Both of Oregon’s senators and the bulk of the state’s congressional delegation wrote a letter to federal officials pushing for federal wildfire response preparedness efforts for the 2021 season be stepped up.  Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley were joined by Representatives Cliff Bentz, Peter DeFazio, Earl Blumenauer, and Suzanne Bonamici in writing the letter to the secretaries of the Interior and Agriculture departments.  In it, the lawmakers highlighted the devastation caused by last year’s wildfires, and the expectation of a similar season or worse this year.  The delegation asked for detailed plans for preparation, including personnel, resources, and coordination among agencies.