Early Fire Danger In The Region

Warmer temperatures and strong east winds have seen fire response agencies deal with multiple fires in the Gorge related to debris burns getting out of control and campfires not fully extinguished.  Rick Fletcher of The Dalles Unit of the Oregon Department of Forestry says though burn permits are still valid, this weekend expected weather shows temperatures near 85 degrees with fairly stout dry east winds.  He’s advising people not to burn at this time, with fire loads significantly higher than usual for this time of year.  Fletcher adds while snowpack is very good in the region, it is extremely dry at lower elevations with an increased fire danger.

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