"This incident is notable for its rapid containment of a large 15,580‑acre fire within a few days, demonstrating effective resource deployment and favorable weather conditions."
The E Evans Creek Rd 18000 wildfire, located 14 miles northeast of the Rogue River in Jackson County, Oregon, was discovered on July 10, 2026. By August 6, the fire had burned 15,580 acres and was 95% contained, with 575 personnel on the scene. Over the next week the containment increased to 98% while personnel decreased to 463, and the fire behavior remained minimal, smoldering, and backing. The fire stayed at 15,580 acres throughout the timeline, with containment holding at 98% until August 22 when it reached 100% containment with only 12 personnel remaining. The cause remains undetermined and no jurisdictional agency is listed.
Official source description: 14 Miles NE from Rogue River, OR
Minimal; Smoldering
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Shady Cove. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently minimal and smoldering with 100% containment; general wildfire safety precautions still apply, but no evacuation or immediate action is required.
IRWIN ID: {C12BFCD9-62EE-42D7-A015-FC8B8BFA0793}
Discovered: Jul 10, 2026
Cause: Undetermined (remarks required)
Est. Cost to Date: $71,500,000
Coordinates: 42.604, -123.0018
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The E Evans Creek Rd 18000 Fire has burned 15,580 acres as of August 22, 2026.
Yes, the E Evans Creek Rd 18000 Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Undetermined (remarks required).
The E Evans Creek Rd 18000 Fire is burning in Jackson, OR.
No, the E Evans Creek Rd 18000 Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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