Paradise and Hagen Fires Update - September 4, 2026

Paradise and Hagen Fires

Umatilla National Forest

Fire Information 541-970-7128, 2026.paradise@firenet.gov

www.InciWeb.gov    Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/ParadiseHagenFires2026

September 4, 2026

PUBLIC SAFETY: Evacuation levels change quickly. Please check official sources often.
Fire	Size*	Containment	Personnel
Hagen	61,408 acres	54%	785
Paradise	9,634 acres	22%	293

 

Key Messages

 

Changing weather brings some relief. Rain and cooler temperatures are helping with suppression efforts across the fires. Firefighters are making good progress on mopping up hot spots and securing the fires edge. 

• More emphasis on repair and rehab. Firefighters are moving into repair and rehab on many areas across the fires. A Heavy Equipment Group is being formed to perform the work. Assessments are being conducted to determine opportunities and equipment needs moving forward.
• Expect the unexpected.  Animals have been very active early in the morning and late in the evening. Motorists are reminded to drive defensively at all times and give animals a wide berth when possible.
• Know before you go. With hunting season activity increasing across the forests and the Labor Day weekend upon us, it’s a good time to make sure that you’re aware of fire use restrictions and closures in the areas you’re considering recreating in. 

For current closures, fire restrictions and evacuation information: https://linktr.ee/Paradise_Hagen_Fire_Info  

CURRENT CONDITIONS AND Planned activities

Hagen Fire

Firefighters will continue to mop up and focus on repair and rehab opportunities today. Crews will be patrolling and securing the fires edge around the perimeter of the fire. Suppression repair and equipment back hauling will be occurring throughout the footprint of the fire.  The fire still remains active and crews will be looking for opportunities for direct actions and containment.

Paradise Fire

Firefighters continue focus on structure protection on portions of the fire and scout for opportunities to increase containment where the fire is still active.  The Mill Creek watershed remains a focal point for suppression repair work. Back hauling of equipment will be active across many locations on the fire.

Weather and fire behavior

Rain and thunderstorms remain possible for the next few days, with temperatures expected to remain in the high 50s to low 60s. Rain has helped moderate fire behavior across both fires, but heavy fuels will continue to smolder. 

https://linktr.ee/Paradise_Hagen_Fire_Info                                

 

BMIDC MORNING BRIEFING
SEPTEMBER 04, 2026
BMIDC WEBSITE
9/03 (NEW) INITIAL ATTACK	Fires	Acres
Umatilla National Forest	0	0
Wallowa Whitman National Forest	0	0
Vale/PRD District BLM Baker Area	0	0
NEO Oregon Department of Forestry	0	0
WA DNR Snake River Unit	0	0
BIA Umatilla Agency	0	0
Total	0	0
INCIDENT SUMMARY
Previous Day 9/03/2026 No new activity to report.

Public Use Restrictions reduced to Phase B on the Umatilla National Forest

(Pendleton, OR, September 3, 2026) — Umatilla National Forest officials will reduce Public Use Restrictions to Phase B at 12:01 a.m. (pacific time) on Friday, Sept. 4, following recent wetting rains. Due to continued fire danger, restrictions pertaining to the use of campfires, chainsaws, internal combustion engines, generators and smoking remain in effect. 

Beginning Friday, campfires will ONLY be allowed in designated campgrounds and recreation sites. Liquified or bottled gas stoves and heaters are allowed for cooking and heating. A list of designated recreation sites is available on the forest website. 

Operating an internal combustion engine, such as a chainsaw, is prohibited without a valid permit. Commercial and personal use firewood permits are regulated by the conditions of the permit and separate from restrictions under this public use restriction. 

Generators will only be allowed if located in an area that has been cleared at least 10 feet in diameter of all flammable material or when factory installed in a recreational vehicle and the exhaust discharge is located in the center of an area at least 3 feet in diameter cleared of all flammable material.

