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Oregon Wildfires Update and Air Quality | Portland News
Oregon’s firefighters are still locked in a fierce battle against multiple wildfires, with smoke blanketing the Portland metro and surrounding counties under an air quality advisory expected to last through Wednesday. Sweltering temperatures in the mid to upper 90s add to the strain on crews and residents alike. But there’s a bright spot: the Akawa Butte Fire is now 85% contained, with evacuation orders lifted — though some roads remain closed. This intense situation underscores nature’s raw power and the unwavering resolve of first responders working to protect communities. Listen in…
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