Horseshoe Fire Today — A brush fire known as the Horseshoe Fire was noted Thursday, Aug. 27, 2026, along Highway 104 near Rocktogo Road in Jefferson County, Washington, prompting emergency crews to respond and the closure of the highway in both directions.
East Jefferson Fire Rescue (EJFR) reported at approximately 2:45 p.m. that crews were responding to a brush fire along Highway 104. Firefighters initially stated flames covering an area of approximately 50 feet by 50 feet in brush below power lines.
Another brush fire was also noted on the north side of Highway 104. Because of the emergency response and fire activity, Highway 104 was closed in both directions. Officials urged motorists and members of the public to avoid the area.
The fire was indicated west of the Hood Canal Bridge and a few miles south of Port Ludlow, with the highway closure occurring east of Highway 19. Emergency crews continued working in the area as the incident developed.
By approximately 3:29 p.m., Washington Weather Chasers reported that the Horseshoe Fire had grown to an estimated five acres. The summary also noted a substantial hot spot detected through infrared satellite technology.
A Black Hawk helicopter was indicated circling the fire and was believed to be assisting with firefighting efforts, although the information gave did not include an official confirmation of its specific operation. Highway 104 remained closed in both directions as crews continued responding.
The cause of the Horseshoe Fire had not been supplied in the information available. No injuries, fatalities, evacuations, or affirmed property damage were reported in the details provided.
Community members and motorists in the area were urged to avoid Highway 104 near the fire and allow emergency personnel to conduct suppression operations safely. The latest reported status indicated that crews remained actively engaged with the fire and that the highway closure was still in effect.
