As the 2026 wildfire season continues, evacuation orders, fire prevention orders, and recreation area closures remain in effect at multiple locations across Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Residents and visitors should check with local emergency management offices daily, as conditions and order levels can change rapidly. The following is a summary of known active and recently issued orders as of September 17, 2026.
Oregon
Clackamas County — Austin and Narrows Fires
Emergency area closures remain in effect on the Clackamas River Ranger District of the Mount Hood National Forest, encompassing areas around both the Austin Fire (12,887 acres, 67% contained, 25 miles southeast of Estacada) and the Narrows Fire (304 acres, 89% contained, 15 miles southeast of Estacada). Level 3 Go Now evacuation orders that were previously issued for nearby communities have been stepped down, but residents should continue to monitor Clackamas County Emergency Management for updates.
Umatilla, Union, and Wallowa Counties — Paradise and Hagen Fires
Forest and road closures remain active across portions of the Umatilla National Forest related to the Paradise and Hagen fires. The closures cover significant portions of the Wenaha-Tucannon Wilderness and adjacent forest lands. Hunters and recreationists must stay outside designated closure boundaries; violating a federal closure order is a criminal offense. Check the Umatilla National Forest website for current boundary maps.
Medford BLM District — Fire Prevention Order
The Bureau of Land Management's Medford District issued a fire prevention order effective September 5, 2026, restricting campfires, charcoal fires, and the use of smoking materials on BLM-managed lands in southwestern Oregon. The order remains in effect until further notice. Violations can result in fines and criminal prosecution.
Washington
Okanogan and Chelan Counties — Multiple Fires
Portions of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest remain under emergency closure orders related to the Sinlahekin, Ptarmigan, Little Giant, and other active fires burning in the region. Residents and property owners in rural areas of Okanogan County should maintain contact with Okanogan County Emergency Management and ensure they are signed up for the county's CodeRED or Wireless Emergency Alert system.
King County — King and Three Queens Fires
The King Fire (zero containment, 3,278 acres) and Three Queens Fire (20% contained, 9,527 acres) are burning in steep terrain east of Snoqualmie Pass. Washington State Department of Natural Resources and the USDA Forest Service have issued closures for affected areas of the Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest. Interstate 90 has remained open, but travelers should expect possible closures if fire activity escalates.
Skagit and Chelan Counties — North Cascades Fires
The North Cascades National Park and adjacent Okanogan-Wenatchee and Mount Baker-Snoqualmie national forests have closures in effect related to the Luna, Border 2, Sisi, and Electric fires. Recreation in affected areas — including trail access to popular wilderness destinations — is restricted. Check the National Park Service and Forest Service websites for current closure polygons.
Idaho
Boundary County — Parker Lake and Upper Smith Fires
The Parker Lake Fire (1,531 acres, zero containment, 20 miles northwest of Bonners Ferry) and Upper Smith Fire (4,848 acres, 41% contained, near Porthill) have prompted heightened alert levels for residents in rural Boundary County. The Bonners Ferry Ranger District of the Idaho Panhandle National Forests has closures in effect around both fires. Residents northwest of Bonners Ferry should be prepared to evacuate on short notice.
How to Stay Informed
- Oregon: Oregon Office of Emergency Management — oregon.gov/oem
- Washington: Washington Emergency Management Division — mil.wa.gov/emergency-management-division
- Idaho: Idaho Office of Emergency Management — ioem.idaho.gov
- Fire Information: InciWeb — inciweb.nwcg.gov
- 911 for Emergencies — Do not wait to call if you see fire threatening your area