The Oregon Department of Forestry packed up camp at Fogarty Creek State Recreation Area on Sunday, August 28, and the area is now reopened to the public.

We've received many calls asking: Are backyard barbecues, firepits, and beach fires okay? The open burning ban currently in effect for the Depoe Bay Fire District applies primarily to rubbish and yard debris. Recreational, warming, and ... (Full Story & Photos)

Note: This will be the final update from the incident management team.

The Oregon Department of Forestry’s Incident Management Team, led by Incident Commander Charlie Redheffer, will hand the fire over to a smaller Type 4 organization on Sunday. The Team would like to thank the Depoe Bay, Gleneden Beach, and Lincoln County communities for their kind hospitality and support during its stay.

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Yesterday’s weather tested the firelines as predicted it would. All three of the fire’s containment lines held. In fact, the wind and the lower relative humidity aided to find hot spots inside the perimeter by allowing them to heat up and smoke. Mike Totey, ODF District Forester, said, “It passed the test."

Further mop up of the fires will continue today. The northernmost section of the fire (division ... (Full Story & Photos)

We've been asked: Is there anything that the public can drop off for the crews to keep them healthy and comfortable?

Tina Young, Public Information Officer for the Oregon Department of Forestry, says that the firefighters planned well and have most everything they need—including lots of water and Gatorade and a fully stocked kitchen at the fire camp.

Ms. Young added that the outpouring of support ... (Full Story & Photos)

Any cellular phone outages in Depoe Bay are unrelated to the wildlands fire. Service outages should be temporary and are caused by tower maintenance.... (Full Story & Photos)

Oregon Department of Forestry shared an incident map current as of Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at 9:51pm.

The complete map can be downloaded as a PDF by following the link below.

Depoe Bay Fire District will continue to share updates from the Oregon Department of Forestry as we receive them.... (Full Story & Photos)

Fire crews had a very productive day on the fire yesterday. Crews improved firelines and prepped for the incoming weather today.

Today’s objectives will be to continue mop up efforts inside the fire perimeter, while maintaining a secure containment line, and being available for initial attack if other fires occur. Goals for the inside of the perimeter of the fires will be to mop up 100 feet from ... (Full Story & Photos)

Today Fire Chief Joshua Williams and Oregon State Representative David Gomberg inspected the area affected by the 2500 Road Fire about 2 miles east of Depoe Bay.... (Full Story & Photos)