8/08 3:00 pm update:
*This will be the last daily update for the Microwave Tower Fire*
Size: 1,313 acres
Start Date: July 22, 2024
Cause: Undetermined
Location: 5 miles west of Mosier, OR
Containment: 89%
Fuels: Brush, timber, and grass
*This will be the last daily update for the Microwave Tower Fire*
Highlights:
Crews are monitoring the few remaining smoldering hotspots within the interior. Smoke may be visible from Interstate 84. No perimeter growth has been observed. For questions or concerns about the fire or smoke, please call the fire information line at 541-208-1744.
Operations:
Interior smoke may increase within the interior of the fire as temperatures continue to rise and low relative humidities remain. As vegetation burns, it can break loose, roll downhill and ignite additional material. This is most likely to occur along the steep northern section of the fire. Crews continue to monitor and extinguish hot spots where access is possible. This work is being done by hand as well as by utilizing hose lays and sprinklers.
Crews will continue to focus on suppression repair throughout the day. Work includes repairing hand and dozer lines, roads and trails that were used during firefighting activities. Disturbed areas will be returned to a more natural state, allowing for faster revegetation. The public is reminded to respect closure areas to allow firefighters to work safely.
Fire Behavior and Weather:
Breezy, sunny and warmer weather is expected today. A ridge of high pressure will build later in the week to bring warmer temperatures and dry conditions.
Evacuations:
Level 2 and 1 evacuations remain in effect for Wasco County: https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff
Level 1 evacuations remain in effect for Hood River County: https://www.facebook.com/hrcso
Road and Trail Closures:
For public and firefighter safety, closures are in place for The Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail and for roads in Hood River County. Details of these closures are available on their websites: https://www.hoodrivercounty.gov/closures and https://stateparks.oregon.gov/
To stay informed on the most up-to-date road conditions on Interstate 84, visit https://tripcheck.com/
Total Fire Resources Assigned:
• Approx. 58 personnel, 1 hand crew, 4 engines, 1 water tender, 1 skidder.
Contact Information:
Email: [email protected],
8/08 12:00 pm update:
Evacuations for the Microwave Tower Fire have now been lifted. Thank you for your cooperation and patience.
Microwave Tower Fire Daily Update, August 7, 2024
Size: 1,313 acres
Start Date: July 22, 2024
Cause: Undetermined
Location: 5 miles west of Mosier, OR
Containment: 89%
Fuels: Brush, timber, and grass
Highlights:
Pockets of vegetation and debris continue to burn within the fire’s perimeter, producing smoke which may be visible while traveling on Interstate 84. Please use caution when venturing along this area. No perimeter growth has been observed. For questions or concerns about the fire or smoke, please call the fire information line at 541-208-1744.
Operations:
Rising temperatures coupled with low relative humidities may contribute to a slight increase in fire activity within the interior of the fire. Along the steep northern section, as vegetation burns it can break loose, roll downhill and ignite additional material. This has been occurring within the fire’s perimeter and crews are monitoring and extinguishing hot spots where accessible by hand or utilizing a system of hose lays and sprinklers.
Crews will continue to patrol and mop-up uncontained fire lines to secure the edge. Fire crews continue to repair damages and minimize potential soil erosion and other impacts resulting from firefighting activities. These activities repair the hand and dozer lines, roads, and trails used during firefighting activities to return disturbed areas to a more natural state. Please stay out of these areas as it impedes firefighters ability to do their work.
Fire Behavior and Weather:
Breezy, sunny and warmer weather is expected today. A ridge of high pressure will build later in the week to bring warmer temperatures and dry conditions.
Evacuations:
Level 2 and 1 evacuations remain in effect for Wasco County: https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff
Level 1 evacuations remain in effect for Hood River County: https://www.facebook.com/hrcso
Road and Trail Closures:
For public and firefighter safety, closures are in place for The Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail and for roads in Hood River County. Details of these closures are available on their websites: https://www.hoodrivercounty.gov/closures and https://stateparks.oregon.gov/
Microwave Tower Fire Daily Update: August 5, 2024
Size: 1,311 acres
Containment: 89%
Fuels: Brush, timber, and grass
Highlights:
An afternoon flight was conducted utilizing Infrared, a heat detection system used to determine the extent of heat signatures on the fire. This information allows firefighters to find areas where hot spots are located, and additional mop up is needed. The observed fire behavior was minimal with no perimeter growth.