As a reminder, travel restrictions prohibit motor vehicles traveling off designated Forest roads and trails, except for the purposes of going to or from campsites located within 300 feet of an open road. Motorized travel on roads not cleared of standing grass or other flammable material, closed by gates, barricades, berms or logs is prohibited. Vehicles must be parked in an area that is barren or cleared of all vegetation and flammable material. 

Regulated closures may be in effect on State and private lands protected by Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) in northeast and central Oregon. Please check with your local Oregon Department of Forestry office for PURs on lands protected by ODF. For more complete information, contact a local Oregon Department of Forestry office or visit one of the interagency dispatch center’s webpages: 

• Blue Mountain Interagency Dispatch: www.bmidc.org
• John Day Interagency Dispatch Center: https://bicc-jdidc.org/jdidc/intelreport.shtml

Similar restrictions may also be in effect on State and private lands protected by the Washington Department of Natural Resources (WA-DNR). More information can be found on the WA-DNR website at: https://www.dnr.wa.gov/. 

Fire restrictions may also be implemented on lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). For more details, visit the BLM website at: https://blm.gov/orwafire. 

Please remember that it is everyone’s responsibility to know what restrictions are in place when visiting public lands. For more information about the Umatilla National Forest’s Public Use Restrictions, please contact: 

Umatilla National Forest

Toll-Free (877) 958-9663

https://fs.usda.gov/r06/umatilla

Blog: https://bluemountainfireinfo.blogspot.com/

Facebook: www.facebook.com/UmatillaNF

X: @UmatillaNF

 

About the Forest Service: The Forest Service has, for more than 100 years, brought people and communities together to answer the call of conservation. Grounded in world-class science and technology — and rooted in communities — the Forest Service connects people to nature and to each other. The Forest Service cares for shared natural resources in ways that promote lasting economic, ecological, and social vitality. The agency manages 193 million acres of public land, provides assistance to state and private landowners, and maintains the largest wildland fire and forestry research organizations in the world. The Forest Service also has either a direct or indirect role in stewardship of about 900 million forested acres within the U.S., of which over 130 million acres are urban forests where most Americans live.

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Paradise and Hagen Fires Update - September 4, 2026

Paradise and Hagen Fires

Umatilla National Forest

Fire Information 541-970-7128, 2026.paradise@firenet.gov

www.InciWeb.gov    Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/ParadiseHagenFires2026

September 3, 2026

PUBLIC SAFETY: Evacuation levels change quickly. Please check official sources often.
Fire	Size*	Containment	Personnel
Hagen	61,408 acres	54%	787
Paradise	9,639 acres	22%	373

 

*Our reported acreage comes from the ICS-209, the official source used across all incident updates and posted on InciWeb to maintain consistency. Infrared mapping flights often occur overnight and can produce updated perimeter data that appears sooner on platforms like Watch Duty. Those numbers can sometimes be useful for situational awareness, but we publish only the acreage that has been verified for accuracy.

Key Messages

• New command team now in place. Northwest Complex Incident Management Team 8 has now taken command of the Paradise and Hagen fires, effective 6:00 am Thursday. Incoming Incident Commander Adam Veale thanks the outgoing Southern Area Team 3 for all their work to contain the fires and keep communities safe.
• Additional reductions to evacuation levels for the Paradise and Hagen fires were issued on Wednesday. Residents should confirm current levels through official sources as conditions can change quickly.
• Forest closures are still in place. Hunters and visitors are asked to comply with all forest closures and remain alert as firefighters and equipment may be working outside the immediate fire area.
• Slow down and stay alert on the roads. Give fire vehicles and equipment plenty of space to help keep firefighters, equipment operators, and the community safe.

CURRENT CONDITIONS AND Planned activities

Hagen Fire

Recent increases in acreage growth continue to reflect fire activity within the fire’s existing footprint. Firefighters are continuing to mop up on Thursday, with aircraft assisting with hotspot detection across the fire area. Crews will also continue monitoring the fire’s edge to check for any signs of reignition and remove water handling equipment including portable pumps and hose lays as conditions allow.

