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Published on 07:46 GMT

Gov. Kotek, saying Oregon agencies must do better, isn’t shy about sending leaders packing

Published 11:25 am Saturday, May 3, 2025 By CARLOS FUENTES and SAMI EDGE / The Oregonian/oregonlive.com via TNS When Gov. Tina Kotek took office, she pledged to hold state agencies accountable. Just over two years into her tenure, she’s proven she’ …

Source: The Rogue Valley Times - Oregon - Pending
Published on May 3, 2025

Berkshire's Abel says wildfires prompted new approach to keeping lights on

By Jonathan Stempel OMAHA, Nebraska (Reuters) -Berkshire Hathaway Vice Chairman Greg Abel said on Saturday that "keeping the lights on" is no longer a priority for the conglomerate's utilities when the threat of wildfires becomes excessive. …

Source: Yahoo Finance - Pending
Published on May 2, 2025

Proposed Oregon wildfire funding bill could impose additional $.05 beverage container tax

SALEM, Ore. (KATU) — A proposed bill from State Representatives aims to fund long-term wildfire prevention and mitigation. The catch is an additional 5-cent tax on beverage containers. The 5-cent tax would be in addition to the 10-cent deposit on cans and …

Source: KMTR - Oregon - Indeterminate
Published on May 3, 2025

Gov. Tina Kotek, saying Oregon agencies must do better, isn’t shy about sending leaders packing

When Gov. Tina Kotek took office, she pledged to hold state agencies accountable. Just over two years into her tenure, she’s proven she’s not afraid to fire people to do so. Since winning the state’s top office, Kotek has ousted at least five key agency …

Source: OregonLive.com - Neutral
Published on May 3, 2025

Forest Service Clears Long-Term Homeless Encampment in Oregon Ahead of Wildfire Prevention Work

Officials say the operation was necessary to carry out critical brush clearing and controlled burns in Deschutes National Forest. By yourNEWS Media Newsroom The U.S. Forest Service has removed a long-standing homeless encampment in Oregon’s Deschutes …

Source: [your]NEWS - Right-wing
Published on May 3, 2025

U.S. Forest Service Removes Homeless Camp From National Forest in Oregon to Do Maintenance Work

Screenshot: Central Oregon Daily News/Youtube Every state in the country has problems with homeless people, but some blue states have allowed the problem to get much worse. In Oregon, the U.S. Forest Service has been planning to do some necessary …

Source: The Gateway Pundit - Right-wing
Published on May 2, 2025

Governor Kotek Announces Wildfire Prepared Partnership

Today, Governor Kotek announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) and the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), launching a partnership to explore ways to build resilience …

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Published on May 2, 2025

Escaped debris burns on the rise around Central Oregon in recent weeks, can cause costly wildfires

PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) -- The Oregon Department of Forestry’s Central Oregon District reported Friday it's seeing an uptick in escaped debris burn piles, with several over the past few weeks burning up to 30 acres in size. For example, a recent 8-acre …

Source: KTVZ - Oregon - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

US Forest Service Clearing Out Long-Term Homeless Encampments in Oregon

The opinions expressed by contributors are their own and do not necessarily represent the views of RedState.com. In Oregon, the National Forest Service is preparing to do some forest maintenance in the Deschutes National Forest. That's all to the good; …

Source: Red State - Right-wing
Published on May 2, 2025

Wildfire prevention expands in Medford parks since Almeda Fire

OREGON - The Parks, Recreation and Facilities department is ramping up its wildfire fuel mitigation efforts in response to the devastating Almeda Fire of 2020. According to the department, the focus is on reducing fire risks in City parks and open spaces. …

Source: KDRV - Oregon - Pending
Published on May 2, 2025

Medford BLM starts spring burns to reduce wildfire threats

MEDFORD, Ore. - The Bureau of Land Management is set to commence prescribed burning operations in southwest Oregon starting in May. This initiative aims to reduce wildfire threats and restore forest functions. According to BLM, around 1,500 acres of public …

Source: KDRV - Oregon - Pending
Published on May 2, 2025

Washington State prepares for above-average wildfire season

WASHINGTON - The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) confirmed the possibility of an above-average fire season. In April, the National Interagency Fire Center released a report detailing wildland fire potential through the summer of …

Source: KNDU - Washington State - Neutral
Published on May 2, 2025

REPEAL OF OREGON’S WILDFIRE HAZARD MAP – by Sandy J. Brown

On Real Estate & More – May 2025 Editor’s Note: At press time Oregon Legislature has passed SB 83. AS OF THE WRITING OF THIS ARTICLE, a bill intended to repeal Oregon’s controversial Wildfire Hazard Map and related property regulations was unanimously …

Source: Jacksonville Review - Oregon - Neutral
Published on May 1, 2025

Dismissal of climate experts impairs wildfire planning, says SOCAN Leader

MEDFORD, Ore. – The recent dismissal of hundreds of experts tasked with writing the nation’s foremost climate report is a dangerous denial of science that hinders Southern Oregon’s ability to prepare for critical threats like worsening wildfires, according …

