Fir Mountain Fire update Tuesday, Aug. 4, 8 p.m.
Despite breezy afternoon winds Tuesday, firefighters on the Fir Mountain Fire held the fire within the perimeter and only saw activity from the consumption of unburned fuels within the interior. Fire behavior moderated from the last few days and fire resources were able to focus on establishing and reinforcing firelines. Containment for the fire has increased to 30% this evening. The fire is 313 acres.
Double Dip with a Flip
Garrison Wolfgang and JJ Uaide take a double back flip into the Columbia River in The Dalles on Tuesday afternoon., Aug. 4, 2020. We’re all trying to beat the heat these dog days of summer. It was 93 degrees Fahrenheit in The Dalles today and just 71 degrees in the water. Water cooling is always a good bet.
Adapting Exercise to the “New Normal”
Masks do make workouts a bit more complicated. But after the first few minutes , many can ignore the fact that the mask is even there. It just takes some getting used to it. Options abound for those seeking a good physical challenge, whether taking a class, an online option or tackling the outdoors in the Gorge. Get out there. Get moving. And be safe about it.
UPDATE: Fir Mountain Fire - Aug. 4, 11:11 a.m.
Aircraft will be used today to cool the east side of the fire to allow firefighters to build fireline in these areas. The heavy fuel load within the fire perimeter and the unburned fuel between spot fires creates a significant workload because of the intense heat.
Fir Mountain Fire update as of Monday, Aug. 3, 7:30 p.m.
Air resources were again used to slow the spread of the spotfires in area east of the main fire while crews and equipment were kept busy working to contain any additional spotfires. Winds blowing embers outside the fireline rapidly ignited the dry fuels and challenged firefighters.
Spot fires exacerbate 250-acre Fir Mountain Fire near Odell
Fir Mountain Fire Update on Aug. 3, 7:30 p.m.
I see skies of blue
Early risers beat the heat. Temps are expected to hit 95 degrees today, a far cry from Thursday's 108. Better put ice in the water bottle.
D21 schools to use distance learning to start year
North Wasco County School District to use the Comprehensive Distance Learning format until October 16th. Thereafter, a possible hybrid of in-class and online education could be utilized if conditions are safe enough.
Steve's Winch and the precarious road
Steve Palmer has had a busy week. The tow truck driver was dispatched to Freebridge Road at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday and found two fishermen with an Enterprise Rental car that had gone over the edge of the road about 200 yards from the bottom in a tight turn. Freebridge is no ordinary road.
Can you hear that? It’s the Wing of Destiny and it’s calling your name
Whatever you are doing right now. Stop. Don’t you know what day it is? It’s National Chicken Wing Day. And it’s time to get medieval about it. Five restaurants, six kinds of wings. No limits. Unbuckle your belt and take a flavor vacation.
Earth, Wind & Fire
Columbia Community Connection has just launched its interactive weather, wind and fire feed on our community website - free to all.
Worldwide to raise roof - tax abatement gets unanimous decision
Managers of Worldwide Structures Property Company told The Dalles City Counselors on Monday that they want to locate an affordable housing manufacturing plant in The Port because of its close proximity to Native American Tribes in the Pacific Northwest. Counselors approved their bid for a five-year property tax abatement in The Port of The Dalles.
Police check out private DISH contractor
The Dalles City Police received several calls concerning a door-to-door salesman for Dish Satellite television services on Monday.
Enterprise Zone - Two down; One to go
The Port of The Dalles Board of Commissioners approved an extended enterprise zone for Worldwide Structures Property Company LLC at its Wednesday, July 22, meeting. The tax abatement, already approved by Wasco County, must also be adopted by The Dalles City Council. It is slated to review the agreement on Monday, July 27.
Save Your Cinema
Columbia Cinema of The Dalles will not be able to open this August as owner David Humphrey had hoped for last week. The National Association of Theatre Owners have started a Save Your Cinema campaign at: saveyourcinema.com It urges people to petition congress to help theatres until they can resume normal operations.
The Tale of the Tape
Brady Wolf cuts away some extra plastic while preparing the newest Habitat for Humanity house for paint at the corner of Hood and 10th streets this morning. Cooler temperatures and an already gusty day look to dust things up a bit this Friday, July 24, 2020.
Taking Stock
The recent issue of the P.E.O. Record features a nice piece of history where local Chapter Q contributed to the health of our community back in 1919 during the Spanish Influenza epidemic. International Chapter President Brenda Atchison