Thousands of Oregonians, their livestock, and their animals are displaced following Oregon’s devastating wildfires. Many shelters, private groups and citizens are now housing these animals, some of which do not have known owners. While many of these groups are advertising lost animals on their websites or social media it can be difficult for the public to know where to look. The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) has created an online database and website to help.
The ODA Animal Tracker https://oda.direct/AnimalTrack is meant to assist Oregonians looking for animals displaced during the wildfires. This tracker is not intended to replace existing systems already in place at county animal shelters. In order to make the database work, animal shelters, private citizens and groups caring for animals without known owners can email ODA with information and photos. That information will be added to the database and continuously updated. Therefore, owners are asked to visit often if they don’t see their animal listed.
If you are caring for animals without a known owner due to the wildfires you can have the animals listed by emailing ODA at . The email must include the following information:
Shelter Name & Location Shelter Phone Number Shelter Email Address Location where animal was found (as much detail as known) Species Color Sex Picture(s) of animals Livestock – Left side, Right side, Face/head, any identifying marks (brands, scars, ear tags) Pets – Left side, Right side, face/head, back If the shelter, private citizen or group does not have the means to collect and email this information, please call ODA’s Brand Inspection program at to request help. It is important to remember that it against the law to keep found livestock. If assistance is needed to verify ownership of livestock, please contact ODA to request the assistance of your local brand inspector ().
County shelter links can also be found on the ODA Animal Tracker for owners to search as well. County shelters will be responsible for ensuring ownership of animals discharged from their shelter.
Oregon reports 184 new confirmed and presumptive COVID-19 cases, 8 new deaths
PORTLAND, Ore. — COVID-19 has claimed eight more lives in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 519, the Oregon Health Authority reported at 12:01 a.m. today.
Oregon Health Authority reported 184 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19 as of 12:01 a.m. today, bringing the state total to 29,662.
The new cases are in the following counties: Clackamas (11), Clatsop (1), Columbia (1), Crook (1), Deschutes (2), Douglas (1), Gilliam (2), Jackson (10), Jefferson (3), Josephine (2), Klamath (3), Lane (9), Linn (6), Malheur (25), Marion (31), Morrow (3), Multnomah (35), Polk (2), Tillamook (1), Umatilla (4), Union (1), Washington (25), and Yamhill (5).
Oregon’s 512th COVID-19 death is a 73-year-old woman in Washington County who died on Sept. 1, at Tuality Healthcare. The death certificate listed COVID-19 disease or SARS-CoV-2 as a cause of death or a significant condition contributing to death.
Oregon’s 513th COVID-19 death is a 74-year-old woman in Malheur County who tested positive on Sept. 7 and died on Sept. 11, at St. Alphonsus Regional Medical Center in Idaho. Presence of underlying conditions is being confirmed.
Oregon’s 514th COVID-19 death is a 77-year-old man in Multnomah County who tested positive on Aug. 30 and died on Sept. 14, at Legacy Mt. Hood Medical Center. He had underlying conditions.
Oregon’s 515th COVID-19 death is a 66-year-old woman in Morrow County who tested positive on Aug.11 and died on Sept. 13, at OHSU. She had underlying conditions.
Oregon’s 516th COVID-19 death is an 89-year-old woman in Clackamas County who tested positive on July 31 and died on Sept. 9, in her residence. She had underlying conditions.
Oregon’s 517th COVID-19 death is a 58-year-old man in Multnomah County who tested positive on Aug. 25 and died on Sept. 11, at Legacy Mt. Hood Medical Center. He had underlying conditions.
Oregon’s 518th COVID-19 death is an 85-year-old man in Marion County who tested positive on Aug. 26 and died on Sept. 11, in his residence. He had underlying conditions.
Oregon’s 519th COVID-19 death is an 80-year-old woman in Clackamas County who tested positive on Aug. 26 and died on Sept.10, at Providence Portland Medical Center. She had underlying conditions.
