Oakland, OR — A wildfire broke out just north of Sutherlin on Sunday afternoon with smoke visible from Interstate 5. Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) first responded to the Turkey Hill fire just after 4:00 PM with resources from Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, Oregon State Police, Oakland Rural Fire District, Sutherlin Fire Department, and North Douglas Fire & EMS all assisting to fight the flames.
While the fire initially resulted in lane closures on I-5 Southbound, the Interstate was fully reopened by 8:00 PM. As of Sunday evening, a perimeter had been established around the 10.9 acres fire while crews have begun mop-up work to extinguish any lingering hot-spots. At this point, smoke may still be visible along the Interstate, though no delays or closures are in effect.
DFPA confirmed that no evacuations were issued in relation to this fire and no structures were threatened.