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Rowe Creek Fire Grows, Evacuations Ordered | Portland News
The Rowe Creek Complex Fire, fueled by lightning strikes from July 15th, now covers over 142,000 acres across Oregon—mostly driven by the Crosswhite Fire racing south toward Highway 26. With winds pushing flames and crews battling around the clock, firefighters are focused on protecting homes and building containment lines. Residents in Wasco and Wheeler Counties are urged to stay alert and ready to evacuate at a moment’s notice. A community meeting is set for Tuesday at Wheeler High School to deliver updates and answer questions. This is a fast-moving, dangerous situation—stay informed…
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