Welcome, friends.

Columbia Community Connection was established in 2020 as a local, honest and digital news source providing meaningful stories and articles. CCC News’ primary goal is to inform and elevate all the residents and businesses of the Mid-Columbia Region. A rising tide lifts all boats, hop in!

All tagged Sunset Valley Fire

Jul 14

Jul 14 'A Firey Blur' First Hand Account of Fire That Destroyed 100-Year-Old Barn in Wasco County

Cole Goodwin

The Dalles, Wasco County, Home Page

“It was kind of a blur, the whole thing happened so quickly,” said Lana Bishop-Atkins, “It took only minutes from the time we saw smoke on the other side of the hill to the time it was within feet of our houses.”

Jul 5

Jul 5 Sunset Valley Fire 85 percent Contained on July 4th

Columbia Community Connection

Positive News

Firefighters continued to monitor the area on Saturday, July 3rd and due to the hard work of fire crews, control and oversight of the area was returned to local authorities on July 4th.

Jul 2

Jul 2 UPDATE: Valley Fire just east of TD has burned 987 acres so far; no injuries

Tom Peterson

Home Page

Strong winds pushed the Sunset Valley Fire, which was burning in mostly brush and wheat, in a southeast direction, forcing evacuations and road closures. The fire damaged one barn, several outbuildings, multiple vehicles and a portion of a local cherry orchard. Firefighters were able to protect the homes in the area and no injuries have been reported.