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Rowe Creek Complex 73% contained as crews work to keep blaze from Highway 26

Firefighters have the Rowe Creek Complex 73% contained and are focused on preventing the fire from jumping Highway 26, Central Oregon Daily reports.

By James Barber • September 9, 2026 · 10:05 am
Rowe Creek Complex 73% contained as crews work to keep blaze from Highway 26

The Rowe Creek Complex is now 73% contained, and crews are concentrating efforts on preventing the fire from jumping Highway 26, Central Oregon Daily reports.

Firefighters continue suppression operations around the complex with the stated goal of protecting the highway and nearby areas. Authorities say keeping the blaze from crossing Highway 26 remains a top priority as containment improves.

Central Oregon Daily is the source of these containment and operational details.