Kern County line remained at 98% containment Tuesday after burning 1,134 acres, and fire authorities said they expected to reach full containment by Wednesday. Firefighters made steady progress throughout Sunday when containment started at 78%, the Los Angeles County Fire Department announced, adding that the fire’s […]

   • 2news.com22:30
     Bug Fire and Stallion Fire continue growing, both uncontained

     The Bug Fire has grown to nearly 58,000 acres on Tuesday night, while the Stallion Fire has grown to more than 31,500 acres.

8. Wed, 12 August 2026

   5 reports
   • kxlf.com04:42
     Air crews battle growing Sand Creek Fire as flames threaten more homes and ski area

     More evacuations ordered as fire threatens cabins and damaged chairlift at Maverick Mountain Ski Area

   • kpcw.org13:27
     Rocky Canyon Fire alert issues prompt Park City readiness review

     Park City Manager Adam Lenhard and Deputy City Manager Heather Sneddon discuss the city's part of the Rocky Canyon Fire evacuation alert system missteps and the lessons learned that is prompting a review of current preparedness and a conversation about establishing a regional emergency operations center in the future.

   • federalwaymirror.com16:00
     Hotshot crew arrives at Mount Rainier Fire

     Firefighters have removed potential fuels around the Sunrise Visitor Center, and are wary of the threat of thunderstorms later this week.

   • vaildaily.com16:45
     Wildfires continue to spark in Colorado even as major fire activity slows with monsoonal moisture

     Wildfires continue to burn in Colorado, but incoming monsoonal moisture has officials hoping for some reprieve from what has been a hot, drought-stricken summer.

   • nevadanewsandviews.com17:11
     Wildfires Force Thousands From Homes As Governor Declares Emergency, Woman Arrested For Arson

     Northern Nevada faces its largest fire of the year. A Reno woman now faces charges for starting one of the blazes on purpose.

9. Thu, 13 August 2026

   7 reports
   • lagrandeobserver.com00:22
     Rep. Bentz: More cattle grazing could reduce wildfire intensity

     BAKER CITY — Congressman Cliff Bentz, the Republican from Ontario who represents most of Oregon east of the Cascades, is working on a bill intended to make it easier to […]

   • khns.org01:07
     Haines area sees its 2nd wildfire this month

     Officials say the Little Lake fire is under control after temporarily threatening one structure.

   • Google News - Top Stories01:40
     Woman Arrested After Confessing to Starting Nevada Fire, Officials Say

     Woman Arrested After Confessing to Starting Nevada Fire, Officials Say The New York Times Washoe County sheriff arrests woman accused of starting Fred Mountain Fire KRXI2 Massive wildfire erupts with fire tornado near Calif. border. Yahoo Bug Fire north of Reno now at 57,966 acres, arson arrest made in Fred Mountain Fire KLAS 8 News Now Woman admits to starting Fred Mountain Fire near California-Nevada border, officials say CBS News

   • foxreno.com04:58edited after publishing ×2
     Eagle Fire contained over the weekend, burned 148 acres

     previouslyEagle Fire stays at 151 acres, now 30% contained

     Firefighters fully contained the Eagle Fire in Douglas County over the weekend.According to the East Fork Fire Protection District and Bureau of Land Managemen

   • foxreno.com05:31edited after publishing
     Talbot Fire in Placer County now 75 acres, evacuation warnings issued

     previouslyTalbot Fire in Placer County grows to 200 acres, evacuation warnings issued

     As of Thursday morning, the Talbot Fire in Placer County has now burned 75 acres. It is 15% contained.

   • kirklandreporter.com08:30
     Conditions continue to favor efforts to contain Mount Rainier wildfire

     A hotshot crew has set up a Forward Operating Base at the White River Campground.

   • kpcw.org22:40edited after publishing
     DAY 6: Rocky Canyon Fire reaches 40% containment

     previouslyWEDNESDAY: Rocky Canyon Fire grows to 15.3K acres, 25% contained

     Evacuation orders have been lifted Thursday for Summit County residents who had to leave their homes for the Rocky Canyon Fire.

10. Fri, 14 August 2026

    1 report
    • The Guardian World19:01
      US Forest Service chief reportedly pressed staff for more support for wildfire near his ranch

      Michael Boren requested more aircraft for 7-acre Cabin Creek fire, some of which were diverted from other fires Michael Boren, the US undersecretary of agriculture for natural resources and environment who oversees the US Forest Service, reportedly pressed agency staff last month to deploy more aircraft to a 7-acre (2.8-hectare) fire that was burning near his Idaho ranch, according to a Washington Post report on Friday. The Cabin Creek fire in Idaho began on about 12 July as a result of an...

