MEDFORD, Ore. (Jul, 17, 2026) — Smoke from the East Evans Creek Fire has settled into the Rogue Valley, leading to reduced air quality across much of Jackson County as firefighters continue battling the growing wildfire.
Most communities are experiencing degraded air quality, with conditions ranging from moderate to unhealthy depending on location and shifting smoke patterns. Air quality can change rapidly throughout the day as winds and fire activity evolve.
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality’s Air Quality Advisory remains in effect until at least 8 p.m. Friday, with officials warning that smoke levels may continue to fluctuate.
Medford Alert News is monitoring conditions and will continue providing updates as new air quality information becomes available.
7/17/26 1:00P AQI UPDATE:
MEDFORD: Unhealthy 159
ASHLAND: Unhealthy 164
CENTRAL POINT: Very Unhealthy 233
EAGLE POINT: Moderate 95
WHITE CITY: Unhealthy 151
PHOENIX: Unhealthy 152
TALENT: Unhealthy 168
JACKSONVILLE: Unhealthy 155
SHADY COVE: Moderate 58
ROGUE RIVER: Moderate 54
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