Oregon Department of Forestry.
government agency in the U.S
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What's happening
Active this week
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Responding to a contained brush fire incident in the Pendleton area, involving the Oregon Department of Transportation, Oregon State Police, and Oregon Department of Forestry.Well supported5 reports
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The Oregon Department of Forestry is managing a fire response in Central Oregon.Some support3 reports4 developments inside
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Firefighters from the Oregon Department of Forestry and the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality are working together to minimize smoke from a fire in the Deschutes National Forest.Some support1 report
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Study findings inform operational warnings on risk involving the Oregon Department of Forestry and Oregon State University.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A survey was conducted on September 21, 2026, indicating the current state of forest health in Eastern Oregon.Some support1 report
Earlier this month
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Drought is a major concern for forest health, with ODF entomologist Christine Buhl involved in monitoring.Some support1 report
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Governor Tina Kotek announced securing FEMA grants to boost wildfire response efforts in Central Oregon.Well supported13 reports1 development inside
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FEMA provided over $35 million to the Oregon Department of Forestry for emergency protective measures.Some support1 report
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Wildfires are impacting the Willamette Valley, prompting Red Flag Warnings and increased activity from the Oregon Department of Forestry.Some support6 reports1 development inside
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Burn management affects Willamette Valley ecosystems, and ODF utilizes Corvallis for fire training operations.Some support1 report
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The Oregon Department of Forestry and the state are jointly managing wildfire response efforts.Well supported4 reports2 developments inside
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The state and Oregon Department of Forestry received $122.8 million for wildfire suppression costs and approved $7.5 million for operational funding.Some support2 reports
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ODF is managing the fire response and addressing fire risk in the Blue River area of Linn County.Some support1 report
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California teams are supporting Oregon's largest active wildfires as the state manages its fire response.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Agencies are collaborating on a recreation management plan for the Little North Santiam River.Some support1 report
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Officials are monitoring conditions to determine fire danger levels in coordination with the Oregon Department of Forestry.Some support3 reports
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The Emergency Fire Cost Committee is operational, overseeing a dedicated fund and providing services related to fire incidents.Some support1 report
One to three months ago
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Pendleton is situated within Umatilla County, and the Oregon Department of Forestry is overseen by the Oregon Board of Forestry.Some support1 report
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A fire incident occurred in the Klamath Falls area, requiring a response from the Klamath County Fire District 1, Oregon Department of Forestry, and Bureau of Land Management.Some support2 reports2 developments inside
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The Oregon Department of Forestry is enforcing fire safety laws and advising on fire safety rules in Oregon.Some support8 reports5 developments inside
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Oregon Department of Forestry promotes fire prevention education in partnership with the Oregon State Fair.Some support1 report
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Mutual aid was provided during the Lebanon Fire brush fire on August 9, 2026.Some support2 reports
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A timber company operated equipment and agencies collaborated on fire response in Klamath County.Some support2 reports
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Voters will decide on an initiative to expand controlled burns managed by the Oregon Department of Forestry.Some support1 report
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Firefighting operations are being conducted in Deschutes County, Oregon.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Oregon Department of Forestry is managing the response to the Cottonwood Fire.Some support1 report
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Multiple wildfires are being managed in the Sisters area, with incident command expected in the city.Well supported10 reports5 developments inside
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The Oregon Department of Forestry cooperated with agencies to contain a wildfire on August 2, 2026.Some support1 report
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ODF cameras spotted fires across state lines involving California.Some support1 report
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Fire restrictions have been implemented on lands managed by the Oregon Department of Forestry.Some support1 report
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A commercial fire incident in the Grants Pass/White City area required a multi-agency response due to regional resource strain.Some support1 report
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NWS data is being used to inform fire behavior analysis as part of ongoing fire management efforts.Some support2 reports
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Governor invoked emergency act and the Oregon Department of Forestry responded to a fire in Umatilla County.Well supported9 reports4 developments inside
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The Oregon Department of Forestry is managing a fire response in Central Oregon.Some support5 reports
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An inmate fire crew from the Oregon Department of Corrections assisted the Oregon Department of Forestry with resource management projects in Oregon.Some support1 report
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ODF provided updates near Dufur, noting the Deschutes River defines the county border near Antelope in Jefferson County.Some support1 report
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Fires are currently under management command in Central Oregon, affecting the area.Well supported6 reports3 developments inside
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Coordinated efforts between the National Weather Service, Oregon Department of Forestry, and the American Red Cross are managing a fire incident that is impacting service provision and shelter operations.Some support1 report1 development inside