11. Sat, 15 August 2026

    1 report
    • kkco11news.com20:58
      Black Forest man may have saved the day after spotting tree fire during morning walk

      The tree was located roughly 200 yards from his Black Forest home -- an area very familiar with how quickly flames can spread.

12. Sun, 16 August 2026

    1 report
    • koaa.com23:56
      One person confirmed dead in Beulah flash flooding

      The Pueblo County Sheriff's Office confirms that one person has died from the flash flooding in Beulah.

13. Mon, 17 August 2026

    4 reports
    • tahoedailytribune.com07:57
      Red Flag Warnings: One Spark Can Change the Tahoe Basin

      Every summer, we watch news reports of devastating wildfires across the West and wonder whether Lake Tahoe could be next. The reality is that catastrophic wildfires rarely begin with a major event. More often, they...

    • nbc16.com19:47edited after publishing
      Firefighters flank Skinner Butte blaze, stop it before it reaches hiking trail

      previouslyRapidly moving grass fire on Skinner Butte

      A grass fire sparked on Skinner Butte in Lane County Monday, August 17, 2026.Eugene Police Department askedanyone within a half-mile of the butte to evacuate a

    • nbc16.com20:16edited after publishing
      Eugene Springfield Fire says fire on Skinner Butte human-caused

      previouslyEugene Springfield Fire says fire on Skinner Butte under control

      A fire ignited on Skinner Butte in downtown Eugene causing immediate evacuations in the area.On Tuesday, Eugene Springfield Fire Chief Mike Caven said the fire

    • newstalkkgvo.com20:18
      Sand Creek Fire Tops 31,000 Acres Near Maverick Mountain As Crews Build Line Toward The Big Hole

      Crews fighting the Sand Creek Fire near Maverick Mountain are building fire line through rough, snag-filled terrain

14. Tue, 18 August 2026

    4 reports
    • kxlf.com15:28
      Wildland fire near Ennis scorches 12 acres

      The fire broke out in the Dry Creek Trail area. Crews from the Madison Valley Rural Fire Department arrived to find an active fire and immediately began working to extinguish the flames.

    • kxlf.com17:14
      Moose Fire: Evacuation order for Frog Pond Basin remains in place

      Wildfire crews are battling heat near Frog Pond Basin. A red evacuation order is in effect as dry weather moves in.

    • nbcmontana.com21:56
      Hells Canyon Fire burning 15 acres, north of Twin Bridges

      The Hells Canyon Fire is estimated at 15 acres, 6 miles north of Twin Bridges in Madison County.There are five Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conse

    • nbcmontana.com23:56
      Bitterroot NF lowers fire danger, retracts Stage 2 fire restrictions

      The Bitterroot National Forest is lowering the fire danger from Extreme to High along with retracting Stage 2 fire restrictions.This is due to recent precipitat

15. Wed, 19 August 2026

    2 reports
    • standard.net00:00
      Ogden crews respond to an early morning house fire

      An alert passerby helped prevent possible damage to a home on Jackson Avenue, according to Ogden City. That unidentified individual spotted a shrub that had caught fire near the structure and extinguished the blaze using a garden hose, according to a press release from the city. The release said that Ogden Fire Department crews responded […]

    • whky.com00:22
      Cooksville Fire Department Responds To Oil Spills

      BURKE COUNTY, N.C. (WHKY) – The Cooksville Volunteer Fire Department (CVFD) was dispatched for calls of oil on roadways Tuesday (August 18). Personnel responded to heavy oil spills starting in…

16. Thu, 20 August 2026

    3 reports
    • kjzz.org01:10
      Amid record-breaking U.S. fire season, much fewer acres burned in Arizona compared to last year

      Close to 50,000 wildfires have burned more than 7 million acres, making it the worst wildfire season in 10 years. Fires in Arizona have contributed less than 1% of the nationwide acreage total, mostly due to an increase in monsoon moisture.

    • yubanet.com13:20
      Free Wildfire Preparedness Walking Tour in Grass Valley for Nevada County Residents

      Free wildfire preparedness walking tour in Grass Valley on Sept. 14. Learn home hardening, defensible space, and fire-smart landscaping tips.

    • mymotherlode.com20:31edited after publishing
      Update: Vegetation Fire In Calaveras - myMotherLode.com

      A vegetation fire was burning in the Mountain Ranch area.

17. Fri, 21 August 2026

    4 reports
    • knoe.com12:19
      Union County fire spreads to more than 2,100 acres, several agencies on scene

      Several roads are closed and evacuation orders are in place due to an ongoing fire in Union County, Arkansas.

