Level 3 evacuations were issued around Burns and Hines as the Second Flat Fire spread. Officials opened an emergency shelter at Burns High School and warned motorists about Highway 20 and U.S. 395.

The Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs ordered evacuations as the Bench and Beachcomb fires moved toward reservation lands; shelters and a livestock center were set up in Madras.

Low clouds will mix out to mostly sunny afternoons with highs near 82°F; coastal drizzle and brief gusts are possible this afternoon.

Mostly sunny and breezy Saturday in Portland with highs near 77°F. Small Craft Advisories run for coastal waters into the evening.

A 2026 draft forecast warns the Columbia Basin may face sustained summer shortages and more frequent droughts, putting farms and small towns across central Washington at risk.

Level 3 evacuations expanded across parts of Umatilla and Union counties as the Hagen Fire threatened communities near Bingham Road and Spout Springs.

Sunny and warm Friday with inland highs near 88°F. A Small Craft Advisory and gusty winds arrive Saturday, July 25, especially on the coast.

Frequent lightning from a Wednesday storm sparked several tiny blazes in Philomath; crews extinguished them and officials urged residents to pack two‑week go‑bags.

Brief morning storm risk, then inland highs near 86°F. Cooler, less‑humid weekend expected.

Portland hits the upper 90s with patchy smoke and a Heat Advisory through 11 p.m.; cooling centers and transit help are available.

Portland faces upper‑90s heat today with a Heat Advisory in effect and patchy wildfire smoke possible. Limited overnight relief means plan early‑morning or evening activities.

A Heat Advisory will hit Portland Tuesday–Wednesday as inland highs surge into the mid‑to‑upper 90s. Cooling centers and safety tips listed.

Sunny Sunday with highs near 86°F, then a warmup that could push inland highs into the mid‑90s midweek. Plan for limited overnight relief and check local cooling resources.