Columbia River.
river in North America; flows from British Columbia, through Washington, and along the Washington-Oregon border to the Pacific Ocean
- Reports this week
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- Active events
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- Connections
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What's happening
Active this week
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Several local coffee businesses, including Buckman and Thatcher's Coffee, are operating and expanding in the Portland area.Some support1 report
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The Columbia River flows near the Revelstoke area.Some support1 report
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The Spokane River, a tributary of the Columbia River, is influenced by upstream snow season in Idaho, while Schulz works on river science advocacy.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Water management issues are affecting river conditions, with Columbia River tributaries reaching into Idaho.Some support2 reports
Earlier this month
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A district stretches down through Franklin County to the Columbia River.Some support1 report
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The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is developing a destination in Ridgefield, showcasing Pacific Northwest ingredients and history related to river waterways.Some support1 report
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Salmon are observed migrating along the Columbia River.Some support2 reports
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A fishing spot near the Columbia River was reported on October 5, 2026, involving Joseph Little.Some support1 report
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A plant situated along the Columbia Riverbank in Longview, and personnel traveled to the mill site following an incident.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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A chemical spill occurred on May 28, 2026, from an imploded tank at a facility in Longview, affecting the Columbia River.Well supported37 reports4 developments inside
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The Green River feeds the Snake River system, which flows into the Columbia River, while water is pumped to New Mexico.Some support1 report
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Wildfires are racing along the Columbia River in Ferry County, prompting unprecedented alerts from the National Weather Service.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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The Columbia River flows through British Columbia and is a shared resource that First Nations are working to restore.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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DUC is testing restoration projects in British Columbia near the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers, led by Matthew Wilson.Some support1 report
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Tulsi Gabbard was seen in a Georgia ballot warehouse as the Columbia River system faces reduced water flow, while BPA utilizes the river and a Grange promotes rural power models.Some support1 report
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The Columbia River forms a major geographic feature, and the I-5 bridge connects the cities of Portland and Vancouver.Some support1 report
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ODFW is managing fisheries in the Columbia River while BPA announces the termination of its share of the SAFE program funding, impacting county partners.Well supported7 reports2 developments inside
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Governor Kotek's office announced that the State of Oregon supports fisheries in Clatsop County.Some support1 report
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Introducing legislation to modify river management policies for the Columbia River.Well supported3 reports5 developments inside
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An effort backed by the Trump administration focuses on the region's natural resource economy.Some support2 reports
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A sunken ship was removed from the Columbia River on September 1, 2026.Some support1 report
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A project inspired by the Columbia River's landscape was discussed by its founders in Seattle.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Sea lions have returned to the Columbia River, consuming Chinook and steelhead runs, prompting ODFW monitoring and critique of the MMPA.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Low summer steelhead returns on the John Day River fall below the 20,000 threshold.Some support2 reports
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A smoke plume has been observed moving toward the Columbia River, near Kennewick.Some support1 report
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Protests against industrial impacts occur as nuclear waste seeps into soil, linking data center power needs to the Columbia and Colorado Rivers.Some support1 report
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The Washington Department of Ecology is monitoring fish population health in the Columbia River near Longview, Cowlitz County.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Tina Kotek is hesitant on a water transfer proposal, and the Oregon Water Resources Department is tracking individual water rights in the Columbia River basin.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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The survival of the fishing guide industry is now dependent on the policies and actions of Governor Kotek regarding the Columbia River basin.Some support1 report
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A museum project overlooking the Columbia River Gorge is hosting a centennial celebration featuring Romanian cultural elements.Some support1 report
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A paper mill is located in the Columbia River basin.Some support1 report1 development inside
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An article published in Columbia Gorge News details incidents involving the Columbia River and Hood River.Some support1 report
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Astoria Regatta celebrates maritime tradition on the Columbia River.Some support2 reports
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Dam construction at the Grand Coulee Dam has led to the extinction of ancient salmon runs in the Columbia River system.Some support2 reports
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Fires are impacting the immediate surroundings of the Columbia River and threatening Kootenay Lake.Some support1 report
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Sammamish is a city in Washington State, situated near Seattle, and includes parks like Ebright Creek and Beaver Lake.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Columbia River and Kootenay River connect, facilitating fish movement.Some support1 report
