Oregon is moving into a more dangerous and more intense wildfire season complicated by the stateâs continued and deepening drought.
That is the overall assessment presented during a media briefing Thursday afternoon, June 3, conducted by Gov. Kate Brownâs office that included a number of state agency representatives.
âWe are seeing longer duration and more complex fires,â Oregon State Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple said. âWe are looking at fires in a different way this year and there is significant concern of the fires we are seeing and where these fires are.â
Much of Oregon is facing abnormal drought conditions, according to Oregon Department of Forestry Fire Protection Chief Doug Grafe.
Oregon reports 3 more COVID-19 related deaths, 258 new cases
Newly reported deaths include 22-year-old Washington County man
PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) There are three new COVID-19 related deaths in Oregon, raising the state’s death toll to 2,694, the Oregon Health Authority reported Sunday.
OHA also reported 258 new confirmed and presumptive cases of COVID-19 as of 12:01 a.m. Sunday, bringing the state total to 203,252.
Vaccinations in Oregon
There is no update on vaccinations in Oregon Sunday, due to maintenance of the ALERT IIS. Monday s update will include updated data from Saturday and Sunday.
COVID-19 hospitalizations
The number of hospitalized patients with COVID-19 across Oregon is 198, which is two more than Saturday. There are 58 COVID-19 patients in intensive care unit (ICU) beds, which is two fewer than Saturday.
Jun 4, 2021
Photo: Corvallis Mountain Rescue
Oregon’s search and rescue community has seen a steady increase in search and rescue missions since the COVID-19 pandemic began. As summer approaches and restrictions lift, more Oregonians and visitors are heading out to enjoy and explore the state’s beautiful landscape. The Oregon Office of Emergency Management (OEM) is urging the public to stay safe with advance planning and preparation before their next outdoor adventure.
“I can’t stress enough how important it is for people to make a plan before heading out to explore the outdoors,” said State Search and Rescue Coordinator Scott Lucas. “Know your limits and make sure to carry the proper equipment and supplies – even if you’re only planning to be out for a few hours.”