"This incident is notable for its rapid initial growth, the large number of personnel (over 500 at peak) and the significant cost escalation to over $5 million, reflecting the intensity and resource demands of the wildfire."
The Woodrat Mountain wildfire, located 6 miles south of Jacksonville in Jackson County, Oregon, was discovered on August 6, 2026, and is caused by equipment and vehicle use under BLM jurisdiction. The fire quickly reached 300 acres on August 7, with 210 personnel deployed and an estimated cost of $250,000. Over the next week the fire grew to 300 acres with 529 personnel and costs rising to $750,000, but by August 9 it had shrunk to 282 acres and 15% containment, with costs at $900,000. Containment steadily increased from 15% on August 9 to 100% by August 22, while personnel numbers fell from 529 to 55 and the estimated cost peaked at $5,150,000. The fire behavior transitioned from active, wind-driven runs to minimal, smoldering conditions as containment progressed.
Official source description: 6 Miles S from Jacksonville, OR
Minimal; Smoldering; Short-range Spotting
Good air quality. Outdoor activity is generally safe near this incident.
Nearest reporting station: Medford. Source: AirNow.gov (EPA).
The fire is now fully contained and behavior is minimal; standard wildfire safety precautions remain advised, but no immediate evacuation or fire restrictions are necessary.
IRWIN ID: {AB1C7A3E-F5B4-4C5F-91FA-7BC3BD4C254F}
Discovered: Aug 6, 2026
Cause: Equipment and vehicle use
Managing Agency: BLM
Est. Cost to Date: $5,150,000
Coordinates: 42.2232, -123.0023
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The Woodrat Mountain Fire has burned 282 acres as of August 22, 2026.
Yes, the Woodrat Mountain Fire is fully contained (100%).
The official cause has been listed as: Equipment and vehicle use.
The Woodrat Mountain Fire is burning in Jackson, OR.
No, the Woodrat Mountain Fire is no longer listed as active by NIFC.
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