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Douglas County Fire Crews Deploy to East Evans Creek Fire as Blaze Grows Beyond 3,100 Acres

Douglas County Fire Crews Deploy to East Evans Creek Fire as Blaze Grows Beyond 3,100 Acres

Firefighters from six Douglas County agencies have deployed to the East Evans Creek Fire in Jackson County, where the blaze has grown beyond 3,100 acres and nearly 1,000 personnel are working to protect homes and strengthen control lines.

Firefighters Complete Control Line Around Little Paradise Fire Near Elkton

Firefighters Complete Control Line Around Little Paradise Fire Near Elkton

Firefighters completed a control line around the 3- to 3.5-acre Little Paradise Fire north of Elkton after working through the night. No structures were threatened, and crews remain on scene extinguishing hot spots.

Fire Danger Level Rising to High Across Douglas District Saturday

Fire Danger Level Rising to High Across Douglas District Saturday

Fire danger will rise to High across the Douglas District at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, July 11. Several outdoor activities, including mowing dry grass and using power saws, will be limited to before 10 a.m. or after 8 p.m.

Suspect in Statewide Oregon BOLO Identified After Seaside Shootout

Suspect in Statewide Oregon BOLO Identified After Seaside Shootout

A Washington homicide suspect who prompted a statewide Oregon BOLO was found dead after exchanging gunfire with officers in Seaside. Hayes Miles McCloud, 24, had reportedly been seen earlier in Dorena.

Crews Attack 3.5-Acre Fire Near Elkton

Crews Attack 3.5-Acre Fire Near Elkton

Fire crews are attacking the estimated 3.5-acre Little Paradise Fire near Elkton. Multiple engines, helicopters, squads and a dozer are on scene. No homes or structures are currently threatened, and the cause remains under investigation.

Two Prescribed Pasture Burns Planned Wednesday in Douglas County

Two Prescribed Pasture Burns Planned Wednesday in Douglas County

Two prescribed pasture burns are tentatively planned for Wednesday near Sunshine Road and Temple Brown Road. Operations are expected to begin around 11:30 a.m., weather and workload permitting.

Lookingglass Fire Receives Emergency Water Donation for Firefighters

Lookingglass Fire Receives Emergency Water Donation for Firefighters

Lookingglass Rural Fire District received a pallet of emergency drinking water through Anheuser-Busch and the National Volunteer Fire Council to help keep firefighters hydrated during wildfire calls, training days and other extended emergency responses.