    • fox56.com14:55
      Arkansas wildfire surges to 2,000 acres, triggers evacuations

      A fast-growing Arkansas wildfire exploded from just 150 acres to roughly 2,000 acres Thursday, prompting voluntary evacuations in El Dorado.

    • kygl.com15:39
      Pine Tree Road Fire Near El Dorado Grows To 2,000 Acres As Crews And Air Tankers Move In

      A 2,000-acre wildfire near El Dorado has pushed about 150 people from their homes. Ten bulldozers are on the ground, air tankers are heading in, and Arkansas now has a live dashboard to track fires statewide.

    • pagosadailypost.com17:30
      Scale of Wildfire Threats to Colorado Watersheds Far Exceeds Funding – Pagosa Daily Post News Events & Video for Pagosa Springs Colorado
18. Sat, 22 August 2026

    1 report
    • ecoportal.net15:55
      Wildfire clouds in Utah that punch into space like volcanoes are finally being chased by scientists brave enough to fly through them

      Discover how scientists are studying wildfire clouds that reach space, influencing weather patterns and climate. Learn about the INSPYRE mission's findings.

19. Sun, 23 August 2026

    3 reports
    • mynews4.com04:35
      Governor Lombardo declares emergency as Hawk Fire spreads in Washoe County

      As the Hawk Fire spread rapidly in Washoe County and evacuation orders expanded, Gov. Joe Lombardo declared a state of emergency.

    • krystal93.com18:00removed by the outlet
      Colorado asks for federal aid after fires destroy 324 homes, trigger deadly flooding
    • dailycamera.com18:00edited after publishing
      Polis requests federal disaster declaration for Colorado wildfires amid growing conflict with White House

      previouslyColorado wildfires: Polis asks Trump for federal disaster assistance

      Polis announced Sunday that he has submitted a formal request for a federal disaster declaration that would open Colorado to assistance from the Federal Emergency Managment Agency.

20. Mon, 24 August 2026

    3 reports
    • kpax.com04:09
      Evacuation warnings issued for Nature Grove Fire in Hamilton

      Evacuation warnings issued for residents on the east end of Skalkaho Highway due to the Nature Grove Fire that was discovered Sunday afternoon.

    • nbclosangeles.com13:17edited after publishing
      Newhall auto body shop fire spreads to restaurant, theater and other businesses

      previouslyFire in Newhall spreads to several businesses

    • hometownstation.com13:49edited after publishing
      Newhall Refinery, The MAIN Theatre Among Several Businesses Destroyed In Large Fire

      previouslyNewhall Refinery One Of Several Businesses Destroyed In Large Fire

      A large fire that started at an auto body repair shop in Newhall has destroyed several businesses on Main Street, including The MAIN theatre on Monday morning.

21. Tue, 25 August 2026

    6 reports
    • kltv.com01:58
      4 fire departments contain fire in Upshur County sparked by tree on power line

      Quick work by responding departments, kept this from becoming a larger wildfire, the fire department said.

    • bendbulletin.com17:00
      Editorial: How much should Bend crack down on flammable vegetation?

      Walk by some homes in Bend and the front yard may not be an actual tinder box, but they can look it. Pine needles aren’t raked up. Tree limbs practically […]

    • PBS NewsHour19:32
      Evacuations ordered in rural Texas as wildfire mushrooms within hours

      Evacuations were being ordered Tuesday in rural Texas where a wildfire has ballooned in size, burning through ranchland and forcing schools to delay or cancel classes.

    • firerescue1.com19:37
      Officials identify crew member who died during N.M. wildfire

      Randy Lupe, a temporary emergency support crew member from the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation, died while supporting operations on the 15,226-acre Frijoles Fire

    • local10.com19:41
      Texas wildfire mushrooms within hours, ripping through ranchlands

      URL changednow www.local10.com/news/2026/08/25/texas-wildfire-mushrooms-within-hours-ripping-through-ranchlands/

      A wildfire that exploded in size in a matter of hours ripped through wide swaths of ranchland in rural Texas, destroying several structures and forcing evacuations and closing schools Tuesday.

    • bakercityherald.com20:12
      Baker County fires bring crews back to Sumpter

      Sumpter’s population is swelling for the second time this summer but it’s not the ideal kind of growth, Mayor Linda Wise said. It’s temporary, for one thing. And the influx […]

22. Wed, 26 August 2026

    7 reports
    • sitkasentinel.com01:20
      Evacuations ordered in rural Texas as wildfire mushrooms within hours

      Evacuations are being ordered in rural Texas where a wildfire has quickly expanded to cover more than 78 square miles. The fire that began early Monday afternoon in a lightly populated area in north …

    • parkrecord.com11:15
      Governor's goon? - Park Record

      "Utah leaders often praise local control. Now we are seeing whether they actually believe in it."

