| Alder Creek Fire | |
| Date: | – present |
| Location: | Wheeler County, Oregon |
| Area: | 1551acres |
| Cause: | under investigation |
The Alder Creek Fire is an active wildfire in Wheeler County, Oregon. Ignited in the early afternoon at about 5 pm on July 6, 2023, the cause of the fire is still under investigation. The fire ultimately burned 1551acres.[1]
The fire began near U.S. Route 19 at mile marker 81., it had burned 760acres and was 0% contained. On July 15, 2023 the fire was fully contained. It ultimately destroyed a total of 1551acres.
The cause of the fire is currently unknown and under investigation.
No evacuations were ordered, and no structures and communities were threatened.