6/15 at 10:00 a.m.
Central Oregon Interagency Dispatch Update – Ferry Fire | June 15, 2025
Central Oregon — Firefighters have made significant progress on the Ferry Fire, it is currently 10,458 acres and 65%
contained. The slight acreage growth since yesterday is due to interior pockets of unburned fuel burning, the fire
perimeter did not grow. The north/northwest side of the fire is fully contained and the fire area edge along the John Day
River will continue to be monitored and mopped up as hotspots are found.
Yesterday crews hiked into the hard to access areas along the southern edge of the fire, securing the fires edge.
Firefighters completed mop-up efforts in Cottonwood State Park, ensuring safe access to river users, as the BLM John
Day River closure was lifted yesterday. Air resources were available to crews all day but were not needed. Late in the
afternoon a new fire start was reported on the Deschutes River west of the Highway 197/97 junction. Two handcrews
and two engines from the Ferry Fire supported the initial attack of the new start, which was stopped at 51 acres.
Today firefighting resources will continue to work the areas of the Ferry Fire that are not yet considered fully contained.
Many resources will be returning to their home units and or reassigned to other incidents in preparation for the Central
Oregon Type 3 Incident Management Team to give command of the fire to a local Type 4 Incident Commander on
Monday. The local IC will continue working with resources to monitor and insure the containment of the fire.
Weather in the fire area is predicted to continue to be temperatures in the mid 70’s with lighter west/northwest winds
than previous days.
Residents and visitors to the area are encouraged to stay updated and follow any directions from fire personnel in the
vicinity.
Evacuation levels were adjusted and lowered in some areas within Sherman County yesterday. To sign up for and
receive emergency alerts for both Sherman and Gilliam Counties go to:
https://www.co.sherman.or.us/departments/emergency-services/ or https://oralert.gov/
Follow Sherman County Emergency Services on Facebook for further evacuation updates of the Ferry Fire.
Remember it only takes one spark to cause an accidental wildfire. Know your local fire restrictions, check your vehicle
and mechanical equipment for potential overheating and potential of producing sparks, do not drive through or park in
dry grass!
6/19 at 9:30 p.m.
Ferry Fire Update – June 14, 2025 – 9:00 PM PT 
We’re pleased to share a positive update on the Ferry Fire. According to Watch Duty, the fire is now 10,458 acres with 65% containment. Fire crews have made significant progress thanks to their tireless efforts over the past several days — and we are incredibly grateful for their hard work. 
With conditions improving, the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has announced the lifting of the temporary closure for BLM-managed public lands and waters in the Prineville District, originally issued on June 12.
Effective 6:00 PM, June 14, 2025, the following areas are OPEN to public access under normal regulations:
The John Day River from the J.S. Burress Park Boat Ramp to Tumwater Falls
All BLM lands within a 2-mile radius of the John Day River from Ferry Canyon (around River Mile 54) downstream to the mouth of the river at I-84
We encourage everyone to stay safe, respect fire crews and natural resources, and enjoy your time outdoors responsibly.
For more info, contact the Prineville District Front Desk at 541-416-6700 or email BLM_OR_PR_Mail@blm.gov
We will also share photographs taken by members of our office and by Gilliam County Fire Services – Oregon during the active fire at Cottonwood State Park.
#FerryFire#FireUpdate#PublicLandsOpen#ThankYouFirefighters#BLMPrineville
6/14 at Noon
Fire info line: 541-316-7711
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: June 14, 2025
Central Oregon — Firefighters successfully held the Ferry Fire fire in its footprint and achieved 43% containment, despite continued high winds throughout the area yesterday. With more accurate mapping being compiled by resources on the ground and from the air, the acreage is now at 10,359 acres. 217 firefighting personnel are being supported by the Central Oregon Type 3 Incident Management Team based out of the Sherman County Fairgrounds in Moro, Oregon. Additional private landowners, volunteers and farmers have significantly contributed to the success of the firefighting efforts, Thank You!
Yesterday firefighters continued to strengthen and construct handline and dozerline as needed to contain the fires edge. Minimal Impact Suppression Tactics (MIST) are being used in areas along the John Day River Wild and Scenic Corridor to help in minimizing potential long term effects of fire suppression tactics. Resources who worked through Thursday night rested Friday and will be available to support this incident and/or other fire needs today.
Today the weather is predicted to be similar to previous days, with temperatures in the mid 70’s and westerly winds. Firefighting resources will continue mop-up efforts, line construction and strengthening containment lines. Air resources remain available as needed.
The John Day River will be lifted today. The official order will be posted on the Oregon-Washington Bureau of Land Management website after final approval. Active water dipping into the river will continue by helicopters as needed. Boaters should not stop or linger in the active fire zone and follow all directions from on-site fire personnel.
Residents and visitors to the area are encouraged to stay updated and follow any directions from fire personnel in the vicinity.
For the most up to date evacuation levels and to receive emergency notifications in Sherman and Gillian Counties go to: https://www.co.sherman.or.us/departments/emergency-services/ or https://oralert.gov/
Follow Sherman County Emergency Services on Facebook for evacuation updates.
Remember it only takes one spark to cause an accidental wildfire. Know your local fire restrictions, check your vehicle and mechanical equipment for potential overheating and potential of producing sparks, do not drive through or park in dry grass.
Visit the official source for wildfire information in Central Oregon at centraloregonfire.org for wildfire updates or follow fire information on X/Twitter @CentralORfire. Call 9-1-1 to report a wildfire. For smoke and air quality information visit fire.airnow.gov.
6/14 at 9:30 a.m.
FERRY FIRE update at 0930 am
There have been some evacuation zone updates.
The fire has burn approximately 12,000 acres and is 46% contained. Crews were able to maintain the perimeter around the fire last night and made headway on containment.
Hotshots are working on the south end to stop progression, so you will see crews working in that area today. Use the below link for the interactive Wildfire Awareness Map for up to date evacuation zones.
https://experience.arcgis.com/…/969926c96ae2427cad6e073…
BLM expects the river to open today.
End of update.
Ferry Fire Update – June 13, 2025 | 11:12 AM
The Bureau of Land Management (BLM) has issued an emergency closure due to the Ferry Fire, which continues to grow in size.
Closure Area:
The John Day River from J.S. Burres Park Boat Ramp to Tumwater Falls
All BLM lands within 2 miles of the John Day River, from Ferry Canyon (river mile 54) downstream to the river’s mouth at LePage Park
Current Fire Status:
Estimated at 9,107 acres
5% contained
The fire has not crossed the river into Gilliam County as of this update
For the latest updates, follow local emergency services and fire information resources.