Operations:
Interior pockets of fuel continue to burn. During the day they will produce smoke, and at night can provide a visible glow, noticeable from across the river. Along the steep northern edge, roll-out of hot debris is a concern and sprinkler systems were installed to provide continuous water to reduce hot spots. Day and nighttime crews patrolled the fire perimeter to ensure the lines were secure. Suppression repair is occurring along trails and roads to reduce erosion and return disturbed areas to a more natural state.
Crews will continue suppression repair work and patrolling the fire perimeter for hot spots. Tonight, will be the last shift for night patrol. The patrol of the fire will resume in the morning.
Fire Behavior and Weather:
Moisture from recent rain was limited and vegetation remains dry. An onshore westerly flow will continue with hot temperatures. Drivers are asked to please use caution on Interstate 84 as firefighters are still working in the area. Persistent west winds are dispersing smoke from the Whisky Creek Fire into this area.
Evacuations:
Level 2 and 1 evacuations remain in effect for Wasco County: https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff
Level 1 evacuations remain in effect for Hood River County: https://www.facebook.com/hrcso
Road and Trail Closures:
For public and firefighter safety, closures are in place for The Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail and for roads in Hood River County. Details of these closures are available on their websites: https://www.hoodrivercounty.gov/closures and https://stateparks.oregon.gov/
To stay informed on the most up-to-date road conditions on Interstate 84, visit https://tripcheck.com/
Total Fire Resources Assigned:
• Approx. 86 personnel, 2 hand crews, 8 engines, 1 water tenders, 3 dozers, and 1 skidder.
Microwave Tower Fire Daily Update: August 4, 2024
Size: 1,311 acres Start Date: July 22, 2024
Cause: Undetermined Location: 5 miles west of Mosier, OR
Containment: 84% Fuels: Brush, timber, and grass
Highlights:
The Northern Rockies Complex Incident Management Team 2, led by Incident Commander Scott Schuster, assumed command of the Microwave Tower Fire today, August 4, 2024, at 6 a.m. Fire operations assessed the fire by air and reported minimal fire activity.
Operations:
The hot spots identified during the aerial reconnaissance were smoldering stumps and vegetation within the fire’s interior, and away from the fire perimeter. Located in inaccessible areas with steep rocky terrain, these hot spots are expected to burn out. Crews patrolled the perimeter to strengthen and secure firelines.
Today, engine crews will continue to patrol the fire’s perimeter looking for smoke and mopping up accessible hot spots. Suppression repair will begin along fire lines to reduce erosion and return disturbed areas to as natural condition as possible. Resources have also been identified to support the local unit with initial attack of any new fires.
Fire Behavior and Weather:
Clear skies return with northwesterly winds. Temperatures remain hot and forest vegetation is dry. Isolated interior pockets of unburnt fuel will produce visible smoke as consumed. Drivers are asked to please use caution on Interstate 84 as firefighters are still working in the area.
Evacuations:
Level 2 and 1 evacuations remain in effect for Wasco County: https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff
Level 1 evacuations remain in effect for Hood River County: https://www.facebook.com/hrcso
Road and Trail Closures:
For public and firefighter safety, closures are in place for The Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail and for roads in Hood River County. Details of these closures are available on their websites: https://www.hoodrivercounty.gov/closures and https://stateparks.oregon.gov/
To stay informed on the most up-to-date road conditions on Interstate 84, visit https://tripcheck.com/
Microwave Tower Fire Daily Update: August 2, 2024
Size: 1,311 acres
Start Date: July 22, 2024
Cause: Undetermined
Location: 5 miles west of Mosier, OR
Containment: 84%
Fuels: Brush, timber, and grass
Highlights:
Crews were successful with tactical firing of interior pockets yesterday. This tactic was used to decrease the amount of unburned vegetation and will help decrease the amount of active fire and smoke within the perimeter. Firefighters continued mopping up along the fire line and were able to increase containment to 84%.
Operations:
Yesterday, crews monitored and patrolled the fire’s perimeter. Along the southern line, engine crews mopped up an interior hot spot burning in mixed conifer fuel type. On the northwestern line, terrain is steep with rolling rocks and debris hazards. Hand crews mopped up as needed and where safety permitted. The fire line was improved along the northeastern edge of the fire.
