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Seasons of smoke: As research probes long-term effects, here’s how to ease exposure
Summer in the West is becoming a season of house arrest, as smoke from wildfires chokes the skies ...
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Blue Mountain Complex fire shows progress but the battle continues
HEPPNER — Fire crews made progress battling against major wildfires and hot spots west and southwest of Ukiah, ...
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State, local officials huddle over wildfire damages
SALEM — Leaders from throughout Eastern Oregon met recently with state officials to get what amounted to a refresher course ...
Wildfires
Firefighters from Australia, New Zealand to help suppress Oregon fires
BAKER CITY — Firefighters from Australia and New Zealand plan to arrive in August to help Oregon and ...
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Umatilla Electric Cooperative taking proactive approach to wildfire mitigation
HERMISTON — The term “wildfire mitigation” has gained increasing attention, but Umatilla Electric Cooperative has been well-acquainted with ...
Wildfires
Oregon’s new wildfire hazard map has few changes after yearlong makeover
A statewide “wildfire risk map” that drew the ire of many Oregonians will return in several weeks with ...
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State Fire Marshal offers $250 grants to renters, homeowners for wildfire defensible space
SALEM — The State Fire Marshal is offering grants of $250 to help property owners in 50 communities ...
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Oregon needs more money to fight wildfires. Who should pay for it?
The Oregon Department of Forestry needs more and consistent funding to fight wildfires. That much was clear following ...
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OSFM says Bensel wildfire has been extinguished
HERMISTON — Oregon State Fire Marshal officials said Monday, Sept. 4, that the wildfire that began Sunday near ...
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Wildfire’s Level 3 evacuations downgraded, roads re-opened
HERMISTON — According to the Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office, all Level 3 evacuations related to the wildfire that ...