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Grasshopper Fire Prompts Evacuation at Mt. Hood Meadows as Blaze Spreads

Grasshopper Fire Prompts Evacuation at Mt. Hood Meadows as Blaze Spreads

The Grasshopper Fire in Oregon has shifted westward, leading to a Level 3 'Go Now' evacuation order for Mt. Hood Meadows. The fire has burned over 34,659 acres and is only 19% contained. Fire officials have established strong contingency lines around the resort, which is situated in a defensible space. The Oregon Department of Transportation reports that Highway 35 remains open, but the public is advised to stay away to allow fire personnel to work. The situation is part of a broader pattern of wildfires affecting the region amid high temperatures and dry conditions.

Air Quality Advisory Issued for Portland and Other Oregon Areas Due to Wildfires

Air Quality Advisory Issued for Portland and Other Oregon Areas Due to Wildfires

The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an air quality advisory for the Portland metro area and several other counties in Oregon due to smoke from multiple wildfires in Oregon and Washington. The advisory affects areas including Baker, Clackamas, Crook, Deschutes, Harney, Jefferson, and others. The advisory is expected to last until at least Tuesday afternoon, with smoke levels subject to rapid changes depending on weather conditions. Residents are advised to stay indoors, avoid strenuous outdoor activities, and use air purifiers to mitigate the effects of smoke.

Oregon Extends Deadline for SNAP Recipients to Replace Benefits Lost in July Wildfires

Oregon Extends Deadline for SNAP Recipients to Replace Benefits Lost in July Wildfires

The Oregon Department of Human Services has extended the deadline for Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) recipients in 12 counties to request replacement benefits for food lost or spoiled during July wildfires. The new deadline is August 14, 2026. This extension comes as wildfires continue to ravage the state, surpassing previous wildfire acreage records. The affected counties include Baker, Crook, Deschutes, Gilliam, Harney, Jackson, Jefferson, Sherman, Umatilla, Union, Wasco, and Wheeler. Typically, residents have 10 days to report food losses due to natural disasters, but this extension provides additional time for those impacted by the wildfires.

Northwest Wildfire Smoke to Impact Air Quality in Seattle and Portland

Northwest Wildfire Smoke to Impact Air Quality in Seattle and Portland

Smoke from numerous wildfires in the Northwest is expected to affect air quality in Seattle, Portland, and other cities in the region. The fires, primarily burning in eastern Oregon and Washington, have already destroyed hundreds of homes and businesses. Changing wind patterns are expected to carry smoke into western parts of these states, including major urban areas along the Interstate 5 corridor. The smoke is anticipated to linger for several days, potentially exacerbating health issues for residents. The situation is compounded by record heat, with temperatures expected to reach 90 degrees in Seattle and 100 in Portland.

Eugene-Springfield Utilities Implement Wildfire Safety Measures Amid Red Flag Warning

Eugene-Springfield Utilities Implement Wildfire Safety Measures Amid Red Flag Warning

In response to a red flag warning in Lane County, Oregon, utilities such as Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) have activated wildfire safety settings. These settings ensure that power lines automatically shut off if they are disturbed, such as by falling branches, to prevent wildfires. The red flag warning, which indicates high fire risk due to low humidity and strong winds, has ended without major fires reported. However, small fires were extinguished in Pleasant Hill and near Jasper. The air quality in the region has degraded due to smoke from wildfires east of the Cascades, affecting sensitive groups.

Wildfire Smoke Deteriorates Air Quality Across Utah's Wasatch Front

Wildfire Smoke Deteriorates Air Quality Across Utah's Wasatch Front

Wildfire smoke from large fires in the Northwest has drifted into northern Utah, significantly lowering air quality along the Wasatch Front. The smoke, carried by winds from Washington, Oregon, and Idaho, has resulted in hazy skies and the smell of fire in the region. State air quality officials warn that individuals with respiratory issues, children, and older adults are particularly vulnerable to the effects of the smoke. Residents are advised to limit outdoor activities and keep windows closed to reduce exposure.

Red Flag Warning Issued for Campbell County Due to Fire Weather Conditions

Red Flag Warning Issued for Campbell County Due to Fire Weather Conditions

A red flag warning has been issued for Campbell County, Wyoming, due to strong winds, low humidity, and dry vegetation creating critical fire weather conditions. The warning, issued by the National Weather Service, is in effect from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. The cold front bringing gusty winds of up to 45 mph and low humidity levels poses a significant fire risk. Smoke from wildfires in Washington and Oregon is also affecting the area, potentially reducing visibility.

Washington, Oregon battles fast-moving wildfires. Maps track path

Washington, Oregon battles fast-moving wildfires. Maps track path

Hot, dry and windy conditions have fueled multiple wildfires across the Pacific Northwest. Here's where they're burning.

Eastern Washington fires have burned 600 structures and forced the evacuation of 60,000 people

Eastern Washington fires have burned 600 structures and forced the evacuation of 60,000 people

Authorities say wildfires in eastern Washington state forced the evacuation of 60,000 people in the Spokane area, including patients at its U.S. Veterans Affairs hospital, while destroying at least 600 homes, businesses and other structures

Northwest Wildfire Smoke to Impact Air Quality in Seattle and Portland

Northwest Wildfire Smoke to Impact Air Quality in Seattle and Portland

Wildfire smoke from numerous large fires in the eastern regions of Oregon and Washington is expected to move into western parts of these states, including major cities like Seattle and Portland. The shift in wind patterns, from the typical west-to-east onshore flow to an east or northeast offshore direction, is driving the smoke into the Interstate 5 corridor and the Willamette Valley. This change is forecasted to result in unhealthy air quality levels in these areas. Additionally, the same weather pattern is causing a heatwave, with daytime highs potentially reaching 90°F (32°C) in Seattle and 100°F (38°C) in Portland. However, dense smoke could slightly reduce these temperatures. Relief is expected later in the week as temperatures gradually cool, and monsoon thunderstorms may bring rain to the northern Rockies, though this could also lead to flash flooding in recently burned areas.

Fires near Spokane, Washington, have burned 600 structures and forced 60,000 evacuations

Fires near Spokane, Washington, have burned 600 structures and forced 60,000 evacuations

Authorities say wildfires in eastern Washington state forced the evacuation of 60,000 people in the Spokane area, including patients at its U.S. Veterans Affairs hospital, while destroying at least 600 homes, businesses and other structures

Wildfire smoke and heat wave prompt multiple weather alerts in Oregon and Washington

Wildfire smoke and heat wave prompt multiple weather alerts in Oregon and Washington

A Storm Tracker 2 Weather Alert has been issued for a heat wave starting Tuesday in Oregon and Washington, accompanied by wildfire smoke and fire weather concerns. A Heat Advisory will take effect at noon Tuesday for the Willamette Valley, southwest Washington lowlands, and lower Columbia River area, extending toward Longview and Astoria. Temperatures are expected to climb into the low to mid-90s on Tuesday, potentially reaching triple digits on Wednesday. Wildfire smoke is forecasted to impact air quality in the Portland metro area, with an Air Quality Alert already in effect for portions of central and eastern Oregon. Additionally, the southern Willamette Valley is under a Red Flag Warning due to gusty winds and low humidity, while a Fire Weather Watch is set for Tuesday in the Columbia River Gorge and Columbia Basin. (Source: KATU, Source time: 2026-08-03T14:00:00+00:00)