Today, crews will continue to monitor the entire fire’s perimeter to ensure continued security of lines, extinguish hot spots where accessible, and work to increase containment from Old Hwy 30 to I-84.
Fire Behavior and Weather:
Hot and dry conditions are forecasted again for today, and residual pockets of vegetation will continue to burn producing visible smoke and potential flames. Drivers are asked to please use caution on Interstate 84 as firefighters are still working in the area.
Evacuations:
Level 2 and 1 evacuations remain in effect for Wasco County: https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff
Level 1 evacuations remain in effect for Hood River County: https://www.facebook.com/hrcso
Road and Trail Closures:
For public and firefighter safety, closures are in place for The Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail and for roads in Hood River County. Details of these closures are available on their websites: https://www.hoodrivercounty.gov/closures and https://stateparks.oregon.gov/
To stay informed on the most up-to-date road conditions on Interstate 84, visit https://tripcheck.com/
Total Fire Resources Assigned:
Approx. 123 personnel, 4 hand crews, 9 engines, 2 water tenders, 3 dozers, and 1 skidder.
8/01 12 pm update:
Size: 1,311 acres
Start Date: July 22, 2024
Cause: Undetermined
Location: 5 miles west of Mosier, OR
Containment: 79%
Fuels: Brush, timber, and grass
Highlights:
Firefighters were able to achieve containment along the west and east lines and along Interstate 84 increasing containment to 79%. The fire size remains at 1,311 acres. Hot and dry conditions are forecasted for today and residual pockets of vegetation will continue to burn producing visible flame and smoke.
Operations:
Today, crews may conduct a tactical burning operation on an interior island of green vegetation. Mosier and the surrounding communities will see a temporary increase in the amount of smoke within the fire area.
Crews will continue to monitor the entire fire’s perimeter to ensure continued security of lines, extinguish hot spots where accessible, and work to increase containment from Old Hwy 30 to I-84.
Fire Behavior and Weather:
Record high temperatures are expected and a heat advisory has been issued. Fuels will be dry and interior pockets of unburnt vegetation may produce smoke. Drivers are asked to please use caution on Interstate 84 as firefighters are still working in the area.
Evacuations:
Level 2 and 1 evacuations remain in effect Wasco County: https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff
Level 2 and 1 evacuations remain in effect for Hood River County: https://www.facebook.com/hrcso
Road and Trail Closures:
For public and firefighter safety, there are closures in place for The Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail and for roads in Hood River County. Details of these closures are available on their websites: https://www.hoodrivercounty.gov/closures and https://stateparks.oregon.gov/
To stay informed on the most up-to-date road conditions on Interstate 84, visit https://tripcheck.com/
Total Fire Resources Assigned:
Approx. 167 personnel
4 hand crews
9 engines
2 water tenders
2 dozers
1 skidder
Microwave Tower Fire Update | 8/01 1:30 PM
LEVEL 2 – GET SET
• from Hwy 30 south to Hood River Rd., east to Rock Creek and Huskey Rd., and west to the Hood River County line.
• **DOWNGRADE** from the border of Hood River and Wasco County, south to the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail, and west to the intersection of Highline Rd. and Old Columbia River Dr., and north to the Columbia River.
• for the City of Mosier from Rock Creek, east to Mosier Creek Rd., south to the intersection of Huskey Rd. and Ponderosa Place and Blanchard Blvd., and west to Rock Creek.
• from the intersection of Hwy 35 and Hwy 30, south to the intersection of Eastside Rd and Paasch Dr., east to Elder Rd. and north to Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail.
For the safety of the public and first responders, the Columbia River Highway State Trail remains closed. Elder Rd. has reopened to local traffic only.
7/31 12 pm update:
For the safety of the public and first responders, we are asking the public to refrain from using the Columbia River Highway State Trail, which remains closed.
LEVEL 2 – GET SET
• **NEW** from Hwy 30 south to Hood River Rd., east to Rock Creek and Huskey Rd., and west to the Hood River County line. This area was lowered from Level 3.
• from the border of Hood River and Wasco County, south to the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail, and west to the intersection of Highline Rd. and Old Columbia River Dr., and north to the Columbia River.
LEVEL 1 – GET READY
• **NEW** for the City of Mosier from Rock Creek, east to Mosier Creek Rd., south to the intersection of Huskey Rd. and Ponderosa Place and Blanchard Blvd., and west to Rock Creek. This area was lowered from Level 2.