    • advocate-news.com17:54edited after publishing
      Crews work to repair roads damaged by Mile Post 18 fire in Hoopa area

      The Mile Post 18 Fire was processing 200,000 feet of hose this week.

    • nbcdfw.com18:28edited after publishing
      Wildfire evacuation guide: What to pack, how to prepare and when to leave

      previouslyWildfire evacuation checklist: What to pack in a go bag

    • ktvz.com18:31
      Deschutes National Forest reopens Akawa Butte Fire area to public

      Bend, ORE. (KTVZ) --- The Deschutes National Forest lifted the temporary emergency closure for the Akawa Butte Fire area today, reopening the land to the public while urging visitors to exercise caution. Forest Service officials warned that burned landscapes contain safety hazards that did not exist prior to the fire or were worsened by its

    • fox34.com20:25
      Texas ag officials activate wildfire relief funds as Ross Wildfire burns 80,000 acres

      As of Wednesday morning, Aug. 26, the Ross Wildfire has burned approximately 80,000 acres and was 12% contained.

    • tcu360.com21:50
      Smoke from wildfires makes Fort Worth skies hazy

      Fires west of DFW are bringing hazy conditions and smells of smoke to TCU.

23. Thu, 27 August 2026

    4 reports
    • fox4news.com01:07
      Ross Fire: Family loses century-old land, canoe business in blaze

      Land owned by a North Texas family for nearly a century, along with a canoe rental business that's nearly 60-years-old, was completely devastated by the Ross Fire that continues to burn throughout Palo Pinto County.

    • timescall.com15:02edited after publishing
      To save Colorado’s foothills, we have to cut down trees — a lot of trees (Opinion)

      previouslyTo save Colorado's foothills, we have to cut down trees (Opinion)

      Saving our forests from catastrophic fire will take everyone pulling together in the next 10 years on projects that feel, well, downright destructive.

    • canyon-news.com15:08
      Grass Fire Halted In Sherman Oaks By LAFD

      On Wednesday, August 26, the Los Angeles Fire Department battled a grass fire in Sherman Oaks. The fire was reported at 2:09 p.m. at 5600

    • parkrecord.com21:54
      Reservoir levels expected to decline until October

      One hundred percent of the state is in some form of drought. Reservoir storage is at 52%, which is 15% lower than normal for this time of year and 18% lower than the same time last year

24. Fri, 28 August 2026

    1 report
    • news-journal.com10:30
      Texas' Ross fire, 100 miles west of Dallas, grows to 85,000 acres

      The Ross fire grew to an estimated 85,000 acres Thursday as firefighters continued working to keep the blaze from pushing toward communities around Possum Kingdom Lake and Texas 16, according to the Texas A&M Forest Service.

25. Sat, 29 August 2026

    4 reports
    • bakercityherald.com14:29
      Crews fighting McCully Fire continue to use flames as a tactic

      Firefighters on Friday, Aug. 28, used intentional ignitions for the second straight day to create wider buffers between containment lines and the interior of the McCully Fire burning north of […]

    • advocate-news.com14:30edited after publishing
      Thousands of local residents face new wildfire demands for their yards. Here's what you need to know

      previouslyNorth Bay fire agencies focus on education as thousands of property owners face new landscape requirements to reduce wildfire risk

      Fire officials encourage residents in the highest risk areas to get a head start removing flammable materials around their home and making other changes as new regulations roll out.

    • kbzk.com17:57
      More than 600 firefighters, support crews battle two wildfires burning thousands of acres in Beaverhead County

      More than 600 firefighters and support crews are battling the Sand Creek and Bobcat Lakes fires in Beaverhead County

    • kswo.com21:55edited after publishing
      Evacuation order lifted with Railroad South fire under control

      previouslyForward progression of Comanche County fire stopped

      Evacuation order lifted with Railroad South fire under control

26. Sun, 30 August 2026

    2 reports
    • kcby.com20:53
      Evacuation notices lifted for Sno Park Fire near Bend

      Deschutes County Sheriff's Office announced that all evacuation orders related to the Sno Park fire west of Bend have been cancelled after forward progress on t

    • kcbx.org22:18edited after publishing
      Small wildfire breaks out in Pismo Beach

      A small fire called broke out in Pismo Beach Sunday. As of Monday morning firefighters say the 10-acre fire is now 90% contained. This is an ongoing story, updates will be added as more information becomes available.

