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Douglas County ARES Invites Public To NOAA SKYWARN Presentation In Roseburg

Douglas County ARES Invites Public To NOAA SKYWARN Presentation In Roseburg

Douglas County ARES and Douglas County Emergency Management will host a NOAA SKYWARN presentation in Roseburg on May 19. The public is invited to learn more about severe weather, storm spotting and emergency communications during the free event at the OSU Extension Auditorium.

DFPA Reports Three Douglas County Fires on April 9, Warns of Dry Early Season Conditions

DFPA Reports Three Douglas County Fires on April 9, Warns of Dry Early Season Conditions

DFPA crews responded to three Douglas County fires on April 9, including the Baby Bear Fire near Roseburg, the Tyee Road Fire near Umpqua, and the Morgan Creek Fire near Myrtle Creek. Officials also warned that dry early season conditions are increasing wildfire risk.

DFPA Reports Two Fires Near Roseburg and Umpqua, No Threat to Structures

DFPA Reports Two Fires Near Roseburg and Umpqua, No Threat to Structures

DFPA crews were working two fires Thursday near Roseburg and Umpqua, including the 12 to 15 acre Hubbard / Bear Fire near Callahan Road and a 2 acre fire on Tyee Road. Officials said weather conditions are helping and no homes or structures are threatened.

Central Douglas Fire & Rescue to Begin Hydrant Flushing Across Service Area May 4

Central Douglas Fire & Rescue to Begin Hydrant Flushing Across Service Area May 4

Central Douglas Fire & Rescue will begin hydrant flushing May 4 across its service area, including Winston, Winchester, Green and nearby communities. Temporary water discoloration may occur, but officials said the water remains safe to drink unless a boil alert is issued.

Free Wildfire Safety Webinar Set For May 6

Free Wildfire Safety Webinar Set For May 6

Free wildfire preparedness webinar set for May 6. The online event will cover home preparation, evacuation planning, wildfire risk reduction, local resources and burn restrictions, with speakers from the sheriff’s office, OSFM, DFPA and OSU Extension.

ODOT: Oregon 42 Project In Winston Continues With Night Work In Early April

ODOT: Oregon 42 Project In Winston Continues With Night Work In Early April

The Oregon 42 improvement project in Winston is continuing, with ODOT announcing overnight road work through early April. Drivers should expect intermittent lane closures at night as crews complete utility adjustments and pavement repairs.