Oregon’s Akawa Butte Fire Explodes Past 26,000 Acres as Crews Battle to Protect Sisters

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The Akawa Butte Fire continues to test the strength of the Sisters community as firefighters work tirelessly to keep one of Oregon’s most dangerous wildfires from reaching homes and businesses.

The lightning-caused fire, which started on July 16, has now burned more than 26,000 acres across Deschutes and Jefferson counties. Officials have confirmed at least two homes have been destroyed, while thousands of residents remain under evacuation notices as changing weather keeps crews on high alert.

Sisters, Oregon sign (Photo: Central Oregon Daily)

The fire has become the number one priority wildfire in the United States, placing it first in line for critical firefighting resources as agencies

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