I-5 Travelers Could Face 20-Minute Delays Near Glendale This Week
Drivers traveling I-5 between Glendale and Hugo could face delays of up to 20 minutes Tuesday through Thursday as crews stripe the highway and repair power lines.
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Public Safety Articles in Douglas County
Section of Old Melrose Road to Close Thursday for Underground Work
Old Melrose Road will close to through traffic just north of West Goedeck Avenue from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, for underground bypass work. Residents will retain access to their properties.
Hogan Road Fire Near Oakland Burns 7 Acres; DFPA Reminds Public That Fire Restrictions Remain in Effect
A fire near Hogan Road in Oakland burned seven acres Sunday before DFPA firefighters stopped its spread. No structures were threatened. The human-caused fire remains under investigation, and DFPA says debris burning is still prohibited.
DFPA Public Fire Restrictions Drop to Low Friday; Industrial Level Drops to 1
DFPA will lower public fire restrictions to low and industrial restrictions to Level 1 at 12:01 a.m. Friday, Sept. 25. Some outdoor equipment use will be allowed all day, but debris burning remains prohibited.
180-Acre Prescribed Burn Planned Near Glide as Early as September 29
A 180-acre prescribed burn at the North Bank Habitat Management Area could begin as early as September 29, weather permitting. Smoke may be visible near Glide, and several roads, trails, and access areas could be affected.
Riddle Teen Identified in Fatal Myrtle Creek Stabbing
Authorities have identified 17-year-old Robert Rosser of Riddle as the teen killed in a Sept. 13 stabbing in Myrtle Creek. A second teen, who was critically injured, is now in stable condition. The investigation remains ongoing.
Oregon Marks 40 Years of Community Emergency Response Teams
Oregon is marking 40 years of Community Emergency Response Teams. CERT volunteers learn basic disaster response skills so they can help their families and neighbors until professional responders arrive.