August 13, 2025 11:20 a.m.   

The Scenic Fire near National Creek is approximately 83 acres as of midday Wednesday.

An update from the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest said the fire is burning on the High Cascades Ranger District, east of Highway 230. Crews worked through the night to establish line and hose lays along the west flank of the fire. Fire activity remained high, with spot fires up to a half mile east of the fire, most of which are now inside the perimeter of the main fire as it has progressed to the east. Dozers are working to construct line in challenging terrain with dense vegetation and very soft ground.

Motorists should expect travel delays on Highway 230 and should watch for crews working in the area.

Resources on the scene include 17 engines, four hand crews, three dozers, two falling modules, and multiple aircraft. Orders have been placed for five additional hand crews, two Type 1 helicopters for bucket work and two Scooper Planes.

Fire danger on the forest is currently high. It will increase over the next few days with high temperatures, relative humidities remaining low and winds predicted.