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3 more wildfires spark in central and northern Oregon; Cram fire edges toward ‘mega fire’ status
The Butte Creek fire, burning 30 miles northwest of Madras, also started Friday, this one on the Confederated Tribes of Warm ...
Cram Fire destroys 4 homes, 2 structures as total area nears 100,000 acres
Dry and windy conditions will persist through Friday night. A weekend cold front will bring lower temperatures and higher ...
Cram Fire burning near Madras grows to 95K acres, evacuation orders remain in effect
Officials reported Highway 97 was closed Tuesday north of Madras from milepost 70 to 75 due to the Cram Fire. Drivers should delays and use alternate routes, such as Highway 26. Highway 293 also had ...
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Cooler weather helps crews increase containment on Cram Fire
Improved weather conditions in Central Oregon over the weekend helped wildland firefighters increase containment lines around ...
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Cram Fire in Jefferson County prompts Level 3 ‘Go Now’ evacuations
The Cram Fire in Jefferson County north of Madras prompted Level 3 “Go Now” evacuations on Monday afternoon. Other nearby ...
Therapy dogs bring smiles and comfort to firefighters battling the Cram Fire
Firefighting is hard enough on its own, but when you are away from home for extended periods, the challenges of the job can ...
Cram Fire in Oregon, the nation's largest blaze in 2025, nears megafire status
The fire, which broke out on July 13, exploded in size over recent days due to hot and dry conditions and gusty winds in ...
Neighbor rallies to help 'kind-hearted' long-time resident who lost everything in Cram Fire
Kyle Butler witnessed the devastation firsthand and is now leading efforts to help his neighbor, Lynn Alps, rebuild her life.
Officials say Cram Fire is 49% contained as some structural task forces head home
On Sunday, July 20, fire managers announced that the fire is now 49% contained and has burned 95,748 acres. “Cooler ...