TESTING NOTE: Wildfires and hazardous air conditions have affected COVID-19 testing in Oregon. The Oregon State Public Health Laboratory (OSPHL) is closed again today, Tuesday, Sept. 15 due to indoor air safety issues.
Most specimens that the OSPHL cannot process are being re-routed to commercial laboratories. As such OHA does not anticipate a large backlog of tests due to OSPHL’s closure.
Stay informed about COVID-19:
Oregon response: The Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Office of Emergency Management lead the state response.
Wyden, Rosen, Peters, Murray, Casey, Colleagues Call on Postmaster General to Immediately Reverse Operational Changes to the U.S. Postal Service Causing Delays of Critical Medications to Americans
Senators: “We continue to have grave concerns regarding widespread delays in the delivery of critical medications that millions of Americans rely upon every day.”
“The Postal Service is an essential public institution that must uphold its duty to serve every community. Your recently implemented changes pose an unacceptable threat and continue to have a devastating effect on communities that rely on consistent access to medication through the mail. We have received numerous reports from seniors about delays in receiving their prescriptions through the mail, leaving some without life-sustaining medication for days. Others have been forced to obtain emergency prescriptions from their doctors and pay out-of-pocket for medication because their original prescriptions covered by insurance never arrived,” wrote the Senators.
“We call on you to immediately reverse all operational and organizational changes that have resulted in life-threatening delays of critical medications to Americans. As you noted, “it is imperative for the Postal Service to operate efficiently and effectively, while continuing to provide service that meets the needs of [its] customers.” Right now, the Postal Service is failing to meet the needs of many Americans and adhere to its mission of “prompt, reliable, and efficient services to patrons in all areas.” As we continue to fight this pandemic, the Postal Service is integral to keeping millions of Americans safe, especially seniors, people with chronic conditions, and people with disabilities,” continued the Senators.
BACKGROUND: The letter was also signed by Senators Klobuchar (D-MN); Carper (D-DE); Schumer (D-NY); Brown (D-OH); Blumenthal (D-CT); Udall (D-NM); Warren (D-MA); Gillibrand (D-NY); Warner (D-VA); Leahy (D-VT); Van Hollen (D-MD); Sanders (D-VT); Duckworth (D-IL); Shaheen (D-NH); Stabenow (D-MI); Baldwin (D-WI); Smith (D-MN); Hassan (D-NH); Coons (D-DE); Whitehouse (D-RI); Booker (D-NJ); Markey (D-MA); Cardin (D-MD); Reed (D-RI); Heinrich (D-NM); Hirono (D-HI); Cantwell (D-WA); Durbin (D-IL); Merkley (D-OR); Harris (D-CA).
Lincoln CIty, OR (9 AM) – Echo Mountain Fire Update – Oregon Department of Forestry Incident Management Team
A milestone was reached for firefighters on the Echo Mountain Complex yesterday. 100% of the control line has been completed on both fires. This means that firefighters will be able to shift their focus to mopping up from the perimeter, as well as working with trained falling crews to remove hazardous snags. The fire is now estimated at 2,552 acres. While the footprint of the fire has not changed, fire resources have been able to collect better mapping intelligence. Containment has reached 33%.
The fire did receive some precipitation early this morning, although amounts were generally less than forecasted. The western edge of the fire was estimated to have received a few 100ths of an inch. A chance of precipitation does persist in the forecast through the next few days. While precipitation is welcome by firefighters, it does present another dimension of safety concerns, as the ground may become slick and footing could be less stable.
Structural resources are still working to complete a structure inventory and damage assessment. These resources have been working over the last two days to identify the function of the structures impacted and the amount of damage incurred.
Highway 18 and many of its arteries remain closed to the public. There is a lot of work occurring along these roads, including hazard tree felling and utility rehabilitation. These activities are necessary to provide for public safety when access is allowed again.
Many areas remain in Level 2 (Set) or Level 3 (Go!) evacuation.
