Merita Terrace 4011 Fire, Oregon
The Merita Terrace 4011 Fire is an active wildfire burning in Oregon, United States. It has burned approximately less than 1 acre under a Uncontained classification.
Activity & map
Timeline, Map & Situation
Timeline
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Status: Uncontained
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Fire discovery / ignition reported
Map
42.4151, -122.9650
Current Situation
The Merita Terrace 4011 Fire is an active wildfire burning in Oregon, United States. It has burned approximately less than 1 acre under a Uncontained classification.
Data for this incident was last refreshed 3 hours ago. Local observations show temperatures around 28°C, northwest winds of approximately 19 km/h.
Nearby communities include Central Point (5.9 km SE), Gold Hill (7.3 km W), White City (9 km E), Jacksonville (11.3 km S).
Smoke layers do not currently show a clear plume at the fire site. Several additional active wildfires are located within 89 km.
Growth Trend
Growth history is still collecting. Points are saved when agency size or status changes.
Environment
Current Conditions
Current Conditions
Smoke
Layer analysis: Regional PM2.5 forecast haze is active on the live map; point density at this fire is not classified from plume polygons.
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Nearby & Resources
Nearby Fires
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No full road closures reported within about 25 mi right now.
Nearby Communities
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Central Point
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Gold Hill
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White City
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Jacksonville
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Medford
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Eagle Point
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Why This Fire Matters
- One of the 10 largest active fires in Oregon (currently ranked #9 among tracked incidents in this area).
- Located within 16 mi of nearby communities (closest: Central Point at 3.7 mi).
- Fire has remained active for 3 days.
- Weather conditions currently support continued fire activity (fire weather rating: High).
Technical Incident Details
| Fire Name | Merita Terrace 4011 |
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| Agency Fire ID | 2026-OR711S-000123 |
| Country | United States |
| Province / State | Oregon |
| Location | Jackson |
| Latitude | 42.41509 |
| Longitude | -122.96498 |
| Last Updated | Jul 29, 2026, 4:50 PM PDT |
| Current Status | Uncontained |
| Tracking | Actively tracked |
| Acres Burned | less than 1 acre |
| Containment % | — |
| Cause | Undetermined |
| Nearby towns | Central Point (3.7 mi SE), Gold Hill (4.5 mi W), White City (5.6 mi E), Jacksonville (7 mi S), Medford (7.6 mi SE), Eagle Point (9.2 mi NE) |
| Discovery Date | Jul 26, 2026, 1:47 PM PDT |
| Fire Type | OUT |
| Data Source | nifc-wfigs |
Questions
Frequently asked questions
What is the current size of this fire?
The Merita Terrace 4011 Fire is currently reported at approximately less than 1 acre.
Where is this fire located?
The Merita Terrace 4011 Fire is located in Oregon, United States at approximately 42.4151, -122.9650. Nearby towns include Central Point (5.9 km SE), Gold Hill (7.3 km W), White City (9 km E), Jacksonville (11.3 km S).
Is this fire contained?
Agencies classify this fire as Uncontained. A numeric containment percentage is not available in the current feed.
When was it discovered?
Discovery (or first listed date) is recorded as 2026-07-26.
Is smoke affecting nearby communities?
No smoke plume is currently mapped near this fire in the smoke analysis layer.
What towns are near this fire?
Nearby settlements include Central Point (3.7 mi SE), Gold Hill (4.5 mi W), White City (5.6 mi E), Jacksonville (7 mi S), Medford (7.6 mi SE), Eagle Point (9.2 mi NE).
How many nearby fires are active?
There are 8 other active wildfires nearby.
What are current weather conditions?
Near the fire: 83°F, 38% humidity, 12 mph from the nw.
Is this fire still actively tracked?
This fire is actively tracked (last update 3 hours ago).