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News briefs: June 3, 2026

Updated Jun 2, 2026

Free briefs: City of The Dalles water system; New cameras identify smoke

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Marking one year since the Rowena Fire: honoring loss and standing together in recovery

Rowena Long Term Recovery Group media release
May 26, 2026

WASCO CO, — As our community marks the one year anniversary of the Rowena Fire, we pause to remember the profound losses experienced on June 1…

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Commentary: Volunteer firefighters needed

By Cameron Rahe
Updated May 26, 2026

Free commentary: The Columbia River Gorge is one of the most beautiful places in the country, but it is also uniquely vulnerable.

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Use caution when burning yard debris

The Oregon Department of Forestry
Updated May 21, 2026

Free news: More than 70% of wildfires every year in Oregon are human-caused, with escaped debris burns topping the list.

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Gorge counties issue burn bans

Compiled by Trisha Walker Columbia Gorge News
Updated May 21, 2026

Klickitat County has issued burn bans for Zones One and Two on May 18; fire chiefs in Zone 3 have yet to pick a start date, as previously reported. Zone 1 goes into effect June 1.

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New research reveals increased wildfire risk for more than 400 communities in Northwest

By Steve Lundeberg Oregon State University
Updated May 21, 2026

Free news: A new wildfire risk assessment tool that takes social vulnerability into account indicates more than 400 communities in the Pacific Northwest are at greater risk than previously thought.

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Before wildfire strikes: Improving preparedness to keep communities safe

By Trisha Walker Columbia Gorge News
Updated May 21, 2026

“Before Wildfire Strikes: Improving Wildfire Preparedness in Hood River County,” a free presentation at Columbia Center for the Arts on April 29, brought together hosts Hood River All-Lands Partnership, the Oregon State Fire Marshal, Oregon State University Extension and other local partners to share information and resources on wildfire — starting at 10,000 feet and ending with the makeup of wildfire smoke.

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Introducing Fire in the Gorge 2026

By Trisha Walker Columbia Gorge News
Updated May 21, 2026

Coming off the devastating 2025 wildfire season, this year’s Fire in the Gorge feels particularly relevant.

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Think like an ember: How to make a defensible space around your home, and significantly reduce the chance of ignition

By Martin Gibson Columbia Gorge News
Updated May 21, 2026

WASCO CO. — “When I perform Home Ignition Zone assessments, I tell people to ‘Think like an ember,’” said Melissa Napoli, Wasco County wildfire coordinator.

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Washington State Fire Marshal: Outdoor Fires

By Deputy State Fire Marshal Courtney Chambers
Updated May 18, 2026

Free news: In 2025, Washington State Fire Agencies reported approximately 2,101 fire incidents in outdoor areas.

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News briefs: June 3, 2026

Marking one year since the Rowena Fire: honoring loss and standing together in recovery

Commentary: Volunteer firefighters needed

Use caution when burning yard debris

Gorge counties issue burn bans

New research reveals increased wildfire risk for more than 400 communities in Northwest

Before wildfire strikes: Improving preparedness to keep communities safe

Introducing Fire in the Gorge 2026

Think like an ember: How to make a defensible space around your home, and significantly reduce the chance of ignition

Washington State Fire Marshal: Outdoor Fires

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