Forest Grove, OR. – Following the historic wind event on September 7, 2020, the Oregon Department of Forestry-Northwest Oregon Area has been actively engaged in several fires. Below is a brief summary of the incidents which are burning throughout the area:
Pike Road Fire (Tillamook District): 300 acres, 35% contained.
Progress on the fire has been good. Crews are working on mop up throughout the fire area. Level 1 and 2 evacuations in place as of 9/13/2020.
Powerline Fire (Forest Grove District): 126 acres, 100% contained.
The Powerline Fire is in patrol status. Mop up operations have been completed and the Forest Grove District has transferred this incident back to the Gaston Rural Fire District.
The Northwest Oregon Area has also been managing a complex of four fires, burning near the Beachie Creek and Riverside fires. These fires have been being managed by local resources, as well as resources from the Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal’s Office. These fires have been identified as the North Cascade Complex. This complex is burning on the North Cascade District.
Unger Road Fire: 378 acres, 100% lined.
Resources are working on mopping up and removing hazardous snags in the fire area.
Whilhoit Fire: 592 acres, 100% lined.
Resources have completed line construction and are working on hazard tree/snag removal, as well as mopping up.
Graves Road: 45 acres, 20% lined.
Crews are working on constructing fire line and removing snags that could pose a threat to the fire line.
Dowdy Road: 1,300 acres, 20% lined.
Crews are working on constructing fire line and removing snags that could pose a threat to the fire line.
Members of a Type 2 Incident Management Team from North Carolina have been dispatched to the area and will be integrating with district resources to continue managing and fighting these fires.
People are reminded that fire danger across the state remains extreme. Please check fire restrictions and closures prior to heading out.
Contact Info: Jamie Knight, ODF Public Information Officer:,
Quad-County COVID-19 Update: Ten New Cases and Sixteen Recoveries
(Carson City, NV)- Carson City Health and Human Services (CCHHS) is reporting ten new cases and sixteen additional recoveries of COVID-19 in the Quad-County Region. This brings the total number of cases to 1,154, with 1,048 recoveries and fifteen deaths, 91 cases remain active.
The new cases are:
A male Carson City resident in his 80’s with no connection to a previously reported case.
A male Carson City resident in his 50’s with no connection to a previously reported case.
A female Carson City resident in her 20’s with no connection to a previously reported case.
A female Carson City resident in her 20’s with no connection to a previously reported case.
A male Douglas County resident in his 60’s with no connection to a previously reported case.
A male Douglas County resident in his 30’s with a connection to a previously reported case.
A male Carson City resident in his 50’s with no connection to a previously reported case.
A female Lyon County resident in her 20’s with a connection to a previously reported case.
A female Lyon County resident in her 20’s with no connection to a previously reported case.
A female Carson City resident in her 50’s with no connection to a previously reported case.
Carson City Health and Human Services is working to identify close risk contacts to prevent further spread of the disease. Due to medical privacy requirements and to protect their identity, no further information about the cases will be released.
County
Total Cases
Active Cases
Recovered
Deaths
Carson City
494
43
443
8
Douglas County
274
16
257
1
Lyon County
377
32
339
6
Storey County
9
0
9
0
TOTAL
1,154
91
1,048
15
Gender and age break down of the cases by county as well as the cases by zip code is available at . Statewide numbers can be found at the Nevada Health Response website ().
Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing for Quad-County Residents
There are two drive-thru COVID-19 testing events for Quad-County residents this week. Testing is free of charge; first come, first served, no appointments or reservations.
September 16th, 8 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Mills Park Seely Loop (Seely Loop, Carson City, enter off of Saliman Rd)
September 17th, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Silver Springs Senior Center (2945 Ft Churchill St, Silver Springs)
For those who are experiencing symptoms of COVID-19 or have questions, call the Quad-County COVID-19 Hotline Monday through Friday, 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. Spanish speakers are available. The phone number is .