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Data centers are clustered near the Columbia River, and diesel generator exhaust is threatening the river's health.Some support1 report1 development inside
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Data centers are located in Hillsboro, Oregon, near the Columbia River, with local representation from Janeen Sollman.Some support1 report
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Road closures due to a vehicle crash on August 4, 2026, involving the Columbia River area near Chelan.Some support1 report
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Vanport, a new construction project, was built on low-lying land along the Columbia River, situated between the cities of Portland and Vancouver, Washington.Some support2 reports
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A fire has started on the Washington side of the Columbia River gorge.Some support1 report3 developments inside
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Fire weather warnings are in place for the Columbia River Gorge, Central Oregon, and Rogue/Applegate Valleys, including a wildfire near Metolius.Some support1 report
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Astoria overlooks the mighty Columbia River.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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Ferry service connects Astoria to the Columbia River.Some support1 report
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Upper Toutle River flows into the lower Columbia basin.Some support2 reports
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The Port of Benton's marine terminal is situated along the Columbia River.Some support1 report
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Wildfires are forcing evacuations near the city of Leavenworth, along the Columbia River in Grant County.Some support3 reports1 development inside
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Wildfires are impacting the river system near Castlegar, involving the Columbia River.Some support1 report
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A facility owned by a Japanese company is located near Portland and the Columbia River.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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A pipeline runs along the Columbia River, and Brown argues against the proposed rules put forth by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.Some support1 report
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Fire activity was reported near the Columbia River on July 8th.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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A fire in Douglas County is threatening Brandt's Landing, Dudley Lake, and Lone Pine Lake while hitting the Columbia River.Some support3 reports
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Amazon funds projects to manage Columbia River water flows and settles allegations regarding a nitrate pollution incident.Some support2 reports1 development inside
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Air show performances are taking place along the Columbia River, with preparations reported from the Kennewick area.Some support1 report
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A fire broke out near the Columbia River and subsequently moved through Main Street in Beverly, Grant County.Some support1 report
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The Columbia River flows through the Chinook Landing Marine Park area.Some support1 report
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Aircraft scooped water from the Columbia River.Some support3 reports
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What's reaching Columbia River
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News at the entities that move Columbia River most-
Bonneville Power Administration StructuralSteve Grega is seeking to lead the relicensing process for the Cowlitz Falls Dam, amid concerns over BPA's power supply decisions.Moves Columbia River
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British Columbia StructuralLorne Doerkson held a campaign stop in Surrey, promising economic help without new taxes to support the BC Conservative party.Moves Columbia River
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Tina Kotek OperationalGovernor Tina Kotek monitored a tragic event that occurred in Bend on October 15, 2026.Moves Columbia River
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National Weather Service OperationalThe National Weather Service operates from its Fairbanks office, where meteorologist Andrew Stokes works.Moves Columbia River
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House OperationalThe Pennsylvania State House is examining a new policy regarding the management of biosolids.Moves Columbia River
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Christopher Columbus Mentioned togetherAmerigo Vespucci reached Lake Maracaibo, while Christopher Columbus sighted the Paria Peninsula in 1498.Moves Columbia River
Connections
The 40 strongest of 130, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Revelstoke Dam Structural
Revelstoke Dam is physically situated on the Columbia River.
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Longview Structural
The city of Longview relies on the Columbia River for its existence and water supply, while its industrial activities introduce contaminants.
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Bonneville Power Administration Structural
The BPA manages the Federal Columbia River Power System, utilizing the river as a resource and controlling infrastructure within the basin.
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Hood River Structural
Hood River flows into the Columbia River, forming a permanent tributary relationship.
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Nippon Paper Group Operational
they act on each other directly
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Michael Simon Transactional
Michael Simon issued a preliminary injunction regarding dam removal affecting the Columbia River.
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Chinook Landing Marine Park Structural
The park's existence and function are dependent on the river's flow through the area.
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Spokane River Structural
Spokane River functions as a major tributary, contributing its flow to the larger Columbia River system.
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Vancouver Structural
The river's flow and presence are the foundational factors that dictated the location and defined the environmental conditions of the city.
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North Fork Toutle River Structural
The North Fork Toutle River is geographically contained within the lower basin of the Columbia River.
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British Columbia Structural
The Columbia River is a major geographical feature whose existence and management are intrinsically linked to the borders and governance of British Columbia.
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John Day River Structural
The two rivers merge at a confluence point, establishing a functional tributary dependency.
