"This incident is notable for its rapid containment of a large 2,136-acre wildfire within a few days, demonstrating effective resource deployment and management by the U.S. Forest Service."
The 0611 GREEN MOUNTAIN wildfire, located in Crook County, Oregon, was discovered on July 24, 2026, and is managed by the U.S. Forest Service. By August 6, the fire had burned 2,136 acres and was reported as 100% contained, with 114 personnel on the scene and extreme fire behavior noted. A subsequent update on August 7 confirmed the same acreage and containment, adding a short description that the fire is 11 miles north of Prineville and estimating costs at $155,700. The latest report on August 21 shows a reduced acreage of 400 acres while still 100% contained, indicating that the fire has been fully controlled and the area has been re-evaluated or reclassified. Throughout the timeline the fire remained fully contained, with no changes in personnel or cost, and the behavior remained extreme, torching, and running until containment was achieved.
Official source description: 11 Miles N from Prineville, OR
Extreme; Torching; Running
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Prineville. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently 100% contained and no active fire behavior is reported; however, general wildfire safety precautions remain advised in the surrounding area.
IRWIN ID: {BC318834-B454-4AAD-90A6-62D4DE886B5C}
Discovered: Jul 24, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: USFS
Est. Cost to Date: $155,700
Coordinates: 44.442, -120.6919
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The 0611 GREEN MOUNTAIN Fire has burned 400 acres as of August 21, 2026.
Yes, the 0611 GREEN MOUNTAIN Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The 0611 GREEN MOUNTAIN Fire is burning in Crook, OR.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the 0611 GREEN MOUNTAIN Fire remains active.
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