Cram Fire grows to 77,158 acres in central Oregon
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The fire near Madras is 0% contained. Crews are working to hold lines and protect ranches as smoke impacts drivers on Highway 97. Level 3 evacuations remain active.
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,
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.