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Two wildfire clusters were identified northwest of Salem, Oregon, with the first and larger ignition on Holmes Hill detected on Monday evening, followed by a second fire on Bald Hill a few hours later. Their proximity raised concerns, as both incidents developed under conditions that supported continued spread. Fire spread predictions indicated that within 24 hours, the two clusters could move closer together, increasing overall risk and complexity of the situation. This highlighted how multiple nearby ignitions can evolve rapidly and reinforced the importance of continuous monitoring and preparedness as conditions changed.