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Wildfires threaten communities in the West as Oregon fire closes interstate, creates its own weather
BELLINGHAM, Wash. (AP) — Firefighters in the West are scrambling as wildfires threaten communities in Oregon, California and Washington, with at least one Oregon fire so large that it is creating its own weather. Interstate 84 in eastern Oregon was closed in both directions Tuesday between Ontario and Baker City as flames from the Durkee fire advanced toward the roadway in multiple locations. The Oregon Department of Transportation also closed the eastbound lanes of I-84 from Pendleton to Baker City and warned Tuesday night that travelers should expect continued highway closures in eastern Oregon as fire crews actively fight fire from the interstate. The Federal Emergency Management Agency on Monday night authorized the use of federal funds to help with firefighting costs for the lightning-caused blaze that started July 17. It had scorched nearly 375 square miles (971 square kilometers) as of Tuesday afternoon. The Durkee fire was threatening homes in and around the communities of Durkee, Huntington and Rye Valley, as well as the interstate, cell towers and power infrastructure in the area. Fire crews and equipment from 22 states were battling the blaze as of Tuesday, authorities said.
TravisMathew clothing opens first store in Oregon at Washington Square mall
TravisMathew, an upscale men’s and women’s lifestyle store from Huntington Beach, California, opened its first Oregon store in Washington Square mall on Monday, July 22. Founded in 2007, the store distinguishes itself as drawing inspiration from “laid-back living and the idea that comfort and style should always go hand in hand.” The opening marks the 54th brick-and-mortar store for the company, which offers dress-up, dress-down and active-wear styles of clothing. ...
Fire evacuates Sixth Street stores
THE DALLES — A fire evacuated Fred Meyer, Papa Murphy’s Pizza, McDonald’s and part of Super 8 last Sunday, splitting resources with a brief blaze in Hood River and a false alarm in Dallesport. Cause of the fire, which started near McDonald's at about 4:44 p.m. on...
Wind-fanned Warm Springs brush fire burns about 200 acres by old mill before crews contain it
WARM SPRINGS, Ore. (KTVZ) – A brush fire Monday afternoon behind the old Warm Springs Mill and Warm Springs Composites was fanned by high winds and burned about 200 acres before it was contained by Warm Springs and other firefighting agencies. Warm Springs Fire and Safety was dispatched shortly after 3 p.m. to the reported The post Wind-fanned Warm Springs brush fire burns about 200 acres by old mill before crews contain it appeared first on KTVZ.
Knot Fire in Chiloquin, OR, 1,200 Acres with 50% Containment, Some Level 3 “Go” Evacuations Lowered to Level “Ready” 7/22
27000 Block of Walla Walla St, Chiloquin, OR 97624. Created by NIFC • 1 day ago • Jul 21 at 2:40 PM. The fire is now 50% contained per the National Interagency Fire Center (NIFC). Katlyn C. • Reporter. 7 hours ago · Jul 22, 3:09 PM.
Wildfire threats cause campfire bans at some state parks
The increasingly dry conditions in Oregon’s forests and grasslands, partially to blame for a rash of nearly a dozen large wildfires across the state, are now impacting state parks as well. The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department announced Tuesday, July 23, it has banned campfires at most state parks in response to the dry conditions, threatening wildfires and the strain on firefighter resources as the season progresses. Campfires have been...
Oregon receives $197 million for green energy projects from EPA
(The Center Square) - The United States Environmental Protection Agency (will provide Oregon with $197 million from the taxpayer-funded federal Climate Pollution Reduction Grant program.“Reducing greenhouse gas emissions is a critical strategy to mitigate the impacts of climate change,” Governor Tina Kotek said in a statement. “When I was Speaker of the House, I fought for ambitious GHG reduction goals. This investment is not only an affirmation of Oregon’s collective efforts to combat climate change, but a significant down payment on our ability to meet our reduction goals with a statewide approach. I want to thank Oregon’s congressional delegation for...
Oregon Housing and Community Services Awarded More Than $11 Million to Increase Energy Efficiency in Affordable Housing
SALEM, Ore. — Oregon Housing and Community Services is set to receive more than $11 million in federal funding to increase energy efficiency in affordable housing. The award is part of a nearly $200 million federal grant Oregon received from the Environmental Protection Agency. “This is the largest climate...
Hayden Homes VP Deborah Flagan appointed to governor’s Regional Solutions Advisory Committee
REDMOND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Hayden Homes Vice President of Community Engagement and Giving Deborah Flagan is grateful to be selected to join Governor Tina Kotek’s Regional Solutions Advisory Committee (RSAC) for the Central Oregon Region. The appointment was announced earlier this month. The committee will provide input and recommendations...
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