The Bootleg Fire, which ignited near Beatty, Oregon, in July 2021, consumed over 413,000 acres, securing its place as the third-largest wildfire in Oregon's history since 1900. Notable for its rapid expansion rate, the fire, at its peak, devoured approximately 1,000 acres per hour. This rapid growth earned it the title of the second-largest wildfire in the United States during the 2021 wildfire season.
July 19, 2021: Bootleg Fire Merges with Log Fire
The Bootleg Fire merged with the smaller Log Fire to the east on July 19, 2021, intensifying the wildfire's impact.
August 15, 2021: Bootleg Fire Contained
The Bootleg Fire was fully contained on August 15, 2021, after burning for over a month.
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