The Sinlahekin Fire in Okanogan County, Washington is the largest fire in the state at 154,162 acres and 44% contained. More than 1,700 firefighters are working the northern and southern flanks while crews protect structures near Toby's Mill.

Smoke from Washington's three largest fires is keeping air quality in the Moderate range across Grant and Adams counties, with Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups conditions forecast for Thursday. Oregon's DEQ has advisories in effect for at least six counties.

Washington's Little Giant Fire has burned 135,985 acres with only 10% containment, destroying more than 30 structures in Chelan County. Evacuations have expanded near Lake Chelan and Lake Wenatchee, with nearly 2,000 firefighters assigned.

The Big Grass Fire on the Oregon-Idaho border has burned 579,134 acres, making it the largest wildfire in Oregon history. Now 82% contained, Level 3 evacuation orders remain in effect for portions of Owyhee County, Idaho.

The Pacific Northwest leads the nation with 34 uncontained large fires burning across Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Nationally, 75 large fires are active with 26,890 personnel deployed on Day 33 of Preparedness Level 5.

Two large wildfires — the Hagen Fire east of Pendleton and the Grasshopper Fire in Grant County — are among the most challenging active incidents in Oregon, with low containment percentages and active fire behavior threatening rangeland, wildlife habitat, and rural infrastructure.

With nearly 30,000 personnel deployed nationwide and the Pacific Northwest drawing the bulk of national resources, the 2026 fire season is pushing the national preparedness level to its limits. Resource competition between regions is complicating response to new fires.

As the 2026 wildfire season sets records across the West, a debate is simmering over federal firefighting strategy. The Interior and Agriculture departments have mandated full suppression on all fires — a shift that some experienced fire managers say may put crews at risk on extreme fire behavior days.

A persistent pattern of heat, drought, and low humidity has created dangerous fire weather conditions across the Pacific Northwest. The National Weather Service has issued red flag warnings repeatedly this month, and a 'Particularly Dangerous Situation' designation was recently triggered for parts of eastern Washington and Oregon.

Smoke from dozens of active wildfires is degrading air quality across large portions of Oregon and Washington, with advisories in effect for numerous counties and health officials urging sensitive groups to limit outdoor exposure.

Active evacuation orders and warnings are in effect in multiple Oregon counties today, including Level 3 'Go Now' orders in Linn County near Sweet Home and new evacuations tied to the Paradise Fire in Umatilla County and Rowe Creek Complex in Crook County.

Washington's Little Giant Fire has consumed more than 132,990 acres in the rugged terrain northwest of Leavenworth and remains only 10% contained, keeping thousands of Chelan County residents on edge.

The Big Grass Fire has burned more than 578,000 acres across the Oregon-Idaho border, making it the largest wildfire in Oregon's modern recorded history. It is now 71% contained after weeks of intense suppression efforts.

The Pacific Northwest holds the grim distinction of being the most active wildfire region in the U.S., with 34 uncontained large fires burning across Oregon, Washington, and Idaho as the 2026 season shatters decade-long records.

With evacuations underway across the Pacific Northwest, now is the time to build a go-bag, sign up for emergency alerts, and create defensible space around your home. A guide to evacuation zones, preparedness checklists, and key resources for Oregon, Washington, and Idaho residents.

The FY2026 wildfire appropriations bill provides $4.25 billion for suppression — including a $2.85 billion reserve fund — as the Pacific Northwest fire siege tests federal resource capacity at National Preparedness Level 5. A federal wildland fire service consolidation is also advancing.

The Tartar Fire near Weiser, Idaho has reached 87% containment at 158,027 acres — the most dramatic fire of the southern Idaho season after running 20 miles toward Weiser in a single night in early August. Full containment is expected within days.

The Sinlahekin Fire in Okanogan County, Washington has reached 44% containment at approximately 153,843 acres after weeks of sustained firefighting operations. FEMA has authorized federal firefighting funds. Some evacuation levels are being downgraded but fire remains active.

Red Flag Warnings persist across eastern Oregon, eastern Washington, and Idaho as hot, dry, and windy fire weather continues. Earlier this month the region received its second-ever PDS Red Flag Warning, with gusts topping 55 mph. Campfire restrictions are in effect across all federal lands.

Oregon DEQ has issued smoke advisories covering Crook, Hood River, Jefferson, Wasco, Wheeler, and eastern Clackamas counties. Eastern Washington continues to experience AQI readings in the Unhealthy to Hazardous range. Health officials urge sensitive groups to stay indoors.