Update: BREAKING NEWS-Just released from the Harney County Sheriff's Office, suspect that was involved in yesterday's high speed vehicle chase which started in Salt Lake City, Utah has been caught. We will update when more information becomes available. (via Elkhorn...
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Satellite Images Capture Ravages of Oregon Wildfires
The Oregon wildfires have now made national news as the Cedar Creek Fire, which has quadrupled in size, is one of 21 fires currently burning in Oregon. According to NPR, the Cedar ACreek Wildfire is said to be the largest currently ablaze. Space.com recently posted...
Cedar Creek Fire in Oregon Swells to Over 92,000 Acres With 0% Contained
The Lane County Sherrif's Office has lowered evacuation levels Monday, lifting the entire Oakridge area from Level 3 (Go Now) to Level 2 (Set). North of Waldo Lake Wilderness and Eastern Lane County, as well as western Deschutes County at this time, remain at Level 3....
Portland Sued for Homeless Encampments Blocking Sidewalks
Ten Portlanders filed a class action lawsuit against the city September 6, alleging that the homeless encampments blocking the sidewalk violate the Americans with Disabilities Act. If successful, the lawsuit could force the city's hand in providing a much-needed,...
Lincoln City Oregon 2022 Fall Kite Festival to Return in October
If you're looking for an excuse to head to the Oregon Coast soon, you won't want to miss the Kite Festival in Lincoln City as we head into fall 2022. Held on the beach at the D River State Recreation Site, the annual Fall Kite Festival is a longstanding family...
Air Quality Expected to Improve Soon As 18 Wildfires Still Blaze in Northwest
As of Sunday, fires still continue to burn Across Oregon and Southwest Washington with smoke still prominent over much of the inland areas. In an effort to keep downed powerlines from sparking new wildfires, due to high winds nearly 50,000 Oregon homes and businesses...
Cedar Creek Fire Only 6-8 Miles East Of Oakridge As Of 10:05 Am Saturday
Strong easterly winds have pushed the Cedar Creek fire east of Oakridge, Oregon an additional 18,700 acres since Friday. The fire is expected to move west down the Hwy. 58 corridor, with estimates ranging from 5-10 additional miles. The cities of Oakridge and Westfir...
Vitae Springs Fire Continues to Burn in Salem With Evacuations in Place
Fires continue to worsen all over Oregon, as around 350 people are estimated to be affected by the latest evacuation Saturday morning due to the Vitae Springs in south Salem. The brush fire broke out Friday afternoon, with the Marion County Sheriff's Office placing an...
Thousands May Go Without Power Due To Extreme Fire Weather In Western Oregon
Western Oregon is facing serious drought, extreme temperatures and high winds, creating the perfect conditions for wildfires. This has caused power companies to release statements recently telling customers in many areas that they may face planned and unplanned power...
Update: Mill Fire In Weed California Now Over 3,921 Acres
Yesterday the Mill fire raged through parts of Weed California, destroying many homes and prompting evacuations in Weed, Lake Shastina, Grenada, and other nearby areas. Today the fire is over 3,921 acres, and 20 percent contained. California recently secured a FEMA...
Fire In Weed California Explodes To 900 Acres, Mandatory Evacuations, HWY 97 Closed
Today a fire broke out at a mill in Weed California. The Mill Fire quickly spread to over 900 acres, destroying many homes. #MillFire, SKU updated acreage is 1,228 acres at 14:28 hours. pic.twitter.com/xdZS2RxOcc — FIRIS (@FIRIS) September 2, 2022 The fire is...
Fatal Crash On Highway 101 In Gleneden Beach Oregon
On August 15th, 2022 at 10:21 am there was an accident involving a dump truck with three fatalities on Highway 101 at Milepost 122 in Gleneden Beach Oregon. Depoe Bay Fire, Pacific West Ambulance, North Lincoln Fire, and Lincoln County Sheriffs responded. Life flight...