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UPDATE: Evacuation Order Lifted For Santiam Canyon
(September 19, 2017, 5:10 pm) DETROIT Ore. Recent rainfall has reduced the fire danger

Update: Today in cooperation with fire officials and Marion County Emergency Management the decision was made to move the Breitenbush Hot Springs and the Breitenbush summer homes to a level 1 or a ready evacuation state.


Evacuation Order Stays in Place For Santiam Canyon
(September 18, 2017, 6:02 pm) DETROIT Ore. The Current Rain is Not Enough to Stop the Fire Threat Yet

On Sept. 14 the Marion County Commissioners issued a level 3 evacuation order for Breitenbush Hot Springs and the Breitenbush Summer Homes. The decision was made after weather experts determined a risk for thunder and lightening in the Santiam Canyon.


Level 3 Evacuation Ordered for Breitenbush Area
(September 14, 2017, 5:23 pm) DETROIT Ore. Level Three Means Leave Immediately

Today, the Marion County Board of Commissioners authorized a Level 3 evacuation notice for areas of Breitenbush Hot Springs and Breitenbush summer homes. Level three means it is recommended they evacuate immediately.


Christopher Glen Wilson Photo: OSP
Utah Man Arrested for Wildland Arson OSP Seeks Assistance
(September 12, 2017, 9:33 am) LA PINE, Ore.

On August 29, 2017, an investigation began into four wildland fires that occurred along the Highway 97 between the area of Lava River Cave and Mile Post 180 south of La Pine, Oregon. Through a collaborative law enforcement effort and information obtained from the public, a suspect was developed.


Photo by Aumsville Fire
A Busy Weekend for Aumsville Fire Dept.
(September 11, 2017, 10:33 am) Aumsville, Ore The Volunteers From Aumsville Fire Worked Three Multi Alarm Fires in 24 Hours

Following a long Saturday night assisting Stayton Fire with a 3rd-alarm wildland fire on Fir Grove Lane SE, the Volunteers Fire Fighters of Aumsville Fire District responded to two multiple-alarm fires on Sunday. Making this a busy weekend for these Men and Women. Thanks to them!

 


Massive Closure of Hood River County Forest
(September 5, 2017, 10:29 pm) HOOD RIVER, Ore Due to the extreme risk of fire, fire danger, lack of resources

Due to the extreme risk of fire, fire danger, lack of resources to fight additional fires and in the interest of public safety, the County Forest Manager recommended the closure of all Hood River County Forestland, Forest Roads, and Forest Trails to all recreational use until further notice.


The Fire Danger is Very Extreme
Eagle Creek Fire Investigators Seeking Public's Assistance
(September 5, 2017, 4:03 pm) HOOD RIVER, Ore.

The suspect has been identified as a fifteen year old male from Vancouver, Washington using fireworks. The American Red Cross more than 250 people at two shelters in the area. Evacuation orders have been issued for many areas.


Eagle Creek fire photo: OSP
Governor Invokes Emergency Conflagration Act for Eagle Creek Fire
(September 3, 2017, 5:25 pm) SALEM, Ore. The cause of the Eagle Creek fire has been determined to have been man-made

Governor Kate Brown invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act in response to the Eagle Creek Fire in the Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area at 2:44 p.m. today.


From OSP
Fiery Crash Sends Man to Hospital
(September 1, 2017, 1:57 pm) SALEM, Ore

A fiery crash on I-5 in Albany just after midnight sent one man to a Portland hospital. A passing motorist stopped and helped pull the driver from the vehicle before it became fully engulfed in flames.   I-5 northbound was closed until the fire could be extinguished 


Be Ready to Get Out
Level 1 Evacuation Notice For Breitenbush Hot Springs Area
(August 30, 2017, 6:27 pm) SALEM, Ore A Level 1 Evacuation Means “BE READY” for Potential Evacuation

Today, the Marion County Board of Commissioners authorized a Level 1 Evacuation notice for the Breitenbush Hot Springs resort area and a portion of the Willamette National Forest. A Level 2 Evacuation notice would also be authorized if necessary.


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