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Round Butte Fire Rages West of Madras | Bend News
A fast-moving wildfire erupted near Round Butte west of Madras, devouring 1,200 acres of brush and juniper fueled by afternoon winds pushing it east. Fire crews, including hotshots, dozers, tankers, and helicopters, are battling the blaze under unified command, with structure protection efforts underway. As winds died and temps cooled Saturday night, firefighters intensified ground tactics—but evacuation alerts remain in effect. Drone use is strictly prohibited due to safety risks. Daily smoke forecasts are available online, and Red Flag Warnings loom as extreme weather conditions persist…
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