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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...
Medford Livability Team wins award from Medford Parks and Rec
The award was given for the team's impact on livability by reducing crime along the Bear Creek Greenway and downtown. Medford Police Department’s Livability Team received the Community Service Group award from Medford Parks and Recreation. The team accepted the award last week during the city council meeting on Thursday.
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...
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.
"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 hurting to stay afloat in recent months, with inflation and a reduction in business coming in, some losing up to 20% of their average customer base. In response to recent struggles for Ashland restaurants, Clarinda Merripen, the owner of the Black...
Knot Fire Near Chiloquin, OR, Evacuation Orders Level 3 “Go” & Level 2 “Set” 7/21
27000 Block of Walla Walla St, Chiloquin, OR 97624. The Knot Fire is burning near Walla Walla Rd, approximately 3 miles east-northeast of the town of Sprague River. The fire is estimated at 50+ acres. Observed fire behavior is wind-driven. Approximately 20-30 structures are threatened. Multiple resources are on scene with additional resources on order – per South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership.
Feds say new investments in Oregon sage grouse habitat paying off, but conservationists disagree
Work to restore imperiled sage grouse habitat in southeast Oregon is moving faster than Tracy Stone-Manning had imagined a year into massive federal investments in landscape restoration. Stone-Manning, director of the U.S. Bureau of Land Management, recently visited the agency’s Lakeview field office and federal land near burns to see a spring and a lake […] The post Feds say new investments in Oregon sage grouse habitat paying off, but conservationists disagree appeared first on Oregon Capital Chronicle.
Update: Oregon under a heat advisory until Monday night
On Monday at 9:18 a.m. the National Weather Service issued an updated heat advisory in effect until 10 p.m. for Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, Grande Ronde Valley, John Day Basin and Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon as well as Wallowa County. The weather service adds to...
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