← Back to Dashboard
Active WildfireOR

AUSTIN Fire

"The Austin fire’s rapid expansion to over 12,800 acres and the sustained deployment of up to 955 personnel underscore its significant impact on the region’s forest resources and the extensive effort needed for suppression. The high estimated costs, peaking at nearly $49 million, highlight the economic burden of large‑scale wildfire events."

12,882
Acres
98%
Contained
603
Personnel

Situation Summary

The Austin wildfire, located 25 miles southeast of Estacada in Clackamas County, Oregon, was first discovered on August 9, 2026. The United States Forest Service (USFS) is the jurisdictional agency, and the fire was caused by human activity. Over the course of the month, the blaze expanded from an initial 250 acres to a peak of 12,886 acres by September 18, with no containment until the final update when containment reached 98%. Early reports described extreme behavior with flanking, spotting, and wind‑driven runs, while later stages shifted to moderate and minimal activity characterized by creeping, backing, and smoldering. Personnel numbers rose from 78 on August 11 to a peak of 955 on September 12, reflecting the large resource commitment required to manage the fire’s growth and eventual containment.

Official source description: 25 Miles SE from Estacada, OR

Current Fire Behavior

Minimal; Creeping; Smoldering

Intelligence Timeline

Sun, Sep 20 - 12:40 AM Source: NIFC
12,882 acres
98% cont.
Fri, Sep 18 - 11:20 PM Source: NIFC
12,886 acres
98% cont.
Fri, Sep 18 - 1:20 AM Source: NIFC
12,866 acres
98% cont.
Thu, Sep 17 - 3:00 AM Source: NIFC
12,881 acres
87% cont.
Wed, Sep 16 - 3:20 AM Source: NIFC
12,844 acres
77% cont.

Location

Regional Air Quality

17
Good
AQI · PM2.5

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

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

Public Safety & Travel

Preparedness Advice

The fire remains in a minimal, smoldering phase with 98% containment. Residents in the surrounding area should remain vigilant for potential flare‑ups and follow any local advisories. General wildfire safety guidance—such as staying clear of burn zones, monitoring weather conditions, and having an evacuation plan—remains applicable.

IRWIN ID: {49D1FB0B-74D1-4A95-B8DF-066DCC5F06E1}

Discovered: Aug 9, 2026

Cause: Human

Managing Agency: USFS

Est. Cost to Date: $50,729,213

Coordinates: 45.0252, -121.9449

Recently Contained Fires in OR

Other wildfires that have recently been contained or dropped from official tracking in OR.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many acres has the AUSTIN Fire burned?

The AUSTIN Fire has burned 12,882 acres as of September 20, 2026.

Is the AUSTIN Fire contained?

As of the latest update, the AUSTIN Fire is 98% contained.

What caused the AUSTIN Fire?

The official cause has been listed as: Human.

Where is the AUSTIN Fire located?

The AUSTIN Fire is burning in Clackamas, OR.

Is the AUSTIN Fire still active?

Yes, as of the latest official update, the AUSTIN Fire remains active.

🔥 Live Tracker

Watch Active Wildfires — Live

Real-time map, acreage, and containment for every major U.S. wildfire, updated from official NIFC data.

View Live Map →