The Honorable Alex M. Azar II, Secretary U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 200 Independence Avenue, S.W. Washington, D.C. 20201
Dear Secretary Azar,
We write to urge you to immediately declare a public health emergency under section 319 of the Public Health Service Act (PHSA) in the State of Oregon due to a wildfire disaster beginning on September 7th and continuing.
On August 19, Governor Kate Brown declared a statewide State of Emergency. On September 9, the Governor requested a federal emergency declaration, which was approved the following day by President Trump. Today, the Governor requested a major disaster declaration for the state by the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA).
Currently, wildfires across Oregon have placed approximately 500,000 individuals under evacuation notice with an estimated 40,000 individuals forced to evacuate from dangerous areas. Many evacuees do not have homes to return to, and are staying with family or friends, in vehicles, hotels, motels, and other congregate and non-congregate shelters that follow COVID-19 public health guidance. Power lines and communications are damaged, transportation routes are closed, and medically vulnerable individuals now face the dual challenge of both a wildfire disaster and pandemic.
Air quality and smoke produced by the wildfires present a significant health threat for individuals with underlying health conditions such as asthma or lung conditions, and threaten to make the COVID-19 pandemic worse. Over the last several days, air quality across Oregon has ranked among the worst in the world and even maxed out the scale used by the Environmental Protection Agency to measure hazardous air quality. Right now, 10 percent of all hospital admissions in the state are asthma related.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has warned that smoke can make individuals more prone to respiratory diseases, including the coronavirus. And while in other years Oregonians could go to their local libraries or other large indoor public spaces to be in cleaner and cooler air, many of those spaces are currently closed due to the pandemic. Wildfire evacuation protocols have challenged those who are in isolation or quarantine due to a positive COVID-19 diagnosis, exposure to the virus, or clinical COVID-19 symptoms.
The wildfire and air quality conditions threaten to increase demand on the health care system as providers respond to COVID-19. On Monday, September 14, 2020, the Oregon Health Authority announced that the Oregon State Public Health Laboratory (OSPHL) closed for the day due to air quality conditions that made it too hazardous to safely use appropriate air safety equipment including hoods. COVID-19 testing numbers in Oregon have appeared to decrease due to widespread hazardous conditions that have closed testing locations and forced many individuals to avoid outdoor activity.
Amid the wildfire disaster and COVID-19 pandemic, Oregonians are facing increased stress and anxiety, which also requires emotional support and access to crisis counseling.
We therefore urge you to determine that the wildfires in Oregon are a public health emergency by invoking section 319 of the PHSA to better equip the state in responding to this disaster. We also urge you to issue or modify related waivers for Medicare, Medicaid, Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP), and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) Privacy Rule requirements to give patients and providers the greatest flexibility in meeting the dual emergency health needs of the wildfires and COVID-19.
In following the public health declaration, we request that you take all appropriate actions in responding to the disaster and pandemic, including but not limited to:
* Making “no-year” funds appropriated to the Public Health Emergency Fund available. Deploying regional emergency coordinators (RECs) to work with federal, state, local, and tribal health officials * Providing medical supplies, equipment and services
* Making staff from HHS’ National Disaster Medical System and the U.S. Public Health Service Commissioner Corps available. * Granting extensions or waiving application deadlines for any HHS grants
We ask that any actions and flexibilities granted to Oregon under a public health emergency declaration through the PHSA or Social Security Act be retroactive to August 19, 2020, the day Governor Kate Brown declared a statewide State of Emergency due to the wildfires.
Thank you for your attention to this immediate request.
First off, Governor Kate Brown has applied to the Federal Emergency Management Agency to declare the Otis area a major disaster zone. The proof is all around – many losing their homes. The fire in the Otis area is said to be 25% contained, which means 25% of the fire is surrounded by fire breaks. Three-quarters are not. The fire has been held to a size of 2,345 acres.
Numerous businesses and non-profit agencies have jumped in to help refugees with food, clothing and transportation, even shelters…some as far away as Newport. The Newport Recreation Center is filling up. The Red Cross is helping a number of families to shelter in local motels. The Lincoln County Commons Livestock area is taking in a wide variety of animals for temporary care and to be re-united with their owners.