• **NEW** From the Hood River County border in the west, east to Huskey Rd., southwest to the intersection of Huskey Rd. and Elder Rd., and north to just south of Hood River Rd. This area was lowered from Level 2.
• from Huskey Rd. southwest to Elder Rd, east to Dry Creek Rd. and Osborn Cutoff Rd., and north to the City of Mosier border.
• from the intersection of Hwy 35 and Hwy 30, south to the intersection of Eastside Rd and Paasch Dr., east to Elder Rd. and north to Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail.
7/31 11:00 am update:
Size: 1,311 Acres
Start date: July 22, 2024
Cause : To Be Determined
Location: 5 miles west of Mosier, OR
Contention: 53%
Fuels: Bushes, wood debris and grass
Highlights:
The increase in size of the fire is due to more accurate mapping, but it hasn’t grown since yesterday. There are internal spots of unburned vegetation that continue to burn and produce smoke. These featured vegetation spots don’t threaten the line of the firewall. Yesterday, the intensity of the fire was minimal and the lines are maintained.
Operations:
Yesterday, firefighters continued neutralization operations to continue securing the Northwest Firewall. In other areas, crews monitored the firework while moving rocks posed a safety hazard. Water spilled by helicopters backed extinguishing efforts along the northeast steep section of the fire where crews cannot access on foot. Crews checked and monitored the remaining perimeter of the fire. Today, neutralization operations will continue on the northwest side of the fire. Water tanks and fire trucks will be used on the northeast end of the fire to pour water into hot areas. Crews will monitor the perimeter of the fire and around structures in the fire area. Aircraft equipment will be used as necessary.
Weather and intensity of the fire:
The flow of ground winds is weak; currents will be light and temperatures will rise. Fuels remain dry and internal fumes of unburned fuel will continue to produce smoke and there is a possibility of flames. Drivers are asked to use caution on Interstate 84 while firefighters and air crews continue to work in the area.
Evacuations:
Evacuation levels 3, 2, and 1 have not changed in Wasco County: https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff
Evacuation Levels 2 and 1 have not changed in Hood River County: https://www.facebook.com/hrcso
Roads and road closures:
To ensure public and firefighter safety, closure orders are in place for the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail and roads in Hood River County. You can find the details of these closures on their websites: https://stateparks.oregon.gov/ and https://www.hoodrivercounty.gov/closures
To stay up-to-date on conditions on Interstate 84, visit https://tripcheck.com/
Total resources allocated to the fire:
Approximately 167 people
6 teams of workers
9 fire trucks
2 bulldozers
1 tractor y
2 helicopters.
Contact information:
Email: 2024 [email protected] ,
Phone: 541-208-1744, 8am to 8pm.
7/30 10:00 am update:
There is no change again in evacuation levels today for Wasco and Hood River Counties. For the safety of the public and first responders, we are asking the public to refrain from using the Columbia River Highway State Trail, which remains closed. Additionally, Hood River Rd. is also closed due to firefighting efforts.
LEVEL 3 – GO NOW! Evacuate immediately from Hwy 30 south to Hood River Rd., east to Rock Creek and Huskey Rd., and west to the Hood River County line.
LEVEL 2 – GET SET
• from the border of Hood River and Wasco County, south to the Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail, and west to the intersection of Highline Rd. and Old Columbia River Dr., and north to the Columbia River.
• for the City of Mosier from Rock Creek, east to Mosier Creek Rd., south to the intersection of Huskey Rd. and Ponderosa Place and Blanchard Blvd., and west to Rock Creek.
• From the Hood River County border in the west, east to Huskey Rd., southwest to the intersection of Huskey Rd. and Elder Rd., and north to just south of Hood River Rd.
LEVEL 1 – GET READY
• from Huskey Rd. southwest to Elder Rd, east to Dry Creek Rd. and Osborn Cutoff Rd., and north to the City of Mosier border.
• from the intersection of Hwy 35 and Hwy 30, south to the intersection of Eastside Rd and Paasch Dr., east to Elder Rd. and north to Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail.
7/27 10:am update:
From the Wasco County Sheriff’s Office:
LEVEL 3 – GO NOW! Evacuate immediately from Hwy 30 south to Hood River Rd., east to Rock Creek and Huskey Rd., and west to the Hood River County line.