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Tina Kotek Operational
Tina Kotek actively engages in policy and litigation concerning water transfers and dam removal on the Columbia River.
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Bonneville Dam Structural
The dam is a physical component of the Columbia River system, actively managing flow and impacting the river's ecology.
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National Weather Service Operational
The National Weather Service monitors the Columbia River corridor and issues watches and warnings based on its current conditions.
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House Operational
The House is currently considering management actions regarding the Columbia River, specifically concerning pinniped populations.
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Kewa Operational
The infrastructure relies on the river as a source of water, which is actively scooped from the Columbia River.
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John Day Dam Structural
The dam functions within the river system, and its operations affect river flow and fish passage.
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Oregon Water Resources Department Structural
The agency is responsible for tracking and managing individual water rights related to the Columbia River basin.
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Marie Gluesenkamp Perez Operational
Perez actively influences river management policies and secures federal funding for infrastructure projects related to the Columbia River.
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Bob Ferguson Shared context
Bob Ferguson is involved in state intervention regarding chemical contamination and management of the Columbia River.
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Portland International Airport Structural
The airport's operational facilities are situated within the Columbia River basin and are subject to flood risk from the river system.
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Nippon Paper Industries Operational
they act on each other directly
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Douglas County Operational
The county's land management and fire risk profile directly impacts the health and flow of the Columbia River.
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Amazon Operational
Amazon actively interacts with the Columbia River by funding water management projects and locating data centers near the waterway.
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Google Structural
Google operates a data center in The Dalles, which utilizes water from the Columbia River.
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Christopher Columbus Mentioned together
The river is named after a ship that paid homage to Columbus's expedition.
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agriculture Structural
The agricultural industry relies on the Columbia River as a critical water source for its operations.
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Snake River Operational
The two river systems are functionally linked through the shared management of migratory fish issues.
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Columbia River Inter-Tribal Fish Commission Structural
The Commission's operational mandate focuses on the management and health of the river ecosystem.
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Kootenay River Structural
The two rivers are physically connected, enabling the movement of fish and shared ecological function.
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Washington Department of Ecology Operational
The Washington Department of Ecology monitors the health of the fish population within the Columbia River system.
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Pasco Shared context
The Columbia River provides a critical geographical and logistical context that influences the Pasco region.
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Transport Canada Structural
Transport Canada issues and enforces regulations regarding life-jacket use for activities taking place on the Columbia River.
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Idaho Shared context
Idaho is geographically situated within the Columbia River basin, where agricultural operations are supported by the river's tributaries.
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Washington Department of Natural Resources Operational
The Washington Department of Natural Resources actively intervenes in the Columbia River for environmental and safety purposes.
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WSDOT operations functionally rely on the river as a resource for fire suppression efforts.
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Portland Meadows Shared context
The Columbia River's high water levels caused a deluge at Portland Meadows.
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Toutle River Shared context
The Toutle River is a tributary that flows into the lower Columbia River basin.
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Okanogan County Shared context
Okanogan County manages emergency responses and evacuation notices for residences located along the Columbia River.
History
Events by the month they beganOctober 2026
6 events- Several local coffee businesses, including Buckman and Thatcher's Coffee, are operating and expanding in the Portland area.
- The Columbia River flows near the Revelstoke area.
- Water management issues are affecting river conditions, with Columbia River tributaries reaching into Idaho.
- A district stretches down through Franklin County to the Columbia River.
- The Cowlitz Indian Tribe is developing a destination in Ridgefield, showcasing Pacific Northwest ingredients and history related to river waterways.
- A fishing spot near the Columbia River was reported on October 5, 2026, involving Joseph Little.
September 2026
7 events- The Green River feeds the Snake River system, which flows into the Columbia River, while water is pumped to New Mexico.
- DUC is testing restoration projects in British Columbia near the Columbia and Kootenay Rivers, led by Matthew Wilson.
- Tulsi Gabbard was seen in a Georgia ballot warehouse as the Columbia River system faces reduced water flow, while BPA utilizes the river and a Grange promotes rural power models.
- The Columbia River forms a major geographic feature, and the I-5 bridge connects the cities of Portland and Vancouver.
- Governor Kotek's office announced that the State of Oregon supports fisheries in Clatsop County.
- An effort backed by the Trump administration focuses on the region's natural resource economy.
- A sunken ship was removed from the Columbia River on September 1, 2026.
