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...
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...
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...
Until 2017, the incomparable Oneonta Gorge on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge was accessible to the public and a much-beloved spot to visit during the hot summer months. The Eagle Creek Fire started by illegal fireworks on September 2 of that year changed...
"The Breitenbush Hot Springs is a getaway that is sure to please anyone who’s looking to escape for the weekend in Oregon" is how we opened a popular 2016 article on the Breitenbush Hot Springs Resort. Breitenbush Hot Springs in Oregon Enter 2020's devastating fire...
In 2017 a large portion of the Columbia River Gorge was damaged during the Eagle Creek Fire, a 49 thousand acre fire caused by firecrackers thrown by a 15-year-old boy. The fire was incredibly destructive and caused long term closures to popular scenic hiking trails....
Thursday afternoon lightning storms swept across much of Oregon, causing 140 wildfires. Crews were dispatched to suppress the fires, and are still working to put some of the larger fires out today. Lightning Adds To Oregon Wildfire Count Rain that came with the...
I have to admit I've never seen a campfire quite as efficient as this, described by former biology teacher turned outdoor enthusiast and YouTuber Bob Hansler. How many times have you camped on a cold night only to be jolted awake by the frigid air because your fire...