Bend Fire & Rescue reported a structure fire in northeast Bend. At 11:30 pm on Thursday, May 21 2026, multiple 911 callers reported a fire near Boyd Acres Rd in NE Bend. First arriving fire units found two residences heavily involved in fire with extension into nearby brush and trees and a second alarm was called. The fire was knocked down quickly, with fire progression stopped within 45 minutes. Assistance was received during the incident from Redmond Fire & Rescue, Cloverdale Fire, and Sunriver Fire. Both residences were uninhabitable with one a total loss, and Red Cross assistance was requested for the residents. Losses are estimated in excess of 1 million dollars.
The fire is under investigation at this time.
The fire did extend into adjacent brush and trees, but was quickly stopped by fire crews. ]Wildfires and wildfire losses aren’t just in rural areas, they can occur even within City limits. Taking simple steps, such as clearing combustible material within 5 feet of the house and using non-combustible ground cover, can greatly reduce the risk of losing your home to wildfire. For more information on reducing wildfire risk, visit https://bendoregon.gov/departments/public-safety/fire-rescue/community-resources-programs/own-your-zone/
