Post-Darlene 3 Fire meeting in La Pine brings possible solutions to light, organizers say

LA PINE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Organizers with the Newberry Regional Partnership met with La Pine community members Monday night to discuss possible solutions to the growing homelessness problem in the area and the risk of wildfires it poses.

The "Darlene 3 - Seeking Solutions" community meal and meeting took place at the La Pine Activity Center, to discuss the roles various agencies take to prevent wildfires and share ideas and suggestions.

Many area residents believe the recent Darlene 3 Fire that burned close to 4,000 acres was caused by homeless living on nearby BLM land, though authorities have not specified the cause, only saying it was human-caused.

Isabella Warren is speaking with community members who attended the meeting to learn how they believe the problem can be solved. Her report is coming up tonight on NewsChannel 21 at Four.