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Microwave Tower Fire

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Unit Information

Central Oregon District - Oregon Department of Forestry 
3501 East Third Street 
P.O. Box 670 
Prineville, 
Oregon 
97754 
Central Oregon District - Oregon Department of Forestry 
3501 East Third Street 
P.O. Box 670 
Prineville, 
Oregon 
97754 

Incident Contacts

  • Microwave Tower Public Information
    Email:
    2024.microwavetower@firenet.gov
    Phone:
    541-208-1744

Closures

Microwave Tower Fire Area Closure Remains in Effect 08-29-2024
Updated On: - 08/29/2024 / 18:19
Smoldering hotspots continue to impose hazards to public and firefighter safety
Se mantiene el cierre de la zona del incendio “Microwave Tower Fire” 08-29-2024
Updated On: - 08/29/2024 / 18:20
Los focos humeantes siguen suponiendo un peligro para la seguridad pública y de los bomberos
Mid Columbia Gorge, Federal Land Closures related to Whisky Creek, Sandstone, and Microwave Tower Fires 08-07-2024
Updated On: - 08/07/2024 / 10:00
For the Whisky Creek, Microwave Tower, and Sandstone Fires, nearby federal lands have been affected, prompting temporary closures. These closures are in place to protect public safety and support firefighting efforts.