Published, Saturday, June 29, 2024, 2000 hours PT

INCIDENT SUMMARY. The Darlene 3 Fire has been burning since June 25, 2024, when it ignited dry fire fuels of timber and brush, about one (1) mile southeast of La Pine, Oregon.

(L) Fire Operations Chief giving an update. Photo Credit: OSFM

CURRENT STATUS. At the time of this update, the fire has burned approximately 3,889 acres but crews have successfully reached a 50% containment status. The expected containment of the fire has been slated for Sunday, June 30, 2024. Today is the last day for the management of the incident by OSFM’s IC

COMMAND. The command is under the management of the OSFM Red Taem IC Ian Yocum.

RESOURCES. There are 435 total personnel, an increase within the 24-hour operational period to about 25 more people alongside nine (9) crews, 34 engines, and five (5) copters.

COST-TO-DATE. The Cost-to-date for fire suppression and containment efforts has reached $3,000,000.

OFFICIAL FIRE UPDATES. For more detailed information on this wildfire, visit the Central Oregon Fire Information –> https://centraloregonfire.org/2024/06/29/darlene-3-fire-update-june-29-2024/

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