Upper Applegate Fire Estimated 470 Acres; some Evacs Downgraded

Upper Applegate Fire estimated 470 acres; some evacs downgraded

Firefighters are responding to a vegetation fire on the 2000 block of Upper Applegate Road in Jacksonville.

Firefighters hold Upper Applegate Fire overnight, line 70% of the fire’s perimeter

RUCH, Ore. (June 19, 2025) – Firefighters working on the Upper Applegate Fire were able to hold the fire overnight, securing a fire line around 70% of its perimeter. The fire has not grown beyond the footprint from late Wednesday afternoon. Additionally, resources were able to connect hose throughout 50% of the fire, bringing water access to the incident and allowing firefighters to hold line and extinguish hot spots easier. The fire, located on…