Oregon wildfire updates: Round Butte Fire at 1,200 acres in Jefferson Co.; Hagen Fire evacuation levels increase

Key Points:

• Wildfires continue to burn across eastern Oregon, causing evacuations and unhealthy air quality, with over 2 million acres burned in Oregon and Washington this year; gusty winds up to 40 mph and low humidity have led to Red Flag Warnings for most areas east of the Cascades.
• The Round Butte Fire in Jefferson County is estimated at 1,200 acres and has prompted Level 3 evacuation orders for parts of the county, with cooler temperatures and decreased winds helping to slow the fire.
• Evacuation levels for the Hagen Fire have been raised to Level 3 "Go Now" in parts of Union and Umatilla counties, affecting several National Forest lands and residential areas.
• FEMA has authorized a Fire Management Assistance Grant covering up to 75% of eligible firefighting costs for the Rowe Creek Complex fire in Crook and Jefferson counties, marking the fifth such grant for Oregon wildfires in 2026.
• In response to severe drought and extreme fire danger, Washington Governor Bob Ferguson declared a statewide emergency and burn ban through September 30, 2026, prohibiting most outdoor burning activities to help prevent further wildfire ignitions.