"This fire is notable due to its growth over the past few days, with an increase of 12.21 acres, and the lack of containment information."
The 8 MILE wildfire is located in Wasco County, Oregon, and has been active since July 24, 2026. The fire has grown to 532 acres as of August 6, 2026, and to 544.21 acres as of August 12, 2026, with no official information currently available on containment. The fire is believed to have been caused by human activity. The fire is being managed by the jurisdictional agency, but no specific agency is listed. The current fire behavior is unknown, and no evacuation summary is available.
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: The Dalles. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
General wildfire safety guidance applies. Be aware of your surroundings, follow local evacuation orders, and stay informed about the fire's progress.
IRWIN ID: {A3EF38C4-17FE-49C2-B977-4E145F340B32}
Discovered: Jul 24, 2026
Cause: Human
Coordinates: 45.4626, -121.2459
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The 8 MILE Fire has burned 544 acres as of August 12, 2026.
The 8 MILE Fire has not yet reached any official containment.
The official cause has been listed as: Human.
The 8 MILE Fire is burning in Wasco, OR.
No, the 8 MILE Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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