2025 Oregon wildfires

Highway 242, which is also known as the McKenzie Highway, had been closed for weeks due to the Foley Ridge Fire east of McKenzie Bridge.

The Moon Complex fire in Curry County has grown to more than 17,000 acres, prompting evacuation orders in Agness and Illahe. Gov. Tina Kotek has ordered extra wildfire crews as smoke creates unhealthy air quality across southern Oregon.

Smoke from the Moon Complex Fire in southern Oregon is wafting into Western Lane and Douglas Counties.

Land managers around the state are taking varied approaches to rescinding fire bans.

Rigoberto Hernandez Hernandez’s release came suddenly Wednesday morning without a court order.

Closure covers more campgrounds and trailheads along the scenic highway.

A portion of Oregon Highway 242 is closed due to Foley Ridge Fire in eastern Lane County. Crews work to contain 437-acre blaze near McKenzie Pass.

Sept. 15 community meeting to cover Foley Ridge Fire progress. HWY 242 delays expected due to ongoing suppression activity.

Recent moisture and humidity have kept fires from rapid growth through the week.

The lightning-sparked fire is now at least 245 acres, officials said Tuesday evening.

Fire lines have to withstand testing by a fire before containment is declared in an area.