Articles from the August 18, 2016 edition

Aug 18, 2016

ODF logo HIGH TEMPERATURES, LOW HUMIDITY AND GUSTY WINDS The heat is on! A wave of hot dry windy weather is expected to hit the region Thursday and last through Saturday. Just a single spark under these conditions could lead to a significant and costly wildfire. Fire managers are reminding the public to be extra careful with fire as they seek ways to stay cool. "Everyone will be looking for ways to beat the heat. Remember to take extra precaution with fires or anything that could start a wildfire," said Oregon Department of Forestry Unit...