There’s Good News: Oregon National Guard helps fight Hagen Fire in Umatilla County
UMATILLA COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Oregon National Guard crews are making a big difference in the fight against the Hagen Fire in Umatilla County. Black…
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Oregon officials urge extreme caution as wildfires stretch resources
OREGON (KTVZ) — Right now, fire officials are asking Oregonians to use extreme caution as wildfires continue burning across the state and…
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Highway 26 between Prineville and Mitchell reopens following closure due to wildfires in the area
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Highway 26 between Prineville and Mitchell reopened Thursday, August 13th, following a closure due to wildfires. The Crook…
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Oregon officials urge residents to prioritize mental health during wildfire season
OREGON (KTVZ) — As wildfires and smoke continue to impact Oregon, health officials are reminding people to take care of their mental health, too.…
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Oregon flags to fly at half-staff Friday to honor man killed fighting Wright Springs Fire
OREGON (KTVZ) — Today, Gov. Tina Kotek ordered flags at Oregon public institutions to be flown at half-staff on Aug. 14, in honor of contractor…
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“There at the right time”: Private patrol officer helps rescue sleeping woman from Bend apartment fire
(Update: adding video, interview with patrol officer) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A private patrol officer may have helped save a Bend woman’s life after…
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Smokey Bear celebrates 82nd birthday in Central Oregon with wildfire prevention message
(Update: adding video) BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Central Oregonians gathered at the Cascade Lakes Welcome Station on Sunday to celebrate Smokey Bear’s…
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RV fire in East Redmond injures one person
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) — A trailer fire on undeveloped land east of Redmond one person and left the fire district with no available emergency…
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FIRE ALERT: Crescent Butte Fire has now burned 194 acres in Klamath County
(Update – August 9, 2026: Crescent Butte Fire has now burned 194 acres) CRESCENT, Ore. (KTVZ) — Crews responded to a reported vegetation fire on…
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Senator Ron Wyden reacts to new federal tax exemption passed as Oregon faces record wildfire season
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Doug LaMalfa Federal Disaster Tax Relief Certainty Act passed the U.S. Senate, providing a tax exemption for wildfire…
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Smoke from Central Oregon fires expected to impact air quality
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — Smoke from several active wildfires is expected to bring unhealthy air quality to parts of Central Oregon, with the heaviest…
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FIRE ALERT: Hidden Forest Fire Burning in Southern Deschutes County, Evacuation Orders Implemented
Update: The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office has shared new images from the Hidden Forest Fire. Update: KTVZ News viewer David Copeland shared these…
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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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