'They are kind of cool to watch': Water scooping planes tackle Marks Creek Fire

ODF Incident Management Team 2 assumes command of Marks Creek Fire

PRINEVILLE, Ore. – Warm and dry conditions made for a challenging day for some areas of the Marks Creek Fire.  Crews continued to strengthen lines, building direct lines in the north and northeast of the fire while aircraft supported efforts across the fire.  The southwest portion of the fire remains a challenge due to the terrain, limiting direct access. Afternoon thunderstorms brought high winds and rain to some areas of the fire, while others…

'They are kind of cool to watch': Water scooping planes tackle Marks Creek Fire

The size of the Marks Creek Fire in the Ochoco National Forest was reduced from 2,500 acres to 1,513 acres Thursday morning following an infrared flight that more accurately mapped the fire, Central Oregon Fire Information said Thursday.