Roseburg Hits 99, Hottest Day So Far This Year
Roseburg hit 99 degrees Sunday, making it the hottest day of the year so far. The heat came during the first major warm-up of the season, with a Heat Advisory in place for parts of Douglas County.
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Cooper Fire Near Sutherlin Fully Lined, in Mop-Up Status
Firefighters fully lined and plumbed the Cooper Fire near Cooper Creek Reservoir on Sunday evening. The estimated 2-acre fire is now in mop-up status, with no evacuation levels in place. Officials said the cause remains under investigation.
Glide Man Dies in Head-On Crash on Little River Road
A 22-year-old Glide man died Friday morning in a head-on crash involving a passenger car and a log truck on Little River Road near Woodview Drive, according to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office.
Fire Restrictions Increase Across Douglas District as Hotter, Drier Conditions Build
Fire restrictions are increasing across the Douglas District as hotter, drier conditions raise wildfire concerns. Moderate public use restrictions begin June 13, with IFPL Level 2 taking effect June 15.
Widespread Facebook Outage Logs Users Out, Disrupts Messenger
A widespread Facebook outage Friday morning left users unable to access accounts, pages and Messenger, disrupting communication for people, businesses and community groups that rely on the platform.
Douglas County Honors Women Veterans with June 12 Proclamation
Douglas County Commissioners proclaimed June 12 as Women Veterans Day, honoring more than 1,600 women veterans in the county and recognizing their service, sacrifice and contributions to the U.S. Armed Forces.
First Summer Heat Wave Expected to Bring Elevated Heat Risk Sunday Through Tuesday
The first summer heat wave is expected Sunday through Tuesday, with Roseburg forecast near 98 degrees and triple-digit heat possible in other west side valleys. Officials urge hydration, shade and caution around cold waterways.