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Rowena wildfire reaches 37% contaimnet, level 3 evacuations lifted
The Rowena wildfire has destroyed 56 homes and 91 other buildings, including sheds, barns and shops in Wasco County, the ...
At least 56 homes destroyed by Rowena Fire; around 3,600 acres burned, 24% contained
The Rowena Fire near The Dalles remains burning at now just under 3,600 acres and 24% containment after igniting Wednesday ...
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Gov. Kotek proposes using $160 million from state’s ‘rainy day fund’ for one-time wildfire funding
Kotek said she does not believe Democrats have the votes needed to pass a wildfire funding bill using money from the “kicker” ...
In the Rowena Fire's wake, those who lost homes face a long road to recovery
The fire near The Dalles has claimed dozens of homes and other structures. Some homeowners got lucky, but they're left with ...
Wasco County Sheriff's Office warns of fundraisers for fake Rowena Fire victims
GoFundMe has a centralized hub for fundraisers to help individuals and families affected by the Rowena Fire near The Dalles.
‘Tiny adventurer’ fleeing wildfire runs to Oregon firefighters. See what happens
A baby deer fleeing a wildfire dashed toward firefighters in Oregon, deputies said. The young animal appeared from a burned ...
Rowena Fire evacuations lowered to Level 2 'BE SET' as crews reach 24% containment
Crews battling the Rowena Fire in the eastern Columbia River Gorge made major strides over the weekend, but strong, gusty wind on Monday is threatening their pr ...
KGW crew rescues injured kitten from Rowena Fire
A brave kitten, found amid the Rowena fire, is on the road to recovery after suffering severe burns. A KGW news crew spotted ...
In a bone-dry June, wildfires begin to stalk Washington and Oregon
A dry spring is worsening conditions east of the Cascades. Even on the west side, the Seattle area has seen no measurable ...
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Rowena Fire Ravages The Dalles Area, 49 Homes Destroyed, Thousands Under Evacuation as Wildfire Spreads Over 3,800 Acres
The Rowena Fire near The Dalles destroys 49 homes and covers 3,831 acres, with ongoing evacuations and a 5% containment ...
Firefighters make progress on Rowena and Ferry fires, rain returns to the forecast
On Monday, firefighters will focus on areas that are not fully contained. Officials say firefighting resources will be ...
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Firefighters rescue baby deer from Rowena Fire
Firefighters battling a section of the Rowena Fire showed that it’s not just people who may need help as the fire continues to burn between Mosier and The Dalles. Read online: Read online: ...