County Commissioners learned that finding housing for the many who no longer have homes or whose homes have been damaged by the fire isn’t going to be easy. But churches, and again businesses, friends and neighbors are generously extending welcoming hands to help those who are now homeless. There is also a county request to have the State Department of Parks open up the Devil’s Lake Campground to provide temporary space for those who no longer have a place to live.
North Lincoln Sanitary has suffered some damage in that their routes have been disrupted by the fire and that the county has engineered a temporary agreement with the other two trash collection companies who will re-divide up the collection areas for the sake of efficiency.
As for the Covid virus itself, the county has had a total of 472 Covid cases reported to the county health department. 8,244 people tested clean. 23 have been hospitalized, 31 have recovered from the virus but unfortunately there have been 13 deaths.
As the Covid virus continues to jump from one person to another, testing is once again “front-and-center.” Medical officials are hoping the worst is over, but getting a vaccine and followup treatments are a bit “out there.” There’s a lot of speculation that a vaccine may be available just in time for Christmas. It’s not known if the vaccines (plural) will be administered every year like the flu vaccine. They’re still trying to work that out. But researchers are very optimistic that they’re getting the job done so we won’t have another Covid-Christmas like we’re headed in to.
County officials remind us to wear our masks, maintain distance and wash, wash, wash your face and hands.
Any questions to authorities about anything, call , open every day 8am to 8pm.
4:04pm Fire broke out in a large trash compactor at North Lincoln Sanitary this afternoon. The container was ablaze but firefighters doused it pretty quick. They want to thoroughly douse it with foam. Looks to be under control. They’ve got it pretty much out.
9:00AM Lincoln City, Ore. – Firefighters are working to finish the last of the fire line on the Echo Mountain Fire. Once these last pieces of line are completed, both fires will be 100% lined. Firefighters have been battling difficult terrain and dense fuels to complete the line. The fire remains at 2,435 acres in size, and is currently 25% contained.
The weather forecast for today call for similar conditions to yesterday until this evening, when rain is expected. A chance of precipitation persists in the forecast through the end of the week.
Crews will be looking to take advantage of the incoming precipitation. While the rain is helpful, there is still a lot of work to accomplish. Once the line is completed, firefighters will begin working to open up heavy fuels to expose them to the incoming moisture. It is the hope of fire managers that by utilizing the weather, they will need fewer feet of hose to mop the fire up. Minimizing the amount of hose put out simplifies the pick-up of equipment after the fire, as well as lessening the burden on National Interagency Support Cache system. These caches supply firefighting equipment to incidents across the country.
Access to the fire area is still limited to fire personnel and support crews, such as utility repair personnel. Limiting access allows fire resources a buffer of safety to complete their difficult mission. Firefighters must still be on the lookout for falling trees, rolling debris, and other hazards specifically associated with working around structures.
Lincoln County has reduced the evacuation levels on part of the Echo Mountain Complex. For more information on these changes, please check: Residents affected by evacuations can call the county’s call center at , between the hours of 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. seven days a week.
7:00AM DOWNGRADE NOTICE – East and South of Rose Lodge AreaThis is an emergency notice regarding the Echo Mountain Fire Complex. The following area has been reduced from a Level 3 to a Level 2 effective 09/14 at 7:00 am:Downgrade to a Level 2:
– East of Rose Lodge on Hwy 18
– South of Hwy 18 from Rose Lodge to East Devils Lake Road
Hwy 18 road closure remains; however, the roadblock will be moved West to Rose Lodge at N. North Bank Road and Hwy 18.
If you live on Bear Creek Road or a road off of Bear Creek Road, you will be let through the ODOT East Highway 18 roadblock to access Bear Creek Road.
Community Members returning to this area may not yet have power restored and/or may need to expect intermittent power outages until fully restored.
The area in and around the fire remains in a Level 3 evacuation area.
