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Many new wildfire starts, especially in the Cascades and Blue Mountains of Oregon, thanks to a dry thunderstorm outbreak yesterday and overnight.

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A map showing wildfires in the greater Northwest showing dozens of new fire starts mainly in Oregon over the last 24 hours.
July 16, 2026 at 3:13 PM
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OREGON: “Year in reflection: Ranchers face long recovery after wildfires” www.axios.com/local/portla... - @axios.com

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Ranchers face long recovery after Oregon wildfires
The fires may be out, but rebuilding is just beginning.
www.axios.com
December 18, 2024 at 9:20 PM
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“Oregon researchers say wildfires can create cancer-causing compounds in soil” www.klcc.org/environment/... - @klccoregon.bsky.social

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Oregon researchers say wildfires can create cancer-causing compounds in soil
University of Oregon researchers say wildfires can form cancer-causing compounds in the soils they burn through.
www.klcc.org
January 2, 2026 at 2:45 PM
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Out there, Owyhee County Idaho. #fire #IDfire #ORfire #publiclands
August 24, 2026 at 8:25 PM
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Every time I do one of these maps for y'all. I regret it about halfway through...

Fire Temp RGB Image from GOES-West Satellite as of Aug 1 at 8 pm Mountain
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#SpokaneFire

Reply with any questions/comments about this or any fire, and I'll answer as best I can.
GOES-WEST Fire Temperature RGB imagery of the fires in the North West as of 8pm Moutain
August 2, 2026 at 2:04 AM
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“Oregon’s Miracle Mile: How a devastating wildfire led to environmental restoration” www.oregonlive.com/environment/... - @oregonian.com

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Oregon’s Miracle Mile: How a devastating wildfire led to environmental restoration
A wildfire burned away invasive blackberry bushes and revealed 16 streams that benefit wildlife.
www.oregonlive.com
November 3, 2025 at 7:20 AM
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Here's a wind map for 3-5 pm today; the circled area is (roughly) the area of most concern that has triggered the "PDS" (Particularly Dangerous Situation) enhanced Red Flag Warning.

Hot, Dry, 50mph gusts.

The stars are aligned for a spicy fire day across the NW. #IdahoFire #ORFire #WAFire
Windy map showing the worst areas of wind expected this afternoon, focused on Eastern and Central Washington and Central Oregon
August 1, 2026 at 4:44 PM
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OREGON: “The Trump administration has denied two of Gov. Tina Kotek’s requests for firefighting-assistance grants as wildfires ravage eastern Oregon.” www.oregonlive.com/wildfires/20... - @oregonian.com

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Trump administration denies emergency funding for 2 Oregon wildfires
U.S. Sens. Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley have sent a letter to the federal agency expressing frustration with the decision.
www.oregonlive.com
July 29, 2026 at 9:40 PM
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BEND, OREGON: “BurnBots at work: Bend Fire using robots to clear wildfire fuels in Deschutes River Woods” ktvz.com/video/2025/0... - KTVZ

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BurnBots at work: Bend Fire using robots to clear wildfire fuels in Deschutes River Woods
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — There are robots in the woods just outside of Bend, and you might have even seen them while you're driving down Highway 97. Bend Fire needs to clear an area along the highway and r...
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March 13, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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OREGON: “Warm winter brings concerns for Oregon’s wildfire season, fruit crops” www.koin.com/video/warm-w... - @koin6.bsky.social

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Warm winter brings concerns for Oregon’s wildfire season, fruit crops
While the current sunny and dry weather is making for a nice holiday weekend in the Portland area, it’s causing trouble for some industries and the wildfire season ahead. Read online: https://www.koin.com/news/oregon/warm-winter-brings-concerns-for-oregons-wildfire-season-fruit-crops/
https://www.koin.com/video/warm-winter-brings-concerns-for-oregon’s-wildfire-season-fruit-crops/11437969/
January 18, 2026 at 5:27 AM
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OREGON: “The extension applies to households in Crook, Deschutes, Gilliam, Jackson, Jefferson, Sherman, Umatilla, Union, Wasco and Wheeler counties.” www.oregonlive.com/wildfires/20... - @oregonian.com

