Oregon sets wildfire record at 2.3 million acres, with many blazes tied to human activity

Oregon sets wildfire record at 2.3 million acres, with many blazes tied to human activity

Oregon has already logged more than 2.3 million burned acres in 2026, setting a new statewide wildfire record before the season has even ended. Human activity appears to be responsible for many ignitions, meaning lightning was only part of the problem. Here's what to know In an Instagram post, chief meteorologist Ginger Zee (@ginger_zee) said, "More than 2.3 million acres have already burned in the state of Oregon, which is a record." Because Or…