ODFW inspectors at Ashland found quagga mussels on a motorboat from Lake Havasu and decontaminated the vessel. Officials warn Clean, Drain, Dry remains the best defense.

Rain returns Tuesday with gusty south winds and hazardous coastal seas. Expect wet, slower commutes and gusty afternoon conditions.

Rain returns Tuesday with gusty south winds. Coastal waters under a Gale Watch.

ODOE published 48 draft "gap measures" to close the state's emissions shortfall; the agency is accepting comment through March 27 as it models which options move the needle.

NWS Pendleton updated a flood warning for Yakima County after the Naches River rose above bankfull; moderate flooding is possible from Cliffdell to Yakima this weekend.

A NOAA geomagnetic‑storm watch raises the chance of faint auroras over parts of Oregon Wednesday night. Cloud cover and light pollution will likely decide who sees anything.

A warm winter left Oregon with roughly 30% of its normal mountain snowpack; experts warn that thinner snow raises the risk of summer water shortages and higher wildfire danger.

Sunny pockets today, then light showers return Tuesday. Coastal boaters should watch advisories.

Floodwaters pushed nearly 200 people from an RV park in Clatskanie on Saturday; shelters were opened while crews assess damage and the NWS warns more flooding is possible.

Cloudy Sunday with a chance of light rain and a brief rain-snow mix; big warm-up arrives Monday with highs in the mid-60s.

A Flood Watch runs through Saturday afternoon as saturated creeks and urban drains stay vulnerable. Expect a drier Saturday with highs near 51°F but heed closures in low spots.

Hillsboro opened sandbag fill stations at Griffin Oaks Park and Frances Street Park ahead of a regional flood watch. Bring a shovel and expect self‑service stations.

Flood Watch through Saturday as an atmospheric river hits Portland; expect 1–2 inches in the valley and gusty winds. Allow extra time for travel.