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The Oregon Department of Forestry is managing the largest fire in Wheeler County, with state resources mobilized.Some support1 report
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Incident management responsibilities for an event in Weston have transitioned back to local jurisdiction.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A rail line connecting Weston and Walla Walla was used as part of a route to Spokane, and forestry agencies documented fire damage on the line.Some support1 report
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Fires are impacting county infrastructure and services in Crook County, Oregon.Well supported3 reports
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Tina Kotek coordinates the state response to the imminent wildfire threat in Oregon.Well supported10 reports3 developments inside
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The Oregon Department of Forestry raised fire danger levels in Jackson County.Some support3 reports
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Moore advocates for safety upgrades to the lake area of Garrison Lake, collaborating on improvements for local recreational areas.Some support1 report
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A fire incident in Lincoln City required a response from multiple agencies, involving the Oregon Department of Forestry.Some support1 report
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The Oregon Department of Forestry mandates permits for the sale and use of fireworks.Some support1 report
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ReSOURCE partners with the Oregon Department of Forestry to handle cleanup efforts related to protected lands in Oregon.Some support1 report2 developments inside
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Ben Cline has been appointed to a leadership role within the Oregon Department of Forestry.Some support2 reports
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Weyerhaeuser collaborates with entities including Lane County and the Oregon Department of Forestry on wildland fire management efforts.Well supported4 reports
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Oregon Department of Forestry and Oregon State University are using predictive models and NIFC data to manage the fire season.Some support4 reports1 development inside
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Starlink was used to provide connectivity and support a mobile command center for operations run by the Oregon Department of Forestry.Some support1 report
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Shared concern over human-caused fire risks involving the Oregon Department of Forestry and the Rogue River Siskiyou National Forest.Some support2 reports
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ODF accessed PacifiCorp's camera network, with Simon Gutierrez serving as PacifiCorp spokesperson.Some support1 report
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The Oregon Department of Forestry posted updates regarding the containment efforts for the Old Emigrant Road wildfire.Some support1 report1 development inside
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A state of emergency has been declared due to the imminent wildfire threat in Oregon.Some support1 report
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Weyerhaeuser partnered with the Oregon Department of Forestry and donated land to Row River RFPD.Some support1 report
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The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) has set new standards that the city of Salem must follow.Some support1 report
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The Oregon Department of Forestry has received a specialized aerial intelligence platform from AEVEX Corp.Some support1 report
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Around Oregon Department of Forestry this week
News at the entities that move Oregon Department of Forestry most-
Ben Cline StructuralBeth Macy and Ben Cline are contesting the Sixth Congressional District seat.Moves Oregon Department of Forestry
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Tina Kotek StructuralThe Oregon State Government has issued an Executive Order establishing new AI procurement safeguards and standards affecting government technology adoption.Moves Oregon Department of Forestry
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Oregon StructuralOpenAI, along with Oregon and other entities, is involved in a push for mandatory national AI safety requirements and federal regulation.Moves Oregon Department of Forestry
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Oregon State University OperationalNegotiations have stalled between the Service Employees International Union and Oregon State University regarding new contract terms for administrative and custodial staff.Moves Oregon Department of Forestry
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Federal Emergency Management Agency StructuralFEMA released funds for projects in Wheeling on September 28, involving Robert Herron.Moves Oregon Department of Forestry
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Burns StructuralBurns and Wilcox has established a broker presence in Denver, Colorado.Moves Oregon Department of Forestry
Connections
The 40 strongest of 89, analyzed from the reporting. The bars show how strongly a change on one side reaches the other.-
Oregon Structural
The Oregon Department of Forestry is a state agency mandated by Oregon to manage protected lands and enforce environmental laws within its jurisdiction.
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Ben Cline Structural
Ben Cline holds the functional role of Section Chief for ODF Field Operations.
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Central Oregon Operational
The Oregon Department of Forestry actively manages fire response and containment efforts within Central Oregon.
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Federal Emergency Management Agency Structural
FEMA provides critical federal funding and regulatory oversight for fire and resource management operations of the Oregon Department of Forestry.
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Burns Structural
Burns serves as the Recreation Facilities Manager for the Oregon Department of Forestry.
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state Structural
The Department operates under the State's authority, jointly managing wildfire response and receiving state funding.
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Oregon Board of Forestry Structural
The Oregon Board of Forestry holds a formal oversight and governing function over the operational activities of the Oregon Department of Forestry.
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Tina Kotek Structural
Tina Kotek, as Governor, directs and supports the Oregon Department of Forestry's response to state emergencies and resource deployment.
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Sisters Operational
The Oregon Department of Forestry actively deploys teams to manage wildfires and impacts air quality in the Sisters area.
