Warm and dry pattern remains, heating up Friday, clouds Saturday
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – As the wildfires continue to dominate the weather headlines, the overall weather pattern in Central Oregon remains very warm and…
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Gov. Kotek orders half-staff flags to honor fallen Navy Cmdr. Gabriel Edwards
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff on July 29th, 2026, in solemn…
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Crooked River Ranch responders extinguish vehicle fire
CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore.(KTVZ) — Crews from Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue responded to a reported vehicle fire Monday evening and worked…
Continue Reading High fire danger continues this week with dry and very warm conditions
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) –Wildfire activity is dominating the forecast presentation this week as several fires continue to grow. The weather over the…
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Officials provide update as crews battle Brewer, Green Mountain, and Crosswhite West fires near Prineville
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — As of Monday, July 27th, firefighters are engaged in a persistent battle against the Brewer, Green Mountain, and…
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Central Oregon faces extreme fire behavior as Brewer, Green Mountain, and Crosswhite wildfires impact Crook County
(Update: adding video) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fire crews are battling multiple wildfires across Central Oregon, with the Brewer Fire continuing…
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Crook County schools open doors to wildfire crews battling Central Oregon fires
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County School District in Prineville is providing overnight accommodations at Crook County Middle School and…
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High fire danger continues this week with dry and very warm conditions
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) –The dry and very warm conditions have not been favorable for fire suppression. The winds yesterday allowed the Bench Fire and the…
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I have classified the wildfires in the area into two categories, the older and the newer fires. The older fires began with the lightning storms that…
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BREAKING NEWS: Evacuation Alert issued for Warm Springs Agency due to Bench Fire, Police say
UPDATE: Officials have just provided an updated concerning the fires burning near Warm Springs, prompting evacuation notices:Bench FireAcres:…
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Extreme Fire Danger Across Central Oregon: Here’s How You Can Help
Hot, dry weather, low humidity, and occasional gusty winds continue to keep fire danger very high across Central Oregon. With several active…
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Warm, Dry Week Ahead with Continued Fire Concerns
Central Oregon is settling into a warm, dry stretch of weather this week. Highs will be in the mid to upper 80s through the first half of the week…
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High fire danger this weekend, gusty at times, very warm and dry
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The weather this weekend will not be favorable for fighting fires as the winds will be in the 15 – 20 mph range and gusts may…
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Balloons Over Bend lifts off with morning launches, Night Glow events this weekend
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The annual “Balloons Over Bend” event is taking place this weekend in Central Oregon, offering morning balloon flights and…
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High fire danger this weekend, gusty at times, very warm and dry
Bend, Ore (KTVZ) – The weather this weekend will not be favorable for fighting fires as the winds will be in the 15 – 20 mph range and gusts may…
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Deschutes County Search and Rescue crews rescue two hikers in back-to-back missions
DESCHUTES COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue volunteers responded to two back-to-back missions this week,…
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Oregon health officials investigate local cyclical outbreaks during lettuce recall
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Oregon Health Authority is investigating two Oregon residents who developed Cyclospora infections. These cases are…
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Blood drive honors fallen Redmond firefighter-paramedic Michael Kienzle
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Community members rolled up their sleeves Friday to honor the life and legacy of Redmond firefighter-paramedic Michael…
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Save the Date: Balloons Over Bend returns, free plant swap, and more events happening this weekend in Central Oregon
Are you looking for something to do this weekend in Central Oregon? Kelsey Merison highlights three local events, from the return of Balloons Over…
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Sunrise Birthdays: Friday, July 24th
Here are KTVZ’s Sunrise Birthdays for Friday, July 24th. Happy Birthday! You can see more recent entries and submit an upcoming birthday to air…
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