Fire Alert: Crook County Wildfires
Fire: Coyote FireAcres: 17,448Containment: 89%Evacuations: Level 2 | Level 1 Fire: Henry FireAcres: 29,888.5Containment: 97%Evacuations: Level 2 |…
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Fire Alert: Deschutes County Wildfires
Fire: Akawa Butte FireAcres: 27,491Containment: 99% 🟢 Level 1 – BE READY to evacuate. Be aware of danger in the area. Stay…
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Fire Alert: Harney County Wildfires
Fire: Bald Mtn FireAcres: 78,070Containment: 55%Evacuations: Level 1 Fire: Coleman Creek FireAcres: 309,803Containment: 70%Evacuations: Level 3 |…
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Fire Alert: Jefferson County Wildfires
Fire: Akawa Butte FireAcres: 27,491Containment: 99% Fire: Bench FireAcres: 67,079.5Containment: 84% Fire: Rowe Creek ComplexAcres:…
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Fire Alert: Evacuation Levels
🟢 Level 1 – BE READY to evacuate. Be aware of danger in the area. Stay informed: Sign up for emergency alerts with your…
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Highway 26 between Prineville and Mitchell remains closed, possibly through the weekend
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Right now, if you plan to drive through Central Oregon, plan for continued delays. U.S. Highway 26 remains closed…
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Fire restrictions remain in effect on Oregon and Washington BLM lands
OREGON (KTVZ) — Fire restrictions remain in effect on all BLM public lands in Oregon and Washington as wildfire activity continues. BLM…
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Oregon fire officials warn drivers of rising wildfire dangers
OREGON (KTVZ) — Fire officials are reminding motorists to exercise caution behind the wheel as wildfire danger continues. One small spark can start…
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Wildfire staffing grant helps Crooked River Ranch Fire balance local calls with statewide deployments
(Update: adding comments from OSFM, Crooked River Ranch Fire & Rescue, video) CROOKED RIVER RANCH, Ore. (KTVZ) — As firefighters are sent across…
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Highway 26 closed near Prineville due to wildfire operations
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Happening now, Highway 26 is closed east of Prineville to wildfire operations. Only emergency personnel are allowed…
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Could Spokane-style fire spread happen in Central Oregon?
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A wind-driven wildfire complex in Spokane has forced about 65,000 people to evacuate and destroyed at least 700 homes and…
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How Central Oregonians can help Spokane wildfire recovery — and prepare for the next disaster
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Nearly 65,000 people have been evacuated from their homes in Washington state as wildfires cause widespread destruction. The…
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FEMA approves federal funds for Oregon’s Rowe Creek Complex – West Zone fire
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Federal Emergency Management Agency authorized federal funds yesterday to assist with firefighting costs for the Rowe Creek…
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‘Particularly dangerous weather’: Round Butte Fire quickly reaches 1,039 acres in Jefferson County
(Update: adding comments from fire official, updates, and video) MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Round Butte Fire is one of the newest of several…
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Update: Oregon State Marine Board Provides Update Concerning Lake Billy Chinook Recreational Guidelines
UPDATE: The Oregon State Marine Board has updated their guidance concerning Lake Billy Chinook, below is their updated press release. CORRECTION:…
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Inside the lines: Redmond Air Tanker Base
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Redmond Air Tanker Base has pumped more than 1 million gallons of retardant in the last two weeks, reaching its typical…
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Sky Hawk Ranch in Redmond open 24/7 for emergency pet evacuations
CROOK COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Crook County Sheriff’s Office is reminding residents of a place to go if they need to evacuate their animals. It…
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Warm Springs Animal Relief Fund launched to help animals impacted by Bench Fire
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) — A coalition of animal welfare groups and veterinarians has launched the Warm Springs Animal Relief Fund to support…
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Problem Solvers: Price concerns rise as Central Oregon evacuees search for hotels amid wildfire evacuations
(Update: adding comments from Red Cross) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — As wildfire evacuations continue across Central Oregon, some evacuees say they were…
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Oregon launches 24/7 wildfire hotline to help residents affected by fires, smoke
OREGON (KTVZ) — Oregonians affected by wildfires or poor air quality can now access a dedicated statewide hotline for support 24 hours a day, seven…
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