What is the name and location of the wildfire?
As of September 1, 2026, the Austin Fire is burning in Oregon's Mount Hood National Forest, southeast of Estacada.
The fire spans portions of Clackamas, Marion, and Wasco counties near the Collawash River, Cabin Creek, and Forest Roads 46, 63, 4640, and 6310.
Which cities or areas are affected by the Austin Fire?
The cities and areas affected by the Austin Fire include:
- Cabin Creek area
- Clackamas County
- Collawash River corridor
- Marion County
- Mount Hood National Forest
- Riverford Campground area
- Two Rivers Picnic Area
- Wasco County
What is the current containment status of the Austin Fire?
As of September 1, 2026, the Austin Fire has burned 11,685.6 acres and remains 0% contained.
Firefighters have conducted low-intensity burning operations to consume unburned vegetation and connect portions of the fire’s edge to indirect firelines. Crews continue to hold the fire along established lines while addressing spot fires and protecting nearby recreation facilities (1).
Are there any evacuation orders or alerts in place?
Level 3 “Go Now” evacuation orders are in effect in areas that include Bagby Hot Springs, Lake Harriet, Timothy Lake, campgrounds along the Clackamas River east of Carter Bridge, Oregon Highway 224 east of Fish Creek, and portions of Forest Roads 46, 57, 63, and 70 (2).
How can I protect myself from wildfire smoke?
Always plan ahead to protect yourself from wildfire smoke.
- Get a free air quality app for real-time air quality alerts and forecasts.
- Shut doors and windows and set the HVAC to recirculate mode.
- Run a high-performance air purifier to filter wildfire smoke.
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Contribute to your community’s outdoor air quality data.
- Stay indoors; if you do need to go outdoors, wear a KN95/FFP2 mask.
As of September 1, 2026, the Austin Fire is 0% contained.
