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Air Quality Alert Issued For Douglas County As Wildfire Smoke Moves In

Air Quality Alert Issued For Douglas County As Wildfire Smoke Moves In

An air quality alert is in effect until further notice for parts of Douglas County as smoke from the Castle Fire and other wildfires moves into the area. Conditions may change depending on winds and fire activity.

Douglas County Narcotics K-9 Trapper Retires After 11 Years of Service

Douglas County Narcotics K-9 Trapper Retires After 11 Years of Service

After 11 years of service, Douglas County narcotics K-9 Trapper has retired. The English Springer Spaniel helped investigators seize hundreds of pounds of methamphetamine, cocaine, heroin and fentanyl during his distinguished career.

Coast Guard Rescues Two People Near Coquille River South Jetty

Coast Guard Rescues Two People Near Coquille River South Jetty

The Coast Guard rescued two people Monday after their 14-foot boat began taking on water near the Coquille River South Jetty in Bandon. Bandon firefighters helped move them to nearby rocks before a helicopter crew hoisted them to safety.

Douglas Electric Warns Outages May Last Longer During Red Flag Warning

Douglas Electric Warns Outages May Last Longer During Red Flag Warning

Douglas Electric Cooperative says it is not planning a Public Safety Power Shutoff during Wednesday’s Red Flag Warning. However, outages that occur may not be restored until after 9 p.m. and could last into Thursday.

Castle Fire Reaches 30% Containment as Expanded Forest Closure Takes Effect

Castle Fire Reaches 30% Containment as Expanded Forest Closure Takes Effect

The Castle Fire has grown to 2,758 acres and is now 30% contained. Nearly 700 personnel are strengthening fire lines ahead of hotter, drier weather. The Umpqua National Forest has also expanded its closure area, affecting roads, trails and popular recreation sites.

NeighborWorks Umpqua Launches Home Repair Grant Program For Veteran Homeowners

NeighborWorks Umpqua Launches Home Repair Grant Program For Veteran Homeowners

NeighborWorks Umpqua has launched a home repair grant program for eligible veteran homeowners in Coos, Curry and Douglas counties. Funding may cover health, safety, accessibility and structural repairs, with no repayment required.