Recreationalists looking to indulge in fall activities have been greeted by warm, mild weather this week, offering a great opportunity to head out to the trails north of Bend. Most
With the kids back in school and majority of our summer tourists back at home, this time of year is great for exploring all things Central Oregon. A warming trend starts tomorrow and should carry us through the weekend. Highs will be near or just slightly below seasonal average ranges, from the upper 70s to low 80s.
Story updated at 8:15 a.m. on Tuesday, July 13
The Bruler Fire burning south of Detroit grew to 60 acres by Tuesday morning and a new closure is expected to limit recreation access in the area around Marion Forks later today.
Firefighters responded to the newly-ignited blaze on Monday, burning in the Quartzville Corridor on Forest Service Road 11 about eight miles south of Detroit Lake.
Officials say the fire is not currently threatening any communities or structures. The cause of the fire remains under investigation and containment is currently 0%.
A Type 2 incident management team will arrive today to take command of managing the fire but smoke will continue to be visible from the area, with light to moderate smoke expected to settle in lower elevation areas in the vicinity overnight, officials said.
Crews fighting Bruler Fire in east Linn County
While the fire is only roughly 15-20 acres at this time, officials say it has a high potential to spread.
Posted: Jul 12, 2021 6:44 PM
Updated: Jul 12, 2021 11:21 PM
Posted By: Chelsea Hunt
LINN COUNTY, Ore. – A new fire start in east Linn County has officials on edge.
The U.S. Forest Service said the Bruler Fire is on the boundary of the Sweet Home and Detroit ranger district. It’s estimated to be between 15 and 20 acres and has high potential to spread.
Emergency closures are in place for the Middle Santiam Wilderness, Old Cascade Crest Loop Trails (Swamp Peak and Gordon Peak), and Forest Service Roads 11 (Straight Creek Road), 1161, 1133 and 1012.