Remote Control Jet Causes Forest Grove Brush Fire

Expect the unexpected, during this volatile fire season.

Photo: Forest Grove Fire & Rescue

(FOREST GROVE, Ore.) - A fire was caused by a Freewing SU-35 remote control jet outside of Forest Grove Saturday. It hailed from a nearby model air park.

Forest Grove Fire & Rescue responded to the 1-acre brush fire on NW Strohmayer Road about 1:30 pm.

When crews arrived, there was an active fire in the grass and brush, quickly spreading. Firefighters were able to stop the flames from spreading further.

While the flames were underway, a power pole caught on fire. This created a serious hazard of the risk of power lines dropping onto firefighters. Once the main flames were extinguished, firefighters had to move back and wait for PGE to cut the power to the pole, deeming the scene safe.

Officials say that no one was injured and no structures were damaged, but this is a great reminder of how dangerous fire conditions are during a Red Flag Warning.

Forest Grove Fire & Rescue was assisted on scene by Banks Fire and Oregon Department of Forestry.

Source: News Release from Forest Grove Fire & Rescue