Small Wildland Fire at Southwest Bald Peak Road and Southwest Clay Drive

Summary: A small wildland fire was reported at the intersection of Southwest Bald Peak Road and Southwest Clay Drive in Washington County, Oregon. Responding units observed smoke and a burned area of approximately 50 feet within a tree stand, surrounded by cut and harvested fields. The fire was determined to be of limited size and risk, with light winds and slow spread. The likely cause was a tractor striking a rock, igniting the grass. Fire crews established command, created access, and contained the fire with minimal risk of extension. Units were staged and directed for effective suppression, and the situation was brought under control with no reported injuries or significant property loss.