LEVEL 2 – GET SET
• for the City of Mosier from Rock Creek, east to Mosier Creek Rd., south to the intersection of Huskey Rd. and Ponderosa Place and Blanchard Blvd., and west to Rock Creek.
• From the Hood River County border in the west, east to Huskey Rd., southwest to the intersection of Huskey Rd. and Elder Rd., and north to just south of Hood River Rd.
LEVEL 1 – GET READY
• from Huskey Rd. southwest to Elder Rd, east to Dry Creek Rd. and Osborn Cutoff Rd., and north to the City of Mosier border.
• from the intersection of Hwy 35 and Hwy 30, south to the intersection of Eastside Rd and Paasch Dr., east to Elder Rd. and north to Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail.
Hood River Rd. is closed due to firefighting efforts. Some roads also remain closed in Hood River County. Please refer to the map for additional information.
Bottled water is available for pick up at the Mosier Senior Center (500 E 2nd Ave, Mosier), Brenna’s Mosier Market (1010 1st Ave, Mosier) and Mosier Grange (1000 4th Ave, Mosier).
7/27 7:00 am update:
Good morning from the #2024MicrowaveTowerFire
806 acres 53% contained 173 personnel
Strategic firing operations will continue today. Expect to see smoke, and flames maybe visible. We will provide a full update again this morning.
7/26 6:00 pm update:
Firefighters began strategic firing operations last night and continued this work today along the northern edge of the fire. Firing operations are a method of indirect attack, typically used to decrease the fire’s spread. This strategy helps reduce the amount of fuel (vegetation) in the path of the oncoming fire. When conditions are favorable, such as lower temperatures and minimal wind, fire managers consider this tactic to help control wildfire. Crews designate a “control line”, often a natural barrier like a road, where there is a break in fuels in which to begin. Firing operations will continue into tomorrow. Expect to see increased smoke and flames maybe visible.
7/26 9:00 am update:
7/25 11:00 am update from the Wasco County Sheriff’s Office:
There are no changes in evacuation levels for today, however, there are some road closures in Hood River County and have provided an updated map. Bottled water has been delivered and is available for pick up at the Mosier Senior Center (500 E 2nd Ave, Mosier).
LEVEL 3 – GO NOW! Evacuate immediately from Hwy 30 south the Proctor Rd., east to Huskey Rd and the border of the City of Mosier and west to the Hood River County line.
LEVEL 2 – GET SET from the City of Mosier and Huskey Rd., south to Wilson Rd., and east to Mosier Creek Rd.
LEVEL 1 – GET READY
– from Mosier Creek Rd., east to Dry Creek Rd., north to the City of Mosier border and south to Osborn Cutoff Rd.
– from the intersection of Hwy 35 and Hwy 30, south to intersection of Eastside Rd and Paasch Dr., east to Elder Rd. and due north to Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail.
7/25 11:00 am Update:
The following is from the Wasco County Sheriff’s Office on 7/24:
Microwave Tower Fire Update | 3:00 PM
Wasco County Sheriff Magill and Hood River County Sheriff English are working closely together on the Microwave Tower Fire. Out of an abundance of caution, they added a Level 1 Get Ready evacuation order on the westside of the fire, affecting residents in Hood River. Please refer to the map to see all evacuation zones for both counties and full details below.
LEVEL 3 – GO NOW! Evacuate immediately from Hwy 30 south the Proctor Rd., east to Huskey Rd and the border of the City of Mosier and west to the Hood River County line.
LEVEL 2 – GET SET from the City of Mosier and Huskey Rd., south to Wilson Rd., and east to Mosier Creek Rd.
LEVEL 1 – GET READY
– from Mosier Creek Rd., east to Dry Creek Rd., north to the City of Mosier border and south to Osborn Cutoff Rd.
– from the intersection of Hwy 35 and Hwy 30, south to intersection of Eastside Rd and Paasch Dr., east to Elder Rd. and due north to Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail.
Microwave Tower Fire Update | 10:00 AM
All current evacuation orders will remain in place for 24 hours.
LEVEL 3 – GO NOW! Evacuate immediately from Hwy 30 south the Proctor Rd., east to Huskey Rd and the border of the City of Mosier and west to the Hood River County line.
LEVEL 2 – GET SET from the City of Mosier and Huskey Rd., south to Wilson Rd., and east to Mosier Creek Rd.