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SNAP replacement deadline extended for wildfire losses
Those who lost food because of recent wildfires have until Aug. 14 to report the loss.
www.oregonlive.com
July 30, 2026 at 10:00 PM
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“Drought conditions fuel fires across the western U.S. as Canada faces one of its worst fire seasons on record” www.deseret.com/u-s-world/20... - Deseret News

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Major wildfires burn across the U.S. and Canada
Over 100 large fires are currently burning across the U.S. in multiple states and 13.8 million acres have burned in Canada this year.
www.deseret.com
July 15, 2025 at 9:29 PM
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Satellite data indicates that the numerous fires burning southwest of Fossil, Oregon may have merged into one large fire complex. #orfire
July 18, 2026 at 12:43 PM
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ICYMI: “Record snow drought in Western US raises concern for water shortages and wildfires” abcnews.com/US/wireStory... - ABC News

#CAFire #CAwx #COFire #COwx #Climate #Drought #Environment #Hydrology #IDFire #IDwx #MTFire #MTwx #ORFire #SnowDrought #UTFire #UTwx #Wildfires
Record snow drought in Western US raises concern for water shortages and wildfires
Except for California, most Western states are experiencing the worst snow drought in decades not because of dry conditions but really warm temperatures that change snow to rain
abcnews.com
February 10, 2026 at 10:55 PM
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OREGON: “Residents in the La Pine area of Deschutes County are under a Level 3 “Go Now” evacuation warning due to an early season wildfire, according to the sheriff’s office.”
www.koin.com/news/wildfir... - @koin6.bsky.social

#DeschutesCounty #LaPine #Oregon #ORFire #Wildfires
www.koin.com
March 17, 2026 at 11:49 PM
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Sumpter, Oregon. #fire #ORfire
August 5, 2026 at 11:30 PM
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OREGON: “Forecasters predict, prepare for increased drought and wildfire risk after NOAA climate outlook” oregoncapitalchronicle.com/2026/04/06/f... - @oregoncapitalchronicle.com

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Forecasters predict, prepare for increased drought and wildfire risk after NOAA climate outlook • Oregon Capital Chronicle
After a mild winter and dry spring outlook, here is how Oregon is preparing for the potential of its warmest year on record
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April 6, 2026 at 8:58 PM
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“Oregon's Cram Fire nears 100K acres, now largest in the nation” www.axios.com/local/portla... - @axios.com

#CramFire #Madras #Oregon #ORFire #TreasureValley #Wildfires
The Cram Fire is now the largest wildfire in the nation
The Pacific Northwest has already seen an active start to wildfire season.
www.axios.com
July 21, 2025 at 8:38 PM
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“Oregon leaders are saying wildfire prep can't wait any longer” www.kdrv.com/news/oregon-... - KDRV

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Oregon leaders are saying wildfire prep can't wait any longer
Oregon officials are urging immediate action as wildfire season approaches with rising temperatures and dry conditions.
www.kdrv.com
April 27, 2025 at 9:19 PM
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#Fire duty, Granite OR. #ORfire #Oregon
July 30, 2026 at 4:07 PM
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Silver City, Owyhee County, Idaho. #fire #IDfire #ORfire
August 28, 2026 at 2:35 PM
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Smoky sunset tonight, Redmond OR. #fire #ORfire #NWfire
August 18, 2026 at 3:05 AM
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OREGON: “Evacuation orders dropped for wildfire near La Pine, though investigation continues” www.opb.org/article/2026... - @opb.org

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Evacuation orders dropped for wildfire near La Pine, though investigation continues
Residents are under evacuation orders Tuesday afternoon after a wildfire broke out north of La Pine.
www.opb.org
March 18, 2026 at 3:22 AM
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MADRAS, OREGON: “Firefighters gain control over Cram Fire in central Oregon, now 73% contained” katu.com/news/local/f... - KATU News

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Firefighters gain control over Cram Fire in central Oregon, now 73% contained
Firefighters have gotten the upper hand on the Cram Fire in central Oregon.
katu.com
July 21, 2025 at 8:50 PM
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ICYMI: “Oregon is home to 4 of the top 5 smokiest cities nationwide” www.opb.org/article/2025... - @opb.bsky.social

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Oregon is home to 4 of the top 5 smokiest cities nationwide
A new analysis from Pacific Northwest scientists show which communities' air is the most cough-inducing during wildfire season.
www.opb.org
February 23, 2025 at 4:04 PM