Larch Creek Fire Evacuation Update, Monday, July 15, 10 a.m.
LEVEL 2 - GET SET from Hulse Rd in the north to the White River in the south, east to the Deschutes River and west to Hwy 197. From the west side of the City of Tygh Valley to the intersection of Wamic Market Rd and Fairgrounds Rd., north to the intersection of Fairgrounds Rd. and Shadybrook Rd., east to Hwy 197 and the Deschutes River, from Hwy 197 in the north to the White River in the south. This area has been lowered from Level 3.
Firefighters hold line on Larch Creek Fire on Sunday; Containment at 10 percent
Despite low humidity and high winds predicted to gust to 29 mph on Sunday, July 14, it appears firefighters were able to keep the Larch Creek Fire in check. Winds are predicted to subside for the next few days, reducing the chances of flames breaching the fire lines.
Woman dies after getting pinned in White Salmon River on July 15
A 58-year-old woman recently died after spilling out of a raft in the Upper White Salmon River. She was pinned under water for several minutes before a guide located her on Saturday, July 15. She died despite efforts to revive her and additional care at a nearby hospital.
City Building Admin Team with addition of Spatz as Economic Development Officer
City Manager, Matthew Klebes is pleased to announce Dan Spatz has joined the City of The Dalles team as the Economic Development Officer (EDO) starting July 17, 2023.
There's a bustle in the TD Hustle
Up and at ‘em - TD was buzzing this morning as locals find their Zen, grab their grub and find some cool spots and good deals on Saturday, July 15.