"The fire’s rapid growth to over 5,400 acres in just two days and the deployment of up to 89 personnel highlight its significant impact on the region’s resources and the urgency of containment efforts."
The MITCHELL SPRINGS wildfire, located in Malheur County, Oregon, was discovered on August 25, 2026, and is a natural fire under BLM jurisdiction. The fire rapidly expanded from 1,300 acres on August 26 to 5,444 acres by August 27, with extreme, running behavior and flanking spread. Containment efforts began on August 27, achieving 20% containment and 84 personnel, then improved to 25% with 89 personnel on August 28, 75% on August 29, and full containment on August 30 with 9 personnel. The fire’s size stabilized at 5,444 acres until it was reported as 1,299.96 acres on September 2, still fully contained. Estimated costs rose from $200,000 to $515,000 as the fire progressed.
Official source description: 8 Miles NW from MCDERMITT, OR
Minimal; Smoldering; Flanking
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Burns. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is currently fully contained and exhibiting minimal, smoldering behavior. General wildfire safety guidance applies, but residents should remain aware of any local advisories.
IRWIN ID: {2746CAC6-D0D5-49EA-B4C2-FF6C5A884E4C}
Discovered: Aug 25, 2026
Cause: Natural
Managing Agency: BLM
Est. Cost to Date: $515,000
Coordinates: 42.0915, -117.8906
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The MITCHELL SPRINGS Fire has burned 1,300 acres as of September 2, 2026.
Yes, the MITCHELL SPRINGS Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Natural.
The MITCHELL SPRINGS Fire is burning in Malheur, OR.
Yes, as of the latest official update, the MITCHELL SPRINGS Fire remains active.
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