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Flat fire remains uncontained in Central Oregon; 4 homes, other buildings destroyed

The wildfire raging in Central Oregon has destroyed four houses and about half a dozen other buildings, the Deschutes County ...

Flat Fire in central Oregon burns nearly 22,000 acres, 5% contained

The Flat Fire has burned 21,971 acres across Jefferson and Deschutes counties in central Oregon. Fire managers tell KATU News ...
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Large wildfire scorches parts of central Oregon

Apocalyptic scenes unfolded in central Oregon on Sunday (August 24) as a large wildfire tore through the region.

Central Oregon air quality considered ‘unhealthy’ as growing Flat fire remains uncontained

The Deschutes County Sheriff’s Office expanded evacuation orders on Saturday evening and several subdivisions near the fire ...
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Think Wild offers tips for aiding wildlife as Central Oregon battles Flat Fire

As crews work to contain the Flat Fire, now at just under 22,000 acres, Think Wild Central Oregon is offering tips on how to ...

Evacuations issued for Flat Fire near Lake Billy Chinook in central Oregon

The blaze broke out on Aug. 21, north of Sisters and approximately three miles west of Lake Billy Chinook. As of late Aug. 22, it had grown to 9,000 acres, according to a release from Central Oregon ...

Heat advisory in place for North Oregon Coast Range and Central Oregon Coast Range until early Monday morning

On Friday at 4:52 a.m. the National Weather Service issued a heat advisory valid from 11 a.m. until Monday 5 a.m. for North ...
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As temperatures heat up again, Central Oregon officials say recent rain did little to ease wildfire danger

Recent rain showers across Central Oregon have provided short-term relief, but fuels remain dry and the risk of wildfire is ...