Paradise Fire

Firefighters continue to reinforce control lines and mop up hotspots in priority areas, including the Mill Creek drainage and around the water intake system, Forest Service Road 65, and other natural and constructed barriers that have helped contain the fire’s spread. Crews are also keeping a close watch over the fire area, checking for any signs of renewed activity so they can respond quickly if conditions change.

weather and fire behavior

The chance of light, patchy showers and thunderstorms remains possible for the next few days, with temperatures expected to remain in the high 50s to low 60s. Rain may help moderate fire behavior across both fires, though heavy fuels will continue to smolder. Any gusty winds or lightning could produce new localized activity, however firefighting crews remain ready to respond quickly to any new starts.

 

EVACUATIONS	On Facebook at:  Umatilla County Sheriff's Office  Union County Sheriff's Office  Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation
	Columbia County Emergency Management  https://www.columbiaco.com/67/Emergency-Alert
	Umatilla County Emergency Management  https://umatillacounty.net/departments/sheriffs-office/emergency-management/emergency-advisories
	Union County Emergency Management  https://unioncountyor.gov/emergency-services/es-current-alerts
	Walla Walla County Emergency Management  https://www.wwemd.info
CLOSURES	The Umatilla National Forest has issued closures for public safety and to support firefighting operations.  Hagen Fire Emergency Closure Reduction  https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/umatilla/alerts/hagen-fire-emergency-closure-reduction
	Paradise Fire Emergency Closure  https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/umatilla/alerts/paradise-fire-emergency-closure
ROAD  CLOSURES	Oregon Department of Transportation TripCheck  https://tripcheck.com/
FIRE  RESTRICTIONS	The Umatilla National Forest has issued public use restrictions for smoking, off-road travel, and chainsaw use across the entire national forest.  Public use restrictions  https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/umatilla/alerts/phase-c-public-use-restrictions
SMOKE	For current smoke reports, use the linked resources.  AirNow Fire and Smoke Map https://fire.airnow.gov
	Detailed All Air Reports  https://outlooks.wildlandfiresmoke.net/outlook?
	Extreme NE Oregon- Hagen, Paradise Fires Air Report  https://outlooks.airfire.org/outlook/61e48530
TEMPORARY  FLIGHT  RESTRICTIONS	If you fly, we can't. If a drone is near a fire, aircraft are grounded until responders can be sure the drone is clear of the area. Know Before You Fly  http://knowbeforeyoufly.org

 

 

BMIDC MORNING BRIEFING
SEPTEMBER 03, 2026
BMIDC WEBSITE
9/02 (NEW) INITIAL ATTACK	Fires	Acres
Umatilla National Forest	0	0
Wallowa Whitman National Forest	0	0
Vale/PRD District BLM Baker Area	0	0
NEO Oregon Department of Forestry	0	0
WA DNR Snake River Unit	0	0
BIA Umatilla Agency	0	0
Total	0	0
INCIDENT SUMMARY
Previous Day 9/02/2026 No new activity to report.

Paradise and Hagen Fire Updates for September 2nd, 2026

 Paradise and Hagen Fires

Umatilla National Forest

Fire Information 541-970-7128, 2026.paradise@firenet.gov

www.InciWeb.gov  
 Facebook    https://www.facebook.com/ParadiseHagenFires2026

September 2nd, 2026

PUBLIC SAFETY: Evacuation levels change quickly. Please check official sources often.
Fire	Size*	Containment	Personnel
Hagen	61,305 acres	53%	859
Paradise	9,593 acres	22%	373

*Our reported acreage comes from the ICS-209, the official source used across all incident updates and posted on InciWeb to maintain consistency. Infrared mapping flights often occur overnight and can produce updated perimeter data that appears sooner on platforms like Watch Duty. Those numbers can sometimes be useful for situational awareness, but we publish only the acreage that has been verified for accuracy.

