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DFPA Crews Respond to Lightning Strikes Across Douglas County

DFPA Crews Respond to Lightning Strikes Across Douglas County

DFPA crews are responding after 76 lightning strikes hit Douglas County Sept. 3. Two small fires were contained near Umpqua and Roseburg. Aerial and ground patrols continue today, with 36 cameras scanning for smoke. Fire danger remains HIGH. More updates coming, incl. Dad’s Creek Fire.

Myrtle Creek Woman Arraigned Following Child Injury Incident

Myrtle Creek Woman Arraigned Following Child Injury Incident

Kati Ann Steensland, 31, of Myrtle Creek, was arraigned after a child was injured in Canyonville when her pickup reportedly ran over the child’s arm. She faces multiple misdemeanor charges and one felony hit-and-run charge. Bail was set at $10,000.

Dad’s Creek Fire Prompts Road Closure and Evacuation Notice Near Glendale

Dad’s Creek Fire Prompts Road Closure and Evacuation Notice Near Glendale

Dad’s Creek Fire near Glendale has burned 130 acres, prompting road closures on Cow Creek Rd. Level 1 “Be Ready” evacuations are in effect for 30482–31302 Lower Cow Creek Rd. Crews have 60% containment. Stay alert, check dcso.com/evacuations.

Winston Council Passes Marijuana Facility Ordinance, Tables RV Park Stay Limits

Winston Council Passes Marijuana Facility Ordinance, Tables RV Park Stay Limits

The Winston City Council tabled a proposal to limit RV park stays and advanced Ordinance 75-724, which includes zoning and animal code updates and would allow recreational marijuana facilities in the city. The measure proceeds to further review and public input.

Susan Creek Campground closed for weeklong sanitation; day-use area remains open

Susan Creek Campground closed for weeklong sanitation; day-use area remains open

BLM has closed Susan Creek Campground Wednesday–Tuesday for a precautionary deep clean. The Susan Creek Falls day-use area and trail remain open. Officials say no norovirus is confirmed; crews are sanitizing facilities before reopening.

Fire Danger Level Reduced from Extreme to High Across Douglas District

Fire Danger Level Reduced from Extreme to High Across Douglas District

DFPA will lower the fire danger from EXTREME to HIGH on August 15, 2025, due to cooler temperatures and higher humidity. Public Use Restrictions remain in place, with limits on certain activities, open burning bans, and safety requirements to help prevent wildfires.

Bicyclist Killed in Early Morning Collision on I-5 Near Sutherlin

Bicyclist Killed in Early Morning Collision on I-5 Near Sutherlin

A California man was killed early Thursday when his bicycle was struck by a pickup on I-5 near Sutherlin. The crash closed the highway for about four hours. The driver had minor injuries, while a passenger was hospitalized with minor injuries, according to Oregon State Police.