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Forest Service Seeks Public’s Assistance in Determining the Cause of the Bedrock Fire

by Amy Kelley | Jul 27, 2023 | Oregon News

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PORTLAND, Ore., July 25, 2023 — Fire investigators with the U.S. Department of Agriculture Forest Service are seeking the public’s assistance with any tips or information pertinent to the start of the Bedrock Fire. Reported on July 22, 2023, the Bedrock Fire is located on the Willamette National Forest’s Middle Fork Ranger District, approximately 36 miles east of Springfield, Ore.

Since its ignition near Bedrock Campground, accessed via Forest Road 18 in the Fall Creek area, over 155 emergency responders have supported suppression efforts on the fire, which has burned over 4,448 acres.

The Forest Service asks that the public recall any information, photography, or videos they may have from their visit to the area where the fire began on July 22. Any information can assist investigators in determining the cause of the fire.

Please submit any information that could assist fire investigation efforts to [email protected].

Additional information on the Bedrock Fire can be found at

https://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident-information/orwif-bedrock-fire.

As we continue to experience exceptionally warm and dry conditions, please remain vigilant with fire prevention efforts and follow all fire restrictions in place when visiting your National Forests.

If you see smoke, fire, or suspicious activities call 911.

Joanie Schmidgall (she/her/hers)

Public Affairs Officer

Forest Service

Siuslaw National Forest

Phone: 541-259-9804
[email protected]

3200 SW Jefferson Way
Corvallis, OR 97331
www.fs.usda.gov/

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Written by Amy Kelley

July 27, 2023

Alpine Stream Construction Highway 58 Oakridge Oregon

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