Source: KOBI 5 - Oregon - Pending
Published on May 1, 2025

US Forest Service starts clearing homeless camp in Oregon national forest

BEND, Ore. (AP) — Dozens of homeless people who have been living in a national forest in central Oregon for years were being evicted Thursday by the U.S. BEND, Ore. (AP) — Dozens of homeless people who have been living in a national forest in central …

Source: Mountain View Today - Pending
Published on May 1, 2025

Wildfire Smoke Tied to More Respiratory Hospitalizations in Older Adults

New research shows that high levels of smoke pollution are linked to an increase in hospitalizations for respiratory diseases among older adults.1 “This study, to our knowledge the largest study of smoke PM2.5 and hospitalization to date, found strong …

Source: HCPLive - Pending
Published on May 1, 2025

After the wildfires: Rebuilding and protecting Los Angeles

(Photograph courtesy of gettyimages.com/Jessica Christian) By Robert L. Reid Civil engineers have a critical role to play in the aftermath of the January wildfires that devastated the Los Angeles region. Los Angeles has long ranked high on ASCE’s …

Source: Civil Engineering - Virginia - Pending
Published on May 1, 2025

Utilities get liability shield for wildfires

A deal has been reached over a measure initially giving sweeping liability protections to the state’s electric utilities if their equipment sparked a wildfire. The agreement eliminates major opposition from insurance companies and trial lawyers who had …

Source: The Foothills Focus - Arizona - Pending
Published on May 1, 2025

State board awards nearly $1 million to combat noxious weeds in Baker County’s 2024 wildfire areas

Published 6:07 am Thursday, May 1, 2025 By Jayson Jacoby | Baker City Herald The Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board has awarded two grants totaling almost $1 million to help private property owners in Baker County combat noxious weeds in areas burned …

Source: Baker City Herald - Oregon - Pending

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 21:04 GMT

Governor Abbott Amends, Renews Wildfire Disaster Proclamation In May 2025

TEXAS, May 3 - May 3, 2025 | Austin, Texas TO ALL TO WHOM THESE PRESENTS SHALL COME: WHEREAS, I, GREG ABBOTT, Governor of the State of Texas, issued a disaster proclamation on October 14, 2024, as amended and renewed in a subsequent proclamation, …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 09:39 GMT

Israel Contains Jerusalem Wildfire After Massive Destruction

(MENAFN) Fire authorities announced Thursday that a vast wildfire that engulfed the Jerusalem area was finally brought under control after raging for nearly 30 hours, leaving a trail of destruction across 20,000 dunams (approximately 4,942 acres). …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 22:14 GMT

Governor Kotek Announces Wildfire Prepared Partnership

Today, Governor Kotek announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Oregon State Fire Marshal (OSFM) and the Insurance Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS), launching a partnership to explore ways to build resilience …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 17:29 GMT

Israel strikes with ‘largest ever’ wildfires

(MENAFN) Israel is grappling with one of the most severe wildfire outbreaks in its history, with fires burning for two consecutive days near Jerusalem. Emergency officials described the blazes as among the largest the country has ever faced. The fires …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 21:04 GMT

Phoenix Dojo Gala to Honor Resilience and Rebuild Pacific Palisades Martial Arts Studio Lost in the LA Wildfires

Gala set for May 17 at Hilton Santa Monica to help rebuild Gerry Blanck’s dojo, lost in the LA fires, and support martial arts programs for local youth. SANTA MONICA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A powerful story of …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 18:41 GMT

Wildfire Community Preparedness Day: PEMCO urges PNW residents to prepare for hot and dry summer

SEATTLE, May 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- While the Pacific Northwest is just beginning to defrost from a wet and cold winter, PEMCO Insurance reminds residents that now is the time to prepare homes and neighborhoods for wildfire season. With Wildfire …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 20:47 GMT

Wildfire Ravages South Korea’s Daegu, Prompting Mass Evacuations

(MENAFN) A wildfire that erupted on Monday in Daegu, a southeastern South Korean city, reignited on Wednesday, prompting urgent evacuation warnings for nearby residents and a nationwide mobilization order. The fire, which initially started on Mount Hamji …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 20:47 GMT

Wildfire Reignites in South Korea

(MENAFN) A wildfire that first ignited on Monday in the southeastern city of Daegu, South Korea, rekindled on Wednesday, triggering evacuation warnings for nearby communities and prompting a countrywide emergency response effort. The fire initially erupted …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 18:07 GMT

Notfallvorsorge ist keine Option, sondern eine Notwendigkeit

Warum ein Notfallrucksack lebensrettend sein kann LANDL, STEIERMARK, AUSTRIA, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- „Die Ereignisse vom 24. November 2023 markieren einen Wendepunkt für unseren Planeten - einen, den die Mehrheit der sogenannten ‚ …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Emergency Services ...
Published on May 2, 2025 - 17:00 GMT