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Oregon State University Operational
OSU provides predictive models and study findings that inform ODF's operational risk warnings and fire management.
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Weyerhaeuser Operational
Weyerhaeuser and the Oregon Department of Forestry actively collaborate on wildland fire management efforts.
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PLANS Structural
The company PLANS is subject to operational finalization and oversight by the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF).
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Christine Buhl Structural
Christine Buhl is an entomologist employed by the Oregon Department of Forestry.
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Salem Structural
The Oregon Department of Forestry establishes standards and regulations that the city of Salem must follow.
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Klamath County Operational
Klamath County and the Oregon Department of Forestry coordinate on fire response and resource management efforts.
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Edgecomb Structural
Edgecomb functions as a state aviation officer for the Oregon Department of Forestry.
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National Weather Service Operational
The two agencies maintain an operational partnership where coordinated efforts are undertaken to manage shared fire and weather risks.
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Oregon Military Department Operational
A formal agreement outlines mutual support and coordination between the agencies for firefighting operations.
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Blue River Operational
The Oregon Department of Forestry is responsible for managing fire response operations within the Blue River area.
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Air National Guard Operational
Air National Guard provides operational assistance to ground teams of the Oregon Department of Forestry during fire control efforts.
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Weston Operational
Functional responsibilities for incident management have transitioned from the state agency back to the local jurisdiction.
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Pendleton Operational
The agency conducts operational activities within the geographical area of Pendleton, specifically responding to fire incidents.
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Michael Curran Structural
Michael Curran serves as the Fire Protection Division Chief for the Oregon Department of Forestry.
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Wildfire Structural
The government agency issues guidance and mandates regarding the prevention and management of issues posed by the wildfire phenomenon.
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Oregon Department of Transportation Operational
The relationship is defined by a shared operational response to the grass fire incident.
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Nevada Structural
Nevada provides management capacity through personnel to the Oregon Department of Forestry.
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White City Operational
The Oregon Department of Forestry participated in a multi-agency response to a commercial fire in the White City area.
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Starlink Operational
Starlink provides connectivity services utilized by the Oregon Department of Forestry in remote operational areas.
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Oregon Health Authority Operational
The agencies must coordinate operational responses, such as issuing health warnings and allocating resources, due to the shared threat of wildfires.
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Henley High School Structural
Henley High School provided a mobile command center utilized by the Oregon Department of Forestry for its operational needs.
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Derek Williams Operational
Derek Williams provides specialized meteorological analysis that informs the operational decisions of the Oregon Department of Forestry.
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Willamette Valley Operational
The operational protocols of the Oregon Department of Forestry include issuing fire safety warnings that apply to the Willamette Valley region.
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American Red Cross Operational
The relationship is defined by how fire incidents managed under B's purview impact A's service provision and shelter operations.
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Oregon Department of Corrections Operational
The Oregon Department of Corrections utilizes inmate fire crews to assist the Oregon Department of Forestry in resource management projects.
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Oregon State Fair Operational
The entities maintain an operational partnership to promote fire prevention education.
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Umatilla County Operational
The county and the forestry department coordinate efforts in response to natural incidents such as fires.
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Deschutes County Operational
The Oregon Department of Forestry provides operational reports on fire activity relevant to Deschutes County.
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National Interagency Fire Center Operational
NIFC provides essential data utilized by ODF for operational planning related to fire management.
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Jackson County Operational
The Oregon Department of Forestry provides operational updates regarding fire events and incident responses within Jackson County.
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Moore Operational
Moore collaborates with the Oregon Department of Forestry on safety improvements for local recreational areas.
History
Events by the month they beganSeptember 2026
9 events- Firefighters from the Oregon Department of Forestry and the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality are working together to minimize smoke from a fire in the Deschutes National Forest.
- A survey was conducted on September 21, 2026, indicating the current state of forest health in Eastern Oregon.
- Drought is a major concern for forest health, with ODF entomologist Christine Buhl involved in monitoring.
- FEMA provided over $35 million to the Oregon Department of Forestry for emergency protective measures.
- Burn management affects Willamette Valley ecosystems, and ODF utilizes Corvallis for fire training operations.
- The state and Oregon Department of Forestry received $122.8 million for wildfire suppression costs and approved $7.5 million for operational funding.
- ODF is managing the fire response and addressing fire risk in the Blue River area of Linn County.
- Agencies are collaborating on a recreation management plan for the Little North Santiam River.
- Officials are monitoring conditions to determine fire danger levels in coordination with the Oregon Department of Forestry.