LEVEL 1 – GET READY from Mosier Creek Rd., east to Dry Creek Rd., north to the City of Mosier border and south to Osborn Cutoff Rd.
The fire is 704 acres and 0% contained. The Mosier Senior Center (500 E 2nd Ave, Mosier) is open until 8:00 PM as a cooling center, device charging center and is also stocked with ice water. Coin laundry is also available there. A Red Cross Shelter is open at the Hood River Middle School (1062 May St., Hood River).
Pacific Power crews have continued to patrol power lines this morning, Wednesday, July 24, 2024. We appreciate your patience as they work to safely restore power. Pacific Power is working closely with local fire and emergency management personnel, and a clearance to restore power has been received from Incident Command managing the Microwave Tower Fire. As the patrol wraps up, Pacific Power will begin to restore power today through the afternoon. Please be aware that due to current fire activity nearby and expected winds today, there may be subsequent power outages.
7/23 Evening update:
Firefighters on Microwave Tower Fire take advantage of more favorable weather
The Dalles, Ore. – Moderate fire behavior allowed for further progress on the Microwave Tower Fire today as crews worked to secure more of the fire’s east end with hand line, dozer line, and water drops from helicopters and other air resources. The fire continued to back down on a north facing ridge along I-84 just west of Mosier and will likely do so through tomorrow. Smoke can be observed along the highway.
More accurate mapping has sized the fire at 704 acres. Tonight, crews will work towards hooking in line with hand crews and dozers along the eastern and southern edges of the fire footprint while structural firefighters will continue to assess and further secure homes.
Tomorrow, the Type 1 Great Basin Team 6 will assume command at 6 a.m. The incident command post will be at the Hood River High School. Public information officers with the team will receive inquiries about both the nearby Whiskey Creek and Microwave Tower fires.
Evacuation levels remain in place. There is an estimate of 100 homes that are under Level 3 evacuations and 500 residences threatened in the Mosier area. The gymnasium at the Hood River Middle School is a designated Red Cross Shelter for those evacuated.
LEVEL 3 – GO NOW! Evacuate immediately from Hwy 30 south the Proctor Rd., east to Huskey Rd and the border of the City of Mosier and west to the Hood River County line.
LEVEL 2 – GET SET from the City of Mosier and Huskey Rd., south to Wilson Rd., and east to Mosier Creek Rd.
LEVEL 1 – GET READY from Mosier Creek Rd., east to Dry Creek Rd., north to the City of Mosier border and south to Osborn Cutoff Rd.
For the most up-to-date evacuation information, please visit the Wasco County Sheriff’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff/
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The Mosier Senior Center (500 E 2nd Ave, Mosier) is open from dawn to dusk as a cooling center, device charging center and is also stocked with ice water.
A big shoutout to Land Electric and Halseth Excavating for setting up three generators at the senior center and sending a diesel fuel tanker around the community filling resident’s generators and critical infrastructure. Also, many thanks to the numerous volunteers that have dropped everything to show up and lend a hand wherever needed.
7/23 at 11:00 am:
All evacuations will remain in place for the next 24 hours. The fire is currently 591 acres and the Oregon Department of Forestry Central Oregon District is investigating the cause. A Red Cross Shelter is open at the Hood River Middle School (1062 May St., Hood River).
Thank you to our local and regional partners for their quick response yesterday.
7/23 at 8:45 am:
The Oregon State Fire Marshall sent two strike teams and three task forces through Immediate Response to the Microwave Tower Fire near Mosier. The strike teams are from Multnomah and Clackamas counties. The task forces are from Multnomah, Benton, and the Rogue Valley.
Please follow the Wasco County Sheriff’s Office for information about evacuations. Our partners at the Oregon Department of Forestry will have fire updates until an incident management team is in place later today.
7/22 at 10:00 pm:
LEVEL 3 – GO NOW! Evacuate immediately from Hwy 30 south the Proctor Rd., east to Huskey Rd and the border of the City of Mosier and west to the Hood River County line.
LEVEL 2 – GET SET **EXPANDED** from the City of Mosier and Huskey Rd., south to Wilson Rd., and east to Mosier Creek Rd.
LEVEL 1 – GET READY **NEW** from Mosier Creek Rd., east to Dry Creek Rd., north to the City of Mosier border and south to Osborn Cutoff Rd.
