Wildfires throughout the Pacific Northwest have become more common over the last decade. Summer of 2026 was one of the worst in the region’s history. Currently, there are 17 wildfires taking place on Oregon soil. The fire season started in Oregon due to low snowpack, dry lightning storms and high temperatures. The season has continued due to the state’s drought. On June 16, Governor Tina Kotek declared a statewide emergency. Once a fire was s…
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