Bend Fire & Rescue was called to a brush fire near the Stillwater Crossing apartments on Bend’s southside around 4pm Thursday. Multiple callers indicated the fire was spreading in brush and trees near buildings and homes. Fire crews arrived and were able to quickly stop the fire and keep it to 1/10th of an acre.
Bend Police assisted with traffic control and the investigation during the incident. The fire burned mostly in the pine needle duff below the trees and was just getting into the brush and trees when fire crews arrived. No homes or structures were directly threatened by the fire, the closest being more than 100 feet from the fire.
The fire was determined to on private land just to the north of the apartments off of Romaine Village Dr. Though the fire is considered human caused, a direct cause was not able to be determined. There are no indications incidental or natural causes such as lightning, powerlines, etc. in the area. There were no encampments or similar noted in this area.
We are into High fire danger currently and summer is just starting to heat up. Take some time to review you house again for defensible space and ensure you’re prepared for wildfire. More information can be found at www.bendoregon.gov/own-your-