August 2026
14 events- Wildfires are impacting the Willamette Valley, prompting Red Flag Warnings and increased activity from the Oregon Department of Forestry.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry and the state are jointly managing wildfire response efforts.
- The Emergency Fire Cost Committee is operational, overseeing a dedicated fund and providing services related to fire incidents.
- Pendleton is situated within Umatilla County, and the Oregon Department of Forestry is overseen by the Oregon Board of Forestry.
- Oregon Department of Forestry promotes fire prevention education in partnership with the Oregon State Fair.
- Mutual aid was provided during the Lebanon Fire brush fire on August 9, 2026.
- A timber company operated equipment and agencies collaborated on fire response in Klamath County.
- Voters will decide on an initiative to expand controlled burns managed by the Oregon Department of Forestry.
- Firefighting operations are being conducted in Deschutes County, Oregon.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry is managing the response to the Cottonwood Fire.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry cooperated with agencies to contain a wildfire on August 2, 2026.
- ODF cameras spotted fires across state lines involving California.
- Fire restrictions have been implemented on lands managed by the Oregon Department of Forestry.
- A commercial fire incident in the Grants Pass/White City area required a multi-agency response due to regional resource strain.
July 2026
20 events- The Oregon Department of Forestry is managing a fire response in Central Oregon.
- Governor Tina Kotek announced securing FEMA grants to boost wildfire response efforts in Central Oregon.
- California teams are supporting Oregon's largest active wildfires as the state manages its fire response.
- A fire incident occurred in the Klamath Falls area, requiring a response from the Klamath County Fire District 1, Oregon Department of Forestry, and Bureau of Land Management.
- Multiple wildfires are being managed in the Sisters area, with incident command expected in the city.
- NWS data is being used to inform fire behavior analysis as part of ongoing fire management efforts.
- Governor invoked emergency act and the Oregon Department of Forestry responded to a fire in Umatilla County.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry is managing a fire response in Central Oregon.
- An inmate fire crew from the Oregon Department of Corrections assisted the Oregon Department of Forestry with resource management projects in Oregon.
- ODF provided updates near Dufur, noting the Deschutes River defines the county border near Antelope in Jefferson County.
- Fires are currently under management command in Central Oregon, affecting the area.
- Coordinated efforts between the National Weather Service, Oregon Department of Forestry, and the American Red Cross are managing a fire incident that is impacting service provision and shelter operations.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry is managing the largest fire in Wheeler County, with state resources mobilized.
- Incident management responsibilities for an event in Weston have transitioned back to local jurisdiction.
- A rail line connecting Weston and Walla Walla was used as part of a route to Spokane, and forestry agencies documented fire damage on the line.
- Fires are impacting county infrastructure and services in Crook County, Oregon.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry raised fire danger levels in Jackson County.
- Moore advocates for safety upgrades to the lake area of Garrison Lake, collaborating on improvements for local recreational areas.
- A fire incident in Lincoln City required a response from multiple agencies, involving the Oregon Department of Forestry.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry mandates permits for the sale and use of fireworks.
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June 2026
16 events- Responding to a contained brush fire incident in the Pendleton area, involving the Oregon Department of Transportation, Oregon State Police, and Oregon Department of Forestry.
- Study findings inform operational warnings on risk involving the Oregon Department of Forestry and Oregon State University.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry is enforcing fire safety laws and advising on fire safety rules in Oregon.
- Tina Kotek coordinates the state response to the imminent wildfire threat in Oregon.
- ReSOURCE partners with the Oregon Department of Forestry to handle cleanup efforts related to protected lands in Oregon.
- Ben Cline has been appointed to a leadership role within the Oregon Department of Forestry.
- Weyerhaeuser collaborates with entities including Lane County and the Oregon Department of Forestry on wildland fire management efforts.
- Oregon Department of Forestry and Oregon State University are using predictive models and NIFC data to manage the fire season.
- Starlink was used to provide connectivity and support a mobile command center for operations run by the Oregon Department of Forestry.
- Shared concern over human-caused fire risks involving the Oregon Department of Forestry and the Rogue River Siskiyou National Forest.
- ODF accessed PacifiCorp's camera network, with Simon Gutierrez serving as PacifiCorp spokesperson.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry posted updates regarding the containment efforts for the Old Emigrant Road wildfire.
- A state of emergency has been declared due to the imminent wildfire threat in Oregon.
- Weyerhaeuser partnered with the Oregon Department of Forestry and donated land to Row River RFPD.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) has set new standards that the city of Salem must follow.
- The Oregon Department of Forestry has received a specialized aerial intelligence platform from AEVEX Corp.