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0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire

"The fire’s rapid containment—reaching 90% within five days of discovery—demonstrates effective resource deployment and favorable conditions, while the sustained minimal behavior and eventual full containment highlight successful management of a 1,163‑acre blaze."

1,163
Acres
100%
Contained
16
Personnel

Situation Summary

The 0658 ROUND BUTTE wildfire, located 10 miles west of Madras in Jefferson County, Oregon, was discovered on August 1, 2026. By August 6, the fire had burned 1,163 acres and was 90% contained, with 11 personnel on the scene and minimal fire behavior. Subsequent daily reports through August 13 showed no change in size or containment, though personnel fluctuated between 6 and 16 and the estimated cost remained around $1.04 million. On September 14 the fire was declared 100% contained with 16 personnel maintaining minimal, creeping, smoldering behavior. The incident remains under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Forest Service.

Official source description: 10 Miles W from Madras, OR

Current Fire Behavior

Minimal; Creeping; Smoldering

Intelligence Timeline

Mon, Sep 14 - 8:40 PM Source: NIFC
1,163 acres
100% cont.
Thu, Aug 13 - 7:40 PM Source: NIFC
1,163 acres
98% cont.
Mon, Aug 10 - 9:00 PM Source: NIFC
1,163 acres
90% cont.
Sat, Aug 8 - 11:00 PM Source: NIFC
1,163 acres
90% cont.
Fri, Aug 7 - 10:40 PM Source: NIFC
1,163 acres
90% cont.

Location

Regional Air Quality

33
Good
AQI · PM2.5

Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.

Nearest reporting station: Madras. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).

Public Safety & Travel

Preparedness Advice

The fire is currently fully contained with minimal behavior; standard wildfire safety precautions remain advised for the surrounding area.

IRWIN ID: {8020AC2E-5380-4E44-9079-06D3612D01DD}

Discovered: Aug 1, 2026

Cause: Human

Managing Agency: USFS

Est. Cost to Date: $1,039,454

Coordinates: 44.6001, -121.2248

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many acres has the 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire burned?

The 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire has burned 1,163 acres as of September 14, 2026.

Is the 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire contained?

Yes, the 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire is fully contained (100%).

What caused the 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire?

The official cause has been listed as: Human.

Where is the 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire located?

The 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire is burning in Jefferson, OR.

Is the 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire still active?

Yes, as of the latest official update, the 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire remains active.

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