DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. – The Dixon Fire burning in Douglas County is now 100% contained.
The fire burned through an estimated 1,970 acres.
Due to the increased containment, the Oregon Department of Forestry is transferring command to a local Type 4 organization comprised of resources from the Umpqua National Forest and Douglas Forest Protective Association.
“This positive outcome is due to partnerships. The fire burned across a checkerboard of private and government ownerships,” said Matt Howard, Incident Commander of ODF IMT 2. “Everybody was in lockstep to bring together the right resources and support effective decision-making.”
Although the Tiller Trail Highway has reopened, drivers are asked to use caution while in the area as rolling debris and other post-fire hazards may remain along the roadway.
The fire was first reported on August 10, the cause is under investigation.
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