Community Members in the newly downgrade level 2 area can return to their homes and business at this time. If you need transportation back to your home you can call the County Call Center at (after 8am) for coordination.
Cautionary Re-entry Information:
– It is always advisable to do a safety check of your home and property when you return.
– Continue to monitor local media sources, county website and your telephone devices to receive further information and updates.
Any additional questions can be forwarded to the Lincoln County Emergency Public Information Call Center at
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation has five tips for homeowners and renters who have evacuated or been affected by fire, smoke, and ash damage.
Call your insurance company to check your policy. Let your company know if you have evacuated. Coverage is typically available for fire, smoke, and ash damage to your home and personal property.
Ask about your auto coverage, too. You need comprehensive coverage on your auto policy to cover fire, smoke, and ash damage, no matter where your vehicle is located at time of the loss.
If you had to evacuate, save your receipts and, when it is safe, let your insurance company know you evacuated. Your homeowners policy may pay for expenses such as lodging, food, and even pet boarding due to a mandatory evacuation. Be sure to check with your insurance company to confirm your specific coverage.
If you have not evacuated and it is safe to do so, make a quick home inventory by taking photos or video of each room in your home. Pay close attention to what is on the walls and in drawers and closets. Don’t forget storage areas such as the attic and garage. Check your insurance company’s website for an app or checklist that will help. Or use the Insure U Home Inventory Checklist.
If your personal belongings are damaged, the insurance company will request a list of items that are damaged or destroyed. Take some time to work on your home inventory list now. Look through your photos and videos to help recall personal items. Be sure to look for smaller items, such as jewelry. To the best of your ability, write down the age, original cost, and replacement cost of each item.
Following these tips will help save you money, time, and stress during a wildfire. For more information on preparing for a wildfire, visit the division’s wildfire page.
Oregonians that have been forced to evacuate their homes because of area wildfires should contact their insurance companies as soon as possible to let them know they have evacuated and discuss next steps. If you still have questions or concerns, the division’s Advocacy Team is here to help. Call the team at (toll-free) or visit dfr.oregon.gov.
School Start Date Delayed Until Monday, September 21.
Meals resume for the youth of Lincoln County on Monday, September 14
North Area Pick Up and Routes Updated due to Conditions
Families in Lincoln County with children aged 0-18 are once again eligible to receive FREE breakfast and lunch for each child daily. Youth are able to participate in this meal service once per weekday at a bus delivery stop or curbside pickup site in their local area.
Lincoln County School District in continued partnership with Sodexo Nutrition Services and First Student Bus Company are committed to providing food for the youth of Lincoln County. This countywide breakfast and lunch service is being provided under new, short term waivers issued by the US Department of Agriculture.
Curbside pickup meal sites will be operated at Taft 7-12 School, Newport Middle School, Toledo Elementary School, and Crestview Heights Elementary School from 12:00 pm-1:30 pm Monday – Friday.
Newly created meal delivery route details will be published on the District website at and in the Newport News-Times and News Guard newspapers. Be sure to check this page on the District website for the most current information as well as details of how to receive FirstView live tracking and notifications of meal bus services.
This institution is an equal opportunity provider.
Menu:
September 2020 (English) September 2020 (Spanish) Location & Times:
Toledo Elem (Toledo) 12:00pm to 1:30pm Mon-Fri Taft High School (Lincoln City) 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm Mon-Fri (Pick up as long as conditions allow due to fires) Newport Middle School (Newport) 12:00pm to 1:30pm Mon-Fri Crestview (Waldport) 12:00pm to 1:30pm Mon-Fri Meals on the Bus Delivery Routes by Area:
* Due to fires and smoke delivery bus distribution in the North area will operate as close to scheduled routes as possible, keeping in mind there will likely be many areas with restricted access due to fire damage and evacuations. We will serve at the nearest point safely possible.
North Area South Area East Area West Area Breakfast & Lunch Sack Meals will be served each day
Free for Kids Ages 1 to 18
For your safety and the safety of our kitchen staff, please follow all safety procedures outlined at each site.