Key Messages

• Evacuation levels were reduced on Monday for Umatilla and Union counties. Residents should confirm current levels through official sources as conditions can change quickly. 
• The Hagen Fire is 53% contained and the Paradise fire is now 22% contained.  
• Hunting season is underway. Hunters and visitors are asked to comply with all forest closures and remain alert as firefighters and equipment may be working outside the immediate fire area. 
• Slow down and stay alert on the roads. Give fire vehicles and equipment plenty of space to help keep firefighters, equipment operators, and the community safe. 

Southern Area Team 3 will transfer command of the Paradise and Hagen Fires to Northwest Team 8 tomorrow at 6 a.m. Team 3 Incident Commander Bart Kicklighter thanks the local communities for their warm hospitality in welcoming all team members and firefighters to the area. 

“I’m proud of the progress the firefighters and crews have made on both the Hagen and Paradise Fires while our team has been in Walla Walla and Elgin,” said Kicklighter. "I know that we are leaving both fires in excellent hands under the leadership of Team 8’s Incident Commander Adam Veale and his capable team.” 

CURRENT CONDITIONS AND PLANNED ACTIVITIES

Hagen Fire 

The increase in acreage continues to reflect fire spread within the existing footprint. Wednesday’s work includes continued mop up, with aircraft supporting hotspot detection. Crews will also be removing water handling equipment including portable pumps and hose lays ahead of the forecasted rainfall. 

Paradise Fire 

Firefighters continue to reinforce control lines and mop up remaining hotspots. Priority areas include the Mill Creek drainage and around the water intake system, Forest Service Road 65, and other natural and constructed barriers that have helped hold the fire’s spread.  

WEATHER AND FIRE BEHAVIOR

A cooler, wetter pattern is expected Wednesday morning and will likely hold through the rest of the week. Temperatures will drop to the low 60s, with potential for widespread rain and thunderstorms from Wednesday morning and throughout the day. Lightning, brief heavy downpours and strong outflow winds are possible.   

The weather is expected to moderate fire behavior. Heavy fuels will continue to smolder causing smoke. Gusty winds and lightning from the storms could spark new local activity. However firefighting crews are ready to respond quickly to any new fires that may start. 

PARADISE AND HAGEN FIRES IMPORTANT LINKS

IMPORTANT - INFORMATION AND CONDITIONS CAN CHANGE RAPIDLY Conditions can change rapidly. Evacuation levels and road closures are frequently adjusted.

EVACUATIONS	Umatilla County, Union County and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation https://www.facebook.com/UmatillaCountySheriff On Facebook at @Umatilla County Sheriff's Office @Union County Sheriff's Office @Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation
	Columbia County Emergency Management https://www.columbiaco.com/67/Emergency-Alert
	Umatilla County Emergency Management https://umatillacounty.net/departments/sheriffs-office/emergency-management/emergency-advisories
	Union County Emergency Management https://unioncountyor.gov/emergency-services/es-current-alerts
	Walla Walla County Emergency Management https://www.wwemd.info
CLOSURES	The Umatilla National Forest has issued closures for public safety and to support firefighting operations. Hagen Fire Emergency Closure Reduction https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/umatilla/alerts/hagen-fire-emergency-closure-reduction
	Paradise Fire Emergency Closure https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/umatilla/alerts/paradise-fire-emergency-closure
ROAD CLOSURES	Oregon Department of Transportation TripCheck https://tripcheck.com/
FIRE RESTRICTIONS	The Umatilla National Forest has issued public use restrictions for smoking, off-road travel and chainsaw use across the entire national forest. Public use restrictions https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/umatilla/alerts/phase-c-public-use-restrictions
SMOKE	For current smoke reports, use the linked resources. AirNow Fire and Smoke Map      https://fire.airnow.gov
	Detailed All Air Reports Extreme NE Oregon - Hagen, Paradise Fires Air Report
TEMPORARY FLIGHT RESTRICTIONS	If you fly, we can't. If a drone is near a fire, aircraft are grounded until responders can be sure the drone is clear of the area. Know Before You Fly http://knowbeforeyoufly.org