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Six homes, 15 outbuildings lost to Grasshopper Fire
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Six homes, 15 outbuildings lost to Grasshopper Fire

MT. HOOD, Ore. -- A new unified command including international support took charge of the Grasshopper Fire on Wednesday as the blaze reached 83,642 acres and Wasco County authorities announced home and structure losses. The fire remains 20 percent contained, with 1,832 personnel assigned to the incident.

Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026

Crews gain ground on 373,000-acre Rowe Creek Complex
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Crews gain ground on 373,000-acre Rowe Creek Complex

Firefighters successfully secured several trouble spots overnight on the massive Rowe Creek Complex, which has now burned 373,179 acres. The lightning-caused blaze was 79 percent contained as of Tuesday night, as 1,660 personnel work to strengthen barriers.

Wednesday, Aug 12, 2026