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Welcome to our Oregon News category, where we bring you the latest and most relevant news stories from the beautiful state of Oregon. From the stunning Pacific coastline to the rugged Cascade Mountains, Oregon is home to a wealth of natural beauty, diverse communities, and exciting cultural events.

With 1.3 Million Acres Burned, Oregon Is About To Set A New Wildfire Record

Oregon's wildfire season shows no signs of slowing, with 1.3 million acres already burned or currently burning across the state, and 34 large fires still active. Five of these fires have each consumed over 100,000 acres. Via the Idaho Capital Sun, Carol Connolly, spokesperson for the Northwest...

Rapidly Growing NE Oregon Wildfire Engulfs 10,000 Acres, Prompts Evacuations

As an Oregonian, it's hard to believe the sheer number of fires currently ravaging our beautiful state. The Town Gulch Fire in Baker County, now estimated at a staggering 10,000 acres, is just one of the latest in a series of relentless blazes. According to KTVZ, Governor Tina Kotek has invoked...

Raging Wildfire Near Madras Surpasses 5,000 Acres, 0% Contained

As reported by Central Oregon Daily News, a wildfire that started Sunday night northwest of Madras, exhibiting what Forest Service officials describe as "extreme fire behavior," grew to 5,093 acres by Tuesday morning and remains 0% contained. Crews worked through the night to hold the lines on the...

Wildfire Near Madras Reaches 3,000 Acres, Emergency Act Invoked

As reported by Central Oregon Daily News, a wildfire ignited Sunday night northwest of Madras after lightning strikes and strong winds swept through the area. By Monday morning, the blaze had expanded to 3,000 acres, prompting Level 3 "Go Now" evacuations in certain areas. Governor Tina Kotek has...

Missing Oregon Pilot And Firefighting Tanker Found – Crashed

On Thursday evening July 25th, a tanker plane that was fighting wildfires in Eastern Oregon went missing. The plane and pilot were reported missing at 6:50 PM after it was sent out to fight the Falls Fire near Seneca, Oregon. Grant County Search And Rescue was able to locate the downed aircraft on...
Oregon Retiree Strikes Gold with $1M Powerball Win!

Oregon Retiree Strikes Gold with $1M Powerball Win!

In a thrilling revelation, a resident of Mill City, Oregon recently discovered a golden ticket worth $1 million! This captivating tale unfolds from a simple routine check on the Powerball numbers, which has now turned the life of one retiree and his wife upside-down,...

Troutdale Family of Four Perish in Deschutes County Collision

Troutdale Family of Four Perish in Deschutes County Collision

As reported by The Oregonian, a somber atmosphere has enveloped Deschutes County following a harrowing multi-vehicle collision that took the lives of four members from one family on Thursday evening. The details, confirmed over the weekend by Oregon State Police,...

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