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Extreme weather to impact weekend plans around the PNW
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Heat, haze and the chance for lightning starting and spreading new fires has prompted a KOIN 6 Weather Alert this weekend. Summer temperatures return to the mid to upper 90s Saturday as skies become increasingly more hazy. Wildfire smoke from fires already burning around the state will move into the Willamette Valley. Decrease air quality might prevent sensitive groups from spending a prolonged amount of time outdoors.
Wash. fire chiefs say gated communities slow response to fires, medical emergencies
CAMAS, Wash. — When a home is on fire or a loved one is having a medical emergency, every second counts. But firefighters say they waste valuable seconds struggling to get vehicles and first responders into gated communities. “If someone’s in cardiac arrest, if they’re not getting (chest) compressions,...
Portland Firefighters Quell Four-Alarm Blaze at Radius Recycling Plant, Air Quality Concerns Linger for North Portland Residents
A fire that erupted at Radius Recycling in North Portland spurred Portland Fire & Rescue into action on Wednesday afternoon. The blaze, climbing to a four-alarm status, saw a massive plume of smoke ascending into the sky, visible across Vancouver, Wash., and sparking a community-wide alert. The fire at the metal recycling plant located at 12005 N. Burgard Road was first reported around 1 p.m., per The Seattle Times.
Portland Fire responds to a large fire near South Water Avenue and I-5
PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Portland Fire responded to a large fire in downtown Portland. Crews were dispatched to the 7800 block of South Water Avenue. They say the fire is now extinguished. Portland Fire posted on X that this was a possible campsite on fire that extended to some...
This Nonprofit Gives Free Laptops To K-12 Kids In ID, UT, OR, & WA…No Strings Attached
CFK: bridging the digital gap for kids in ID, UT, WA & OR. Wouldn't it be amazing if every kid had the laptop they needed for school regardless of their family's income? Computers for Kids sure thinks so! Computers for Kids, Inc. (CFK) is a Pacific Northwest nonprofit based in Boise bridging the digital gap for kids in Idaho, Utah Washington, and Oregon.
Heat islands that boost temps affect majority of Portlanders
More than 70% of Portland residents live on heat islands with temperatures that feel at least 8° higher than surrounding areas, a new analysis shows. Why it matters: Urban heat islands (UHIs) are boosting temperatures within 65 major U.S. cities that are home to 50 million people, or 15% of the total U.S. population, according to Climate Central's analysis of 2024 temperatures.
OHSU’s postdoc researchers reach impasse
A unit of about 250 postdoctoral researchers represented by Oregon AFSCME on July 11 announced an impasse in bargaining over a first contract with Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU). The two sides have been negotiating since September 2023. OHSU has refused to offer raises of any amount, saying that the researchers already paid according to a federal formula for projects funded by grants from the National Institutes of Health. Once the two sides submitted formal final offers on July 12, a 30-day cooling off period began. After that, under Oregon’s public employee collective bargaining law, the postdoctoral researchers could strike.
Washington State DOT opens applications for Sustainable Aviation Grant program
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) Aviation Division recently opened the application period for the newly created Sustainable Aviation Grant program. The program funds sustainable aviation projects such as electric ground equipment, hydrogen electrolyzers and storage, hangar charging technology, and mobile battery charging technology. The program is open to any airport authority, city, county, […] The post Washington State DOT opens applications for Sustainable Aviation Grant program appeared first on Transportation Today.
Dairy Farmers Of Washington Launch “Ice Cream Trail”
WASHINGTON - The Dairy Farmers of Washington have revealed the "Washington Ice Cream Trail," featuring local ice cream, gelato, and frozen yogurt shops in the Evergreen State. From Blaine to Vancouver, the Ice Cream Trail features dozens of shops that craft their ice cream in Washington State. Each shop proudly displays the Washington Ice Cream Trail Badge, letting customers know they're getting locally-made frozen treats.
Portland sees highs near 90 Friday. Weekend looks mixed; hot Saturday, cooler Sunday
Portland hit 90 degrees Thursday and will likely see the same temps Friday as high pressure continues to dominate the weather patterns. The National Weather Service says the region will undergo a shift in the weather likely beginning Sunday, but until then, temps will stay on the warm side with a 60-80% probability of Portland reaching the mid 90s on Saturday.
Weather Impact Alert Day on Saturday for high temperatures in Portland metro area
PORTLAND, Ore. — High temperatures return to the Portland area on Saturday with the forecast showing a high of 95 degrees. KGW is issuing a Weather Impact Alert Day for Saturday, as temperatures in the mid-90s will be uncomfortably hot. Temperatures are expected to drop into the upper 80s Sunday with cooler air returning next week.
Level Three (Go Now!) evacuation order for recreation areas east of Sweet Home due to Pyramid Fire
LINN COUNTY, Ore. -- The Linn County Sheriff's Office has issued a Level Three (Go Now!) evacuation orders for a large part of the Sweet Home Ranger District of the Willamette National Forest due to a wildfire. According to LCSO, the Pyramid Fire is burning east of Sweet Home. The...
Man arrested after shooting through door, standoff at Portland apartment
PORTLAND Ore. (KPTV) - A maintenance worker called law enforcement and said he was screamed at by someone inside their apartment and was shot at through the door in Portland on Friday. The maintenance worker was unhurt. According to the police, the suspect surrendered and was arrested after an hours-long...
Portland FBI chief visits Bend, discusses election security
With the general election less than four months away, security is on the minds of voters. FBI Portland field office Special Agent in Charge Doug Olson was in Bend Friday to discuss the agency's efforts for election security. Earlier this year, the FBI held an internal tabletop exercise with state...
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