EIN Presswire’s Debut Edition of ‘Heard on the Streets': PR Expert Clears Up Important PR Misconception

Sherrie Handrinos discusses how to earn media coverage and the key differences between earned PR and paid placement WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In the debut edition of “Heard on the Streets,” a new series on …

Distribution channels: Agriculture, Farming & Forestry Industry, Amusement, Gaming & Casino ...
Published on May 2, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Understanding the Free mE® EFT Approach to Emotional Health

Introduction Free mE® EFT Level 1 BURKE, VA, UNITED STATES, May 2, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- YU2SHINE proudly introduces Free mE® EFT Level 1, the foundational course of the proprietary Free mE® Emotional Freedom Technique system—a unique …

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Published on May 3, 2025 - 00:52 GMT

Funding Is Available To Support Cleanup of Your Home

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If your home was damaged but you can live in it safely after the April severe storms and flooding, FEMA may be able to provide you with money to cover costs associated with cleanup and sanitization. This assistance is for eligible …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 21:13 GMT

Hurricane Preparedness Week

May 4 – 10 is Hurricane Preparedness Week, a yearly reminder that your family’s preparedness in your hands. Last year’s hurricane season proves that hurricanes are not just a coastal problem. You may experience high winds, extreme rain and flooding …

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Published on May 2, 2025 - 19:03 GMT

Damaged Vehicle Assistance Available for Kentucky Survivors of April Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – In the aftermath of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides, some Kentuckians are grappling with storm-damaged vehicles. If your insurance doesn’t cover all your storm-related vehicle damage, FEMA …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

FEMA is still here to help West Virginians

CHARLESTON, W.Va. – The deadline to apply for FEMA assistance has passed, but FEMA is still here to help West Virginians. If you have questions about your application, disagree with FEMA’s decision and would like to talk about next steps, or need to update …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

FEMA Alert: Watch for Fraud After April Storms in Kentucky

FRANKFORT, Ky. – If you are a survivor of Kentucky April storms, straight-line winds, tornadoes, floods, landslides and mudslides, you may also be a target of con artists and criminals who try to obtain money or steal personal information. Protect Your …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 06:09 GMT

The Steam Team Joins NADCA, Reinforcing 42-Year Commitment to HVAC Cleaning Excellence in Austin, Texas

The Steam Team Joins NADCA, Reinforcing 42-Year Commitment to HVAC Cleaning Excellence in Austin, Texas. The best air duct cleaning in Austin starts here! AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, May 1, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Steam Team, a leading authority …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 18:46 GMT

Improper Documentation Identified as Major Cause of Insurance Claim Delays

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Timely approval of insurance claims plays a crucial role in helping individuals and businesses recover from loss events. However, industry reports continue to highlight that …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 18:40 GMT

Understanding Chemical Reactions Between Smoke Residues and Building Materials

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Smoke damage from fires can result in much more than visible staining and odor. Chemical reactions between smoke residues and building materials can cause lasting structural damage, …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 18:24 GMT

Understanding the Long-Term Structural Impact of Extreme Heat Exposure

HAMMOND, LA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Prolonged exposure to extreme heat conditions is increasingly recognized as a significant factor in the deterioration of residential, commercial, and industrial structures. As heat …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

ATI Restoration Wins Both 2025 RIA Phoenix Awards for Innovation

ANAHEIM, CA, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ATI Restoration (ATI), one of the largest disaster recovery firms in the nation, has earned top industry recognition by winning both of the Restoration Industry Association’s (RIA) …

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Published on April 30, 2025 - 15:18 GMT

NIST, Ensemble, Ezassi, and IU RedLab Announce Winners of NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge

DC, UNITED STATES, April 30, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Ensemble Consultancy, Ezassi, and the Indiana University RedLab announced the winners of the final phase of the NIST UAS Wireless Data Gatherer Challenge (UAS 6.0), sponsored by the U.S. Department …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Kentucky Survivors Can Apply for FEMA Assistance and SBA Disaster Loan at the Same Time After April Storms

FRANKFORT, Ky. – In addition to applying for FEMA assistance, homeowners and renters in designated Kentucky counties have the option to apply for a low-interest disaster loan from the U.S. Small Business Administration at various stages of their recovery. …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Owen County

FRANKFORT, Ky. –A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Owen County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new Disaster …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Carroll County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center has opened in Carroll County to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides. The new …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in McCracken County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in McCracken County at 1 p.m. on April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Christian County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center is opening in Christian County at 1 p.m. on April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

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Published on May 1, 2025 - 03:02 GMT

Disaster Recovery Center Opens in Butler County

FRANKFORT, Ky. – A Disaster Recovery Center will open in Butler County at 1 p.m. April 30 to offer in-person support to Kentucky survivors who experienced loss as the result of the April severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and …

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