Wildfire sparks in Central Oregon Sunday afternoon near Clarno

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Wildfire sparks in Central Oregon Sunday afternoon near Clarno

PORTLAND, Ore. (

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) — A wildfire sprang up in Central Oregon Sunday afternoon, spurring local fire crews into action, authorities said.

According to Central Oregon Fire, the fire started just after 2:30 p.m. about 9 miles north of Clarno and spread over 1,500 acres overnight, bringing it to nearly 2,000 acres total.

Currently, crews said the number of structures threatened and evacuation levels are unknown, but Wheeler County Fire and Rescue is working to provide structure protection.

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The fire is burning through grass, brush and scattered timber in the area, and the cause is still under investigation.

Officials shared on X that crews from other nearby departments, including Wheeler County and Gillham County, are coming to assist.

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