27. Mon, 31 August 2026

    3 reports
    • kcby.com14:15
      Rural structure fire near Oregon coast extinguished in Lincoln County

      A house fully engulfed in flames on Risley Creek Road near Waldport, Ore., drew a large joint response and prompted Level 2 evacuation notices for nearby reside

    • kcby.com16:19
      Fast moving vegetation fire on Highway 99 stopped by fire crews in Corvallis

      Corvallis Fire Department (CFD) crews battled a fast-moving vegetation fire Sunday, Aug. 30 along Highway 99 West south of Corvallis that burned on both sides o

    • dailybulletin.com20:28edited after publishing
      Highway 243 temporarily closed as Panorama fire burns 23 acres near Banning

      previouslyHighway 243 closed as Panorama fire burns 23 acres near Banning

      The blaze was reported at noon, fire officials said.

28. Tue, 1 September 2026

    3 reports
    • krgv.com01:15
      Kenedy County wildfire fully contained after burning over 2,000 acres

      A 2,003-acre wildfire between Highway 281 and I-69C in Kenedy County is now 100% contained. No injuries or structural damage were reported.

    • nbcmontana.com04:18
      Missoula Co. hosts wildfire preparedness event

      Montana residents are no stranger to how devastating wildfires can be within our communities.On Monday evening in Missoula County, experts with the U.S. Forest

    • nbcdfw.com23:32
      Ross Fire aid helps veterans rebuild with donated RVs
29. Wed, 2 September 2026

    1 report
    • summitdaily.com18:10
      All of White River National Forest except Summit County moves to Stage 1 fire restrictions

      A majority of lands managed by the White River National Forest will reduce fire restrictions to Stage 1 starting on Friday, Sept. 4.

30. Thu, 3 September 2026

    3 reports
    • santamariasun.com07:13
      State sues Cuyama landowner for cost recovery from 2023 wildfire

      Old wounds in New Cuyama resurfaced with Cal Fire’s recent lawsuit to recoup the costs of fighting a 2023 wildfire from those allegedly responsible. The state agency sued local landowner Wayne Goldwyn and “Does 1-50” on Aug. 14 for $3.3 million for effectively setting the 5,400-acre fire “through negligence and violations of law.” “[Goldwyn’s] failure […]

    • ksby.com23:49
      Monterey County wildfires disrupt travel, businesses along Highway 1

      Fires in Monterey County have burned tens of thousands of acres, leading to evacuations and road closures, but early Thursday morning one part of Highway 1 reopened.

    • krcrtv.com23:53
      Butte County man arrested in Oroville vegetation fire investigation

      A Butte County man was arrested following an investigation that authorities said linked him to a vegetation fire that broke out Sunday.On Sunday, Aug. 30, 2026,

31. Fri, 4 September 2026

    4 reports
    • yubanet.com15:00
      Placer County celebrates 150th Firewise USA® community, a milestone in wildfire reduction efforts

      Placer County marks its 150th Firewise USA community in Granite Bay, highlighting resident-led efforts in wildfire risk reduction.

    • kptv.com16:29
      Wildfire updates: Austin Fire determined to be human-caused

      Crews are continuing to battle wildfires in Oregon and Washington, while rainfall is helping keep fire activity minimal.

    • kotatv.com21:22
      Martin fire near Buffalo Gap fully contained after growing to 26 acres

      The 26-acre Martin Fire, which sparked near Red Valley Road west of Buffalo Gap on Thursday, has been fully contained following a multi-agency response.

    • iheart.com21:25
      Wildfire Danger Remains A Concern Despite Rain

      The rain has helped dampen wildfires in Oregon, but the risk of wildfire continues.

32. Sat, 5 September 2026

    3 reports
    • chronline.com01:01
      Lewis County, Centralia modify burn bans allow campfires ahead of labor day

      The seasonal rains have come either too soon or just on time. While a cold and wet streak of weather in Washington will put a literal damper on Labor Day celebrations, it also means many …

    • gjsentinel.com06:15
      Trump approves Colorado's disaster relief request for Gold Mountain, Aspen Acres fires

      President Donald Trump on Friday, Sept. 4, approved Public Assistance for Colorado’s Major Disaster Declaration request to support communities recovering from the Gold Mountain Fire (Ouray County) and the Aspen

    • wbaa.org11:43
      On the Line: Wildland firefighter Justin Brown on battling a historic fire season

      The wildfire season in the western U.S. is one of the worst on record. NPR's Scott Simon talks to Justin Brown, a wildland firefighter, about the challenges in tackling today's blazes.