CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue crews responded to a reported lightning strike during Thursday night’s thunderstorms (July 22nd). The agency reminds you that lightning can ignite vegetation and create fire hazards. If you see smoke or fire following a storm, call 911 immediately.
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TUMALO, Ore. (KTVZ) Happening next weekend, head on out to Tumalo Lavender for the first annual Tumalo Lavender Festival from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.! On Saturday, August 1st, the fields will be in peak bloom and it promises to be a colorful community celebration, including u-cut lavender bouquets, local artisan vendors, food trucks, live music, and family-friendly
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As summer flies by, the school year quickly approaches. For Bend-La Pine Schools, new bus riders, kindergarten students, and their families are invited to learn about bus safety and take a spin on a school bus during the Ready, Set, Ride! bus safety programs. During the events, families will watch a short
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Thursday, July 23rd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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The air quality for Central Oregon is registering in the Hazardous range from time to time in a variety of locations. The wildfires continue to throw off the smoke and are widely spread throughout Central Oregon, so all will be impacted by the smoke at one time or another. The Local Alert Weather Days are
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(KTVZ) — Poor air quality caused by wildfire smoke in Central Oregon is leading to significant health concerns, according to Saint Charles’ Head of Pulmonary Medicine. This includes severe and persistent coughs in otherwise healthy individuals and a heightened risk of cardiac events. Wildfire smoke contains tiny particles that can enter the lungs and then
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Bend Fire and Rescue is currently receiving numerous public inquiries concerning wildfire safety, emergency alerts and evacuation plans amid local smoke and fire conditions. Officials are advising residents to sign up for Deschutes County Alerts and to practice potential evacuation routes. Many residents are worried about knowing when to evacuate during
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Wildfire smoke has been hanging over much of Central Oregon this week, but in Jefferson County on Wednesday, the focus shifted to something far more festive: opening day at the Jefferson County Fair. Families filled the fairgrounds in Madras as exhibitors proudly showed the animals they’ve spent months raising and caring
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SUNRIVER, Ore. (KTVZ) — A sudden and powerful storm swept through parts of Sunriver Wednesday afternoon, toppling trees, blocking roads and briefly trapping vehicles near the Sunriver Airport. According to Chuck Rosenfeld, who identified himself as part of the Sunriver Citizen Patrol, the storm hit around 3 p.m. following a thunderstorm that brought heavy rain
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CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crook County commissioners declared a state of emergency Wednesday as multiple wildfires continue burning across the county and surrounding region, citing exhausted local resources and ongoing threats to public safety. The emergency declaration, approved during a special meeting of the Crook County Board of Commissioners on July 22nd, comes as
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(Update: adding link to Genasys Protect, video) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fire officials and the Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office have elevated more areas of the Akawa Butte Fire to Level 3 (Go Now) evacuation as of 4:00 p.m. today, Wednesday, July 22. New zones have also been added to Level one (Be Ready) as hot
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Redmond woman charged with killing her mother last summer appeared in court Tuesday for a status hearing, where a trial date was set in a case that has seen multiple delays. Jessica Andersch appeared remotely in Deschutes County Circuit Court before Judge Wells Ashby on Tuesday afternoon. Court records show
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — State officials are urging Oregonians to plan ahead, stay informed and travel prepared as wildfire activity increases across Oregon during the 2026 season. Hazardous driving conditions, severely reduced visibility and worsening air quality are resulting from the fires. The Oregon Department of Transportation, Ore. Department of Emergency Management, Ore. Department of
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Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – There are a number of issues today as far as the weather as it relates to the fire fighting efforts. The smoke being generated by the fires yesterday and overnight restricted the air attacks on some of the fires, more specifically the Akawa Fire near Sisters. That fire grew to nearly
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REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Redmond School District Nutrition Services has temporarily suspended most of its Summer Meals service at public meal sites. The suspension is a direct response to unhealthy air quality conditions in the area. The district implemented the temporary suspension to protect the health and safety of its staff, volunteers, and families. Only
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WHEELER COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Rowe Creek Fire, a complex of 12 separate blazes, continues to burn near Mitchell, straining firefighting resources across Oregon. Close to 600 personnel are battling the fire, which has left significant burn scars near the Painted Hills and reached the Fossil Beds National Monument. Statewide Resource Strain The state
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Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Wednesday, July 22nd. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air at: https://ktvz.com/share/sunrise-birthdays/.
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MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A Jefferson County resident died in an ATV accident on private property while attempting to protect his home from the advancing Brewer Fire. Stacy Chiddix, 58, was operating his personal ATV on steep terrain when he was ejected. The ATV subsequently overturned and pinned him underneath. Friends who were with Mr.
Continue Reading Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The Local Alert Weather Team has issued a Local Alert Weather Day for Today and Wednesday due to the dangerous air quality issues impacting Central Oregon. The wildfires have been generating significant smoke today with several locations spiking in the very unhealthy range. Bend is generally in the very unhealthy range
Continue Reading Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The Local Alert Weather Team has issued a Local Alert Weather Day for Today due to the dangerous air quality issues impacting Central Oregon. Also, strong storms are likely today and will generate gusty winds that will be impacting the fire fighting efforts. Firefighters will be aggressively attacking all area fires,
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