Fire season officially began in all areas of the state by July 1, according to the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF).

In October, elevated risk of significant fires will shift west of the Cascades due to the likelihood of dry easterly winds in autumn.

By November, significant fire risk will decrease back to normal (i.e., low) for the entire geographic area as cooler and wetter weather arrives.

[6] Highway closures and wildfire smoke affected businesses in the vicinity of the Smith River Complex fire, burning in northern California and southern Oregon.

[7] The following is a list of Oregon wildfires in 2023 that have burned more than 1,000 acres (400 hectares), have resulted in casualties or significant damage to structures, or have otherwise been notable.