McCully Fire in Oregon Grows to 9,934 Acres; 2% Contained
The McCully Fire in Oregon has grown to 9,934 acres, with 2% containment reported, according to the Baker City Herald.
2 reports on this incident · first at Aug 31, 2026, 4:15 p.m. ET
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Aug 31, 2026, 4:15 p.m. ETFirst report
McCully Fire in Oregon Grows to 9,934 Acres; No Containment Figure Reported
The McCully Fire in Oregon has burned 9,934 acres, but no containment figure has been reported yet, according to the Baker City Herald. The fire was discovered on August 22, 2026, and is moving slowly to the south, generally downhill, the newspaper reported.
The cause of the fire has been reported as lightning by the Baker City Herald. The fire remains under investigation, and no further details have been released.
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