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J EFFERSON COUNTY, Ore. (KPTV) - A wildfire burning in Jefferson County and Wasco County has grown to more than 91,000 acres and is growing in different directions, driven by strong winds, fuel, and high temperatures.
Kyle Butler witnessed the devastation firsthand and is now leading efforts to help his neighbor, Lynn Alps, rebuild her life.
The Cram Fire in Jefferson and Wasco counties increased in size Tuesday as wildfire crews battled high temperatures and blustery winds.
Despite the size of the Cram fire the Red Cross tells KTVZ news no one has used their shelter in Madras for the last 2 days. Even though the shelter was empty outside of the volunteers, representatives from the Red Cross tell us they're eager to help anyone who shows up.
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Seven large fires are burning across Oregon. The largest, the Cram Fire, is burning 15 miles north of Madras. As of Monday night, it was estimated to be about 20,000 acres in size.
The Cram Fire in Central Oregon has grown beyond 30,000 acres, driven by heat and gusty winds. It has forced evacuations, worsened air quality, and shut down Highway 97. Crews face difficult terrain and shifting winds.
A fast-moving wildfire broke out Sunday evening near Highway 97 and The Cram Fire northeast of Madras grew to nearly 29,000 acres in the heat and wind on Monday, prompting evacuations while pushing through steep,