"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."
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
Minimal; Creeping; Smoldering
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Madras. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
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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The 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire has burned 1,163 acres as of September 14, 2026.
Yes, the 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Human.
The 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire is burning in Jefferson, OR.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the 0658 ROUND BUTTE Fire remains active.
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