[The Dalles, Ore.] Firefighters from the OregonDepartment of Forestry’s Central Oregon District responded Sunday to an escaped
debris burn near Tygh Valley. Strong
winds pushed the Shadybrook Fire through grass and other light fuels, spreading
into oak and brush in some of the surrounding draws. The Department of Forestry was assisted by
U.S. Forest Service resources and a dozer from the Oregon Department of Fish
and Wildlife. Firefighters from Tygh
Valley, Wamic and Juniper Flat Fire Departments also responded to suppress the
fire. Fireline was constructed around
most of the fire by late Sunday evening and forward progress was stopped. The fire is estimated to be approximately 500
acres in size. There were no structures
damaged or destroyed by the fire.
ODF engines, two U.S. Forest Service engines and overhead personnel are
completing fireline and working to find and extinguish hotspots. Winds are expected to be reduced, with cool
temperatures aiding suppression efforts.
The Shadybrook Fire serves as a good reminder that
while fire season is no longer in effect fire danger can quickly change and
caution should be used in outdoor activities.
Before burning check with your local fire department or ODF to determine
if it is a burn day, if you need a permit, and tips for safely burning. All fires, including campfires and warming
fires need to be DEAD OUT! and never left unattended.
while fire season is no longer in effect fire danger can quickly change and
caution should be used in outdoor activities.
Before burning check with your local fire department or ODF to determine
if it is a burn day, if you need a permit, and tips for safely burning. All fires, including campfires and warming
fires need to be DEAD OUT! and never left unattended.
For additional information on ODF’s Central Oregon
District, including contact information and unit offices, please visit www.ODFcentraloregon.com.
District, including contact information and unit offices, please visit www.ODFcentraloregon.com.