August 2026
19 events- The Spokane River, a tributary of the Columbia River, is influenced by upstream snow season in Idaho, while Schulz works on river science advocacy.
- Wildfires are racing along the Columbia River in Ferry County, prompting unprecedented alerts from the National Weather Service.
- A project inspired by the Columbia River's landscape was discussed by its founders in Seattle.
- Sea lions have returned to the Columbia River, consuming Chinook and steelhead runs, prompting ODFW monitoring and critique of the MMPA.
- Low summer steelhead returns on the John Day River fall below the 20,000 threshold.
- A smoke plume has been observed moving toward the Columbia River, near Kennewick.
- Protests against industrial impacts occur as nuclear waste seeps into soil, linking data center power needs to the Columbia and Colorado Rivers.
- The survival of the fishing guide industry is now dependent on the policies and actions of Governor Kotek regarding the Columbia River basin.
- A museum project overlooking the Columbia River Gorge is hosting a centennial celebration featuring Romanian cultural elements.
- An article published in Columbia Gorge News details incidents involving the Columbia River and Hood River.
- Astoria Regatta celebrates maritime tradition on the Columbia River.
- Dam construction at the Grand Coulee Dam has led to the extinction of ancient salmon runs in the Columbia River system.
- Fires are impacting the immediate surroundings of the Columbia River and threatening Kootenay Lake.
- The Columbia River and Kootenay River connect, facilitating fish movement.
- Data centers are located in Hillsboro, Oregon, near the Columbia River, with local representation from Janeen Sollman.
- Road closures due to a vehicle crash on August 4, 2026, involving the Columbia River area near Chelan.
- Vanport, a new construction project, was built on low-lying land along the Columbia River, situated between the cities of Portland and Vancouver, Washington.
- Fire weather warnings are in place for the Columbia River Gorge, Central Oregon, and Rogue/Applegate Valleys, including a wildfire near Metolius.
- Ferry service connects Astoria to the Columbia River.
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July 2026
19 events- Salmon are observed migrating along the Columbia River.
- The Columbia River flows through British Columbia and is a shared resource that First Nations are working to restore.
- Introducing legislation to modify river management policies for the Columbia River.
- Tina Kotek is hesitant on a water transfer proposal, and the Oregon Water Resources Department is tracking individual water rights in the Columbia River basin.
- Data centers are clustered near the Columbia River, and diesel generator exhaust is threatening the river's health.
- Upper Toutle River flows into the lower Columbia basin.
- The Port of Benton's marine terminal is situated along the Columbia River.
- Wildfires are forcing evacuations near the city of Leavenworth, along the Columbia River in Grant County.
- Wildfires are impacting the river system near Castlegar, involving the Columbia River.
- A facility owned by a Japanese company is located near Portland and the Columbia River.
- A pipeline runs along the Columbia River, and Brown argues against the proposed rules put forth by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission.
- Fire activity was reported near the Columbia River on July 8th.
- A fire in Douglas County is threatening Brandt's Landing, Dudley Lake, and Lone Pine Lake while hitting the Columbia River.
- Air show performances are taking place along the Columbia River, with preparations reported from the Kennewick area.
- A fire broke out near the Columbia River and subsequently moved through Main Street in Beverly, Grant County.
- The Columbia River flows through the Chinook Landing Marine Park area.
- Aircraft scooped water from the Columbia River.
- Wildfires are causing public land closures along the Columbia River in Central Oregon.
- Cyrus Javadi spoke out against BPA funding cuts while operating in the lower Columbia River.
June 2026
9 events- A plant situated along the Columbia Riverbank in Longview, and personnel traveled to the mill site following an incident.
- A chemical spill occurred on May 28, 2026, from an imploded tank at a facility in Longview, affecting the Columbia River.
- ODFW is managing fisheries in the Columbia River while BPA announces the termination of its share of the SAFE program funding, impacting county partners.
- The Washington Department of Ecology is monitoring fish population health in the Columbia River near Longview, Cowlitz County.
- A paper mill is located in the Columbia River basin.
- Sammamish is a city in Washington State, situated near Seattle, and includes parks like Ebright Creek and Beaver Lake.
- A fire has started on the Washington side of the Columbia River gorge.
- Astoria overlooks the mighty Columbia River.
- Amazon funds projects to manage Columbia River water flows and settles allegations regarding a nitrate pollution incident.