FIRE ALERT: Emergency Conflagration Act Initiated for Fires in Jefferson County
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act on Friday, July 25, for the Bench and Beachcomb Fires in Jefferson…
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Emergency crews battle two separate fires in Bend on Sunday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Two separate fires kept Bend emergency crews busy today, including a brush fire behind the Red Lion Hotel on Butler Market Road…
Continue Reading FIRE ALERT: Deschutes County reduces evacuation levels for Akawa Butte Fire, Level 3 still in place for some areas
(Update: adding additional information from Akawa Butte fire official) SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — As of Sunday, July 26th: Fire crews are expected to…
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Central Oregon Fire provides update on efforts and conditions for multiple wildfires in region
CENTRAL OREGON, Ore. (KTVZ) — As of Sunday, July 26th: Stage 2 public use fire restrictions are in effect today across all Central Oregon public…
Continue Reading FIRE ALERT: Update on Rowe Creek Complex wildfire near Fossil
FOSSIL, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Rowe Creek Complex wildfire, which started on July 15th, 2026, due to lightning near Fossil, Oregon, has grown to 208,759…
Continue Reading FIRE ALERT: Little Buck Fire jumps Highway 218 near Clarno amid Red Flag Warning
CONDON, Ore. (KTVZ) — Yesterday, on Saturday, strong winds during a Red Flag Warning caused significant growth on the Little Buck Fire, part of the…
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Officials provide update on Brewer, Green Mountain, and Crosswhite West Fires
(Update: adding information from officials provided on July 26th) PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters are working to contain the Brewer, Green…
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Crane High School opens for livestock evacuations in Harney County
HARNEY COUNTY, Ore. (KTVZ) — Harney County Sheriff’s Office notified the public via social media that Crane High School has a half acre available…
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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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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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Fire intensifies near Sisters, Oregon with wind and heat driving new activity
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fire activity intensified today near Sisters, Ore., with short-range spotting occurring in the southeast part of the fire.…
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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…
Continue Reading FIRE ALERT: Progress Update on Central Oregon Wildfires Released, Here’s the latest as of Saturday Evening
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Firefighters in Central Oregon are actively managing multiple wildfires today as red flag warning conditions, including gusty…
Continue Reading FIRE ALERT: Ochoco National Forest Emergency Closures Due to Wildfires
PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Ochoco National Forest expanded emergency area closures yesterday at 5:00 p.m. due to critical fire activity on…
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This Just In: Idaho climber missing on Mt. Jefferson
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Jared John Empey, a 37-year-old climber from Kuna, Idaho, is missing after falling on Mount Jefferson last Friday. Recovery…
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Jefferson County Fair offers new attractions, sheriff’s trading cards
MADRAS, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Jefferson County Fair is currently underway, offering classic fair attractions and entertainment despite ongoing wildfires…
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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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Decision 2026: Petition to ban hunting and fishing in Oregon fails to make November ballot
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — According to the Oregon Secretary of State’s Office, IP-28 – also known as Initiative Petition 28, failed to gather enough…
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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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Gov. Tina Kotek’s addresses the latest on the Akawa Butte Fire
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) — Gov. Tina Kotek visited Central Oregon Friday to tour the Akawa Butte Fire, announcing federal approval for a Fire Management…
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