August 3, 2026 3:50 a.m.  

The Castle Fire burning on the Umpqua National Forest is listed at 2,429 acres and 15 percent contained, as of Sunday night.

703 personnel are working on the fire which is burning 23 miles northeast of Tiller.

An update from California Incident Management Team 13 said the west side of the fire remains active, with helicopters continuing bucket drops to knock down fire intensity as it approaches primary control lines. Crews continue to patrol and mop up of the 28 and 2823 roads. Crews are also continuing preparation of contingency lines on the northeast side of the fire. Backing and flanking have been observed on the northwest side of the fire. Nighttime firing operations are holding and being monitored. The Douglas Forest Protective Association is supplying two Blackhawk helicopters to assist with air operations. The fire is being managed for full suppression.

Weather will trend to be hotter and drier on Monday and into the week.

Friday night the Umpqua National Forest expanded the closure area in order to protect the public and provide a safe environment for firefighters. All National Forest System lands, roads and trails are closed to the public within the closure area.  A number of population recreation areas are now closed.

More details are on the Umpqua National Forest website: https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/umpqua