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Update: Air quality alert in effect for S. Oregon Tuesday
An updated air quality alert was issued in effect until Tuesday at 5:45 p.m. for Douglas, Jackson, Josephine and Klamath counties. According to the National Weather Service, "Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Pollution Advisory until at least Wednesday. The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory for Jackson, Josephine, Klamath, and eastern Douglas counties due to numerous wildfires burning in the region. DEQ also expected intermittent smoke in Lake County through at least Wednesday due to smoke from the Diamond Complex Fire. The wildfire smoke combined with forecast conditions will cause air quality levels to fluctuate and could be at unhealthy levels. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on the weather. Smoke can irritate the eyes and lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. People can take the following precautions to protect their health: - Follow local burn restrictions to prevent deteriorating air quality. - Avoid strenuous outdoor activity during periods of poor air quality. - People with heart or lung problems and young children are especially vulnerable. These people should stay indoors while smoke levels are high. - Use certified High Efficiency Particulate Air (HEPA) filters in indoor heating, ventilation, cooling and air purification systems. - Avoid using wood-burning stoves and other sources of indoor smoke if possible. DEQs color-coded Air Quality Index provides current air quality conditions and ranks air quality as follows: Green is good. Yellow is moderate. Orange is unhealthy for sensitive groups such as children, the elderly, pregnant women and those with respiratory conditions. Red is unhealthy for everyone. Purple is very unhealthy for all groups. Maroon is hazardous."
Oregon to get nearly $200 million from feds to fight climate change and pollution
Oregon will receive $197 million from the federal government to build more electric-vehicle charging stations, incentivize homebuilders to install heat pumps and reduce methane emitted from landfills, among other measures designed to target climate change and pollution, state and federal officials said Monday. The money is coming through a grant...
The heat continues, fire danger remains high, air quality is poor, 80s late week
The pattern of heat and dry conditions continue through the middle of the week as highs will stay above 90° until Wednesday. The record of 19 consecutive days over 90 was tied today and we will re-write the record books tomorrow. In fact, we continue to monitor several records that will fall this month as we are on pace for the hottest July ever in Bend.
SUNDAY UPDATE: Fire agencies, state fire agencies fighting several wildfires across our region
REGIONAL - In Washington and in Oregon, fire agencies across our region are battling several wildfires. Some have been burning for days while others continue to pop up due to the hot, dry and windy conditions. Information on these fires is constantly changing. We will work to bring you the latest as soon as possible.
State officials report disturbing death toll amid heat wave: 'We are looking at the potential for breaking more records'
Studies show that our warming world increases the frequency and intensity of deadly heat waves. Heat waves have hit the Pacific Northwest this summer and are suspected of causing at least 16 deaths in Oregon alone, the Guardian reported. The actual number of heat-related deaths might be higher since experts say heat-related deaths are undercounted, as USA Today has noted.
Prepare for strong thunderstorms and winds with outflow in Oregon Sunday evening
The National Weather Service issued a weather alert at 5:26 p.m. on Sunday for strong thunderstorms and winds with outflow until 6 p.m. for Oregon Lower Treasure Valley as well as Baker and Malheur counties. Residents can anticipate wind gusts of up to 40 mph. "At 5:20 p.m., Doppler radar...
Boaters reminded of duties after an incident
The Oregon State Marine Board wants to remind boaters that it’s state law to help and render aid in cases where another boat is swamped, capsizes or is involved in another incident with property damage or personal injury. It’s also about being a “good neighbor” on the water. Failure to fulfill the duties of the boat operator (ORS 830.475) could result in a Class A misdemeanor citation. In cases where the boat operator leaves the scene of a boat accident where there is personal injury...
Old Baldy Fire, Near Grants Pass, Lined & Soon to Be Containeed 7/21
Per Incident Command the fire is 100% lined and is being mopped. Final fire size is 1.5 acres. Per Old Baldy Incident Command the fire size is 1-1/2 acres and holding. The Old Baldy Fire, located in the hills between Wimer and Grants Pass in Josephine County. It’s estimated to be one acre and is burning on a ridgetop. Aircraft will likely be key on this fire, as it may be difficult to access.
Pig pens removed from Josephine County Fairgrounds
GRANTS PASS, Ore. — The Leadership Association operating under the Oregon State University’s Extension Office packed up and removed pig pens from the Josephine County Fairgrounds and locals aren’t too happy. Earlier this month the Josephine County Commissioners voted to stop funding Oregon State University’s extension service...
'One bad month can really put a hole in us,' Ashland restaurants face drastic drops in business
ASHLAND, Ore. – Restaurants in Ashland say they are struggling to stay afloat in recent months. With inflation and a reduction in business coming in, some say they are losing up to 20% of their average customer base. In response to recent struggles for Ashland restaurants, Clarinda Merripen, the...
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