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Oregon places new rules on homeowners living in certain high-risk wildfire areas
In Oregon, the new building and so-called defensible space codes will affect only about 106,000 tax lots. But experts say ...
State finalizes redo of wildfire hazard maps, prepares new rules for high-risk property owners
Oregon fire experts have finalized their redo of state maps of wildfire hazard areas, showing that about 106,000 tax lots are in high-risk spots that could be subject to new building and landscape ...
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Oregon's new wildfire maps address criticism, clarify hazard zones
The wildfire hazard map aims to educate Oregon residents and property owners about the level of hazard in their area, assist in prioritizing fire adaptation and mitigation resources for the most ...
Map shows rising wildfire threat across the U.S.: See if you're affected
A combination of hotter and drier weather and more people living in places that naturally burn are making things complicated.
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Homeowners in Oregon receiving informational letters on wildfire risk
PENDLETON, Ore. - Homeowners in Oregon are receiving letters from the state of Oregon through the Oregon Department of ...
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New Oregon wildfire risk maps show which areas most likely to burn, bring damage
Mostly, it would require using fire-resistant building materials ... of legislation in 2023 “prohibits insurers in Oregon from using this map, or any statewide map, for making decisions ...
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Oregon releases final Wildfire Hazard Map after years of controversy
The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) has released the final version of its statewide Wildfire Hazard Map, a project that has been plagued by delays and controversy since its initial draft in 2022.
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State publishes updated wildfire hazard map
The Oregon Department of Forestry Tuesday released final versions of statewide wildfire hazard and wildland-urban interface maps developed by Oregon State University scientists.
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Oregon firefighters return home, share experiences battling California wildfires
Multnomah County firefighters returning home from California are set to share their experiences battling the deadly wildfires ...
Oregon fire trucks headed for LA aren’t being stopped for smog checks; officials struggle to dispel the rumors
Rumors spread on social media last week that Oregon fire trucks headed for the historic fires were stopped and inspected for ...
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Oregon strike teams return home after battling Southern California fires
After two weeks of fighting the fires in Southern California, 19 of Oregon's 21 strike teams are returning home, said the ...
Firefighters from Oregon help battle Lilac Fire in Bonsall
As firefighters descended on the Lilac Fire in Bonsall early Tuesday, several crews helping battle the blaze were from ...