A storm on Monday caused thousands of lightning strikes in the Central Oregon area. Learn more about it here.

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The Cram Fire, at 100k acres, is the largest wildfire in the nation. Learn more about it here.

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42% of Oregon is now in a moderate drought. Find out more here.

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A recent lightning storm has sparked over 20 fires in Central Oregon since Tuesday. Learn more here.

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Amid soaring temperatures, the Oregon Department of Forestry has placed new restrictions on campfires, fireworks, chainsaws, and more. Find out more here.

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Parts of Oregon, including the Gorge, are at an increased risk of fire danger today – winds are high and humidity is low. Learn more here.

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Campfire restrictions go into effect on June 1st for multiple areas in Central Oregon, per the Bureau of Land Management. Find out more here.

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Oregon’s first large wildfire of the year, the Butte Creek Fire, has grown to more than 3,000 acres. Learn more about it here.

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There will be prescribed burning today about 15 miles southeast of Bend. Learn more here.

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With warm and dry weather expected, all land managed by the BLM in Oregon and Washington is under fire restrictions. Find out more here.

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