7/22 at 6:37 pm:
**Mosier Fire Update ** 6:37pm
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 22, 2024
Contacts:
Stephanie Krell, Wasco County Public Information Officer, [email protected]
Andy Dwyer, ODF The Dalles Public Information Officer, 541-903-2069, [email protected]
Jim Gersbach, ODF Public Affairs Specialist, 503-508-0574, [email protected]
Aircraft and ground firefighters battle Microwave Tower Fire west of Mosier
THE DALLES, Ore. – Residents west of the Columbia Gorge town of Mosier are being told to evacuate as the fast-moving Microwave Tower Fire burns eastward, driven by strong westerly winds of 30 to 35 miles per hour.
LEVEL 3 – GO NOW! Evacuate immediately from Hwy 30 south the Proctor Rd., east to Huskey Rd and the border of the City of Mosier and west to the Hood River County line.
LEVEL 2 – GET SET to evacuate from the city of Mosier and from Huskey Rd. east to Mosier Creek Rd., and south to Jasper Lane.
A Red Cross shelter for evacuees has been set up at the Hood River Middle School, 1602 May Street, Hood River, OR 97031
Firefighters from ODF’s Unit Office in The Dalles are being aided by Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area U.S. Forest Service and local fire departments in battling the blaze that started west of Rattler Ridge just west of Mosier in the Columbia Gorge. A very large airtanker has been ordered to help on the fire, which was reported at 4 p.m. this afternoon. A task force of fire engines and a dozer from the Larch Creek Fire in south Wasco County are being diverted to assist on the fire. The I-84 freeway currently remains open.
The fire is burning in grass and timber, pushed eastwards by strong westerly winds of 30 to 35 miles per hour. Earlier this afternoon it was estimated at 100 to 150 acres. Cause is not known at this time.
Evacuation levels may change quickly given the spread rate of the fire, with new areas being moved into evacuation status. For the most up-to-date evacuation information, please visit the Wasco County Sheriff’s Facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff/
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LEVEL 3 – GO NOW! Evacuate immediately from Rattler Ridge Rd, east to Huskey Rd, north to the border of the City of Mosier and south to the intersection of Huskey Rd and Proctor Rd.
LEVEL 2 – GET SET to Evacuate from the city of Mosier and from Huskey Rd. east to Mosier Creek Rd.
The gymnasium at the Hood River Middle School is a designated Red Cross Shelter for those evacuating the fire in Mosier.
1602 May St, Hood River, OR 97031
Link to post
Do not delay
Per Wasco County Sheriff’s Office on Facebook
Location: Old Dalles Road and Elder Road, near microwave tower
GPS: 45.667740, -121.464724
Size: 100 ACRES
Personnel:
- E-601
- D-94
- 9504
- E-946
- E-9461
- E-603
- E-601
- E-9451
Weather: 76°F | Humidity: 40% | Wind: 27mph gusts to 38mph
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4:41PM Residents in the Moiser Area should ensure that their outdoor pets such as Cats and Dogs are corralled inside in case levels go out.
4:22pm Wasco County toned out for 1st alarm wildland fire, as is Hood River Fire.
4:21pm 20 structures now threatened including microwave structure.
4:00pm Paging all available brush trucks; heavy fuel load. Fire pushing hard to the east.
7/22 at 6:05 pm:
The gymnasium at the Hood River Middle School is a designated Red Cross Shelter for those evacuating the fire in Mosier.
7/22 at 5:30 pm:
**Mosier Fire Update ** 5:30 PM
LEVEL 3 – GO NOW! Evacuate immediately from Hwy 30 south the Proctor Rd., east to Huskey Rd and the border of the City of Mosier and west to the Hood River County line.
LEVEL 2 – GET SET to Evacuate from the city of Mosier and from Huskey Rd. east to Mosier Creek Rd., and south to Jasper Ln.
This fire is evolving quickly. We will update the maps as soon as they are available.
7/22 at 4:30 pm:
LEVEL 3 – GO NOW! Evacuate immediately from Rattler Ridge Rd, east to Huskey Rd, north to the border of the City of Mosier and south to the intersection of Huskey Rd and Proctor Rd.
Do not delay
7/22 at 4 pm:
A fire has been reported near Proctor Rd. and Rattler Ridge Rd. area in Mosier. Please stay clear of the area so that crews can respond quickly.