CIVIL RIGHTS STATEMENT:
“In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA.
Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g. Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.), should contact the Agency (State or local) where they applied for benefits. Individuals who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (–8339. Additionally, program
information may be made available in languages other than English.
To file a program complaint of discrimination, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, (AD–3027) found online at: How to File a Complaint, and at any USDA office, or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (–9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by:
Mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights 1400 Independence Avenue, SW Washington, D.C. 20250–9410
Fax: (–7442
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VERANO COMIDAS—BORDILLO LADO PATADA APAGADO
Septiembre 2020
Ubicación & Veces
Toledo Elem (Toledo) Comenzando Junio 22, 12:00pm to 1:30pm Mon-Fri Taft High School (Lincoln City) 12:00pm to 1:30pm Mon-Fri (Recoger siempre que las condiciones lo permitan debido a incendios) Newport Middle School (Newport) 12:00pm to 1:30pm Mon-Fri Crestview Heights (Waldport) 12pm to 1:30pm Mon-Fri
Due to extreme fire danger and limited firefighting resources currently available, Corvallis Parks and Recreation closed the following natural areas on Friday, 9/11. They will assess daily and reopen when possible.
Bald Hill Natural Area, Brandis Natural Area, Chip Ross Natural Area, Forest Dell Natural Area, Herbert Farm Natural Area, Marys River Natural Area, Noyes Natural Area, Orleans Natural Area, Owens Farm Natural Area, Timber Hill Natural Area, Witham Hill Natural Area
The McDonald-Dunn Forest and Starker Forests are closed to public use. The Siuslaw National Forest, including Marys Peak, is also closed.
More information for Benton, Linn, Lincoln, Marion, and Polk counties can be found at the following websites:
Oregon Office of Emergency Management Oregon wildfire resources:
Benton County:
Linn County fire information:
Linn County Sheriff’s office has an evacuation and fire live map:
Linn County Evacuation Zones:
Lincoln County:
Marion County:
Polk County:
To find an open Red Cross shelter:
Safe ash cleanup tips:
Air quality:
Fire Status:red ~ within one day, yellow ~ previous day, green ~ two days ago, blue ~ three days ago, purple ~four days ago
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Chiloquin Fire in the Fremont Winema National Forest
Lincoln City, OR. – Heavy fuels and dense brush have hampered firefighter’s efforts to complete thecontrol lines around 100% of the fire. Tonight’s night shift resources will concentrate on patrollingand monitoring the fire. Tonight is the last night shift. The fire footprint remains at 2,435 acres. Structure assessment teams arrived from Idaho and met with Lincoln County representatives to begin the structural assessment process. This process involves going to each property impacted by the fire and inventorying the structures that were damaged and identifying the extent of the damage.
Oregon National Guard resources arrived today to provide additional security at road junctions. This security is intended to further limit access to the fire area and evacuated neighborhoods. Oregon Department of Transportation employees are providing the support for the Highway 18 closure. The Incident Management Team would like to thank everyone for respecting these closures. Additional Oregon National Guard personnel are arriving to help bolster the hand crews that have been working on the fire. These crews will be woven into the operation and will be mopping up beginning Monday.
Covid-19 proves to be a new challenge in regard to fighting large fires, but the command staff is committed to minimizing the potential for Covid-19 spread. All assigned personnel to the fire are required to follow Oregon Health Authority’s Guidance to reduce the spread of Covid-19. The Incident Management Team has a Health Liaison who works with local public health officials to coordinate the Covid-19 response and needs of the incident.
Beginning Monday, there will be one daily update from the Echo Mountain Complex issued each morning.
Thousands of Oregonians, their livestock, and their animals are displaced following Oregon’s devastating wildfires. Many shelters, private groups and citizens are now housing these animals, some of which do not have known owners. While many of these groups are advertising lost animals on their websites or social media it can be difficult for the public to know where to look. The Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) has created an online database and website to help.
