The Cram Fire exploded in size to 64,296 acres. Windy conditions continue posing challenges for firefighters. Today Governor Tina Kotek declared a State of Emergency for Oregon’s wildfires lasting through the end of the year.
“Oregon is already experiencing a devastating wildfire season that will have lasting consequences. The summer is only gettin hotter, drier and more dangerous — we have to be prepared for worsening conditions,” Kotek said in a news release.
“I am declaring a State of Emergency to access state resources for communities across Oregon as we respond to this year’s escalating wildfire season. All Oregonians should follow local instructions and evacuation levels issued by emergency officials, subscribe to emergency alerts on ORAlert.gov, have an evacuation plan, prepare a go-kit and stay aware of changing conditions.” A link to the governor’s Executive Order 25-16 can be found here.
Below is the latest news release from fire officials about the Cram Fire:
The Cram Fire remained active throughout the night, pushed by low humidity and strong northeast winds up to 16 mph. Night shift crews were heavily engaged, conducting point protection and structure patrols on the west side of the fire, where residential areas and key infrastructure remain at risk. Wildland crews supported the Rangeland Fire Protection Association (RFPA) with burnout operations to connect containment lines on the north side of the fire. As fire activity increased on the southern flank of the fire, firefighters worked on protecting threatened structures and building containment lines. The fire continues to challenge containment efforts, and it is approximately 64,295 acres after the infrared flight last night.
Fire managers expect continued fire growth and activity today, with windy conditions persisting and a shift in wind direction expected by early afternoon, which could further test containment lines. Crews are preparing for dynamic fire behavior throughout the day. Firefighters will continue to strengthen containment lines and tie unconnected sections together.
The Wolf Creek Hotshots arrived yesterday to support suppression efforts, following the demobilization of the Prineville Hotshots earlier in the day. Oregon State Fire Marshal’s structural task forces remain engaged in structure protection and working to secure structures in and around the entire fire perimeter, working closely with local departments and wildland crews.
The High Desert Type 3 Incident Management Team continues in Unified Command with the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s (OSFM) Green Incident Management Team. Today, they will be shadowed by Northwest Complex Incident Management Team 10, which will enter into Unified Command with OSFM Green Team beginning Thursday. This transition ensures a seamless handoff and sustained incident support as suppression efforts continue.
Evacuations Remain in Effect:
Jefferson and Wasco County Sheriffs have issued Level 3 (GO NOW), Level 2 (BE SET), and Level 1 (BE READY) evacuations across multiple zones.
Evacuation maps:
Jefferson County: tinyurl.com/JCSOEvacMap
Wasco County: tinyurl.com/WascoCountyEvacMap
More Information:
- Official fire updates: centraloregonfire.org
- X/Twitter: @CentralORfire
- Smoke/air quality: fire.airnow.gov
- To report a fire: Call 9-1-1
This article appears in Source Weekly July 10, 2025.
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