Jul 9, 2021
July 9, 2021 – In partnership with Columbia Area Transit, Oregon Department of Transportation and Recreation.gov, the U.S. Forest Service has implemented a timed reservation system to manage traffic congestion in order to provide safe public access to Multnomah Falls and the Historic Lodge. Tickets are now available at Recreation.gov and reservations can be made up to two weeks prior to visiting Multnomah Falls.
“We are in alignment with our partners in our quest to ensure safe access to Multnomah Falls,” said Donna Mickley, Forest Supervisor. “This reservation system, coupled with multiple transit options, is a tool we are using to enhance access, reduce congestion and mitigate the associated safety issues at this iconic location.”
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Highway reopens as wildfire burns; Evacuations lowered
Oregon State Police/KPTV
The brush fire broke out the day after Wasco County implemented its burn ban.
Stan Hinatsu with the National Forest Service said the fire kicks off a very early fire season.
“I hope it’s not a bad omen,” Hinatsu said.
Hinatsu said the dry vegetation provided fast fuel for the flames, which started south of the interstate then jumped to the north side thanks to strong winds.
April Acevedo was visiting her grandma at the Pinewood Mobile Manor mobile home park when she said the fire looked like a small pocket of smoke.
OR: WILDFIRE NEAR GOOGLE, HOMES UNDER CONTROL
Oregon State Police/KPTV
The brush fire broke out the day after Wasco County implemented its burn ban.
Stan Hinatsu with the National Forest Service said the fire kicks off a very early fire season.
“I hope it’s not a bad omen,” Hinatsu said.
Hinatsu said the dry vegetation provided fast fuel for the flames, which started south of the interstate then jumped to the north side thanks to strong winds.
April Acevedo was visiting her grandma at the Pinewood Mobile Manor mobile home park when she said the fire looked like a small pocket of smoke.