Rowena Fire Emergency Shelter opening Friday, June 20- Monday, June 23
From Mid-Columbia Community Action Council:
By Miriam Starrett
The Dalles, Ore., June 20, 2025 — MCCAC is working hard to assess the emerging needs of the community following the Rowena fire. With a large influx of tourism due to multiple community events this weekend, hotels in The Dalles are booked, and many fire survivors who’ve lost their homes are having difficulty finding somewhere to stay.
MCCAC will be operating the Emergency Shelter at the Gloria Center from 10am on Friday, June 20, until 8am on Monday, June 23, for community members who lost their homes during the fire.
Rowena Fire Emergency Shelter Info
Emergency sheltering opens at 10 am on Friday, June 23
Emergency Shelter will be open 24 hours a day until 8 am on Monday, June 23
Emergency sheltering at The Gloria Center this weekend is specific to adult individuals who lost their housing in the fire.
MCCAC staff will be using direct referrals from partner agencies or proof of home address to verify housing status.
As a reminder, the Emergency Shelter at The Gloria Center operates under clear Guest Agreement guidelines. During their stay, shelter guests should be prepared act in accordance with Guest Agreement policies for the safety of everyone.
Families with children affected by the fire and in need of emergency shelter should reach out directly to Liz Leon, Shelter Programs Manager, at 541-965-8533 or lleon@mccac.com.
Supply Needs
MCCAC is welcoming the following donations to support shelter operations this weekend.
Twin bed sheets
Towels
Daytime meals: breakfast, lunch and dinner (must be prepared in a commercial kitchen or shelf-stable and microwavable)
Shelf-stable snacks
Fruit (bananas, apples, oranges)
Bottled water
Travel-sized hygiene items:
Shampoo
Conditioner
Deodorant
Men’s and women’s underwear (all sizes)
Women’s socks
Please reach out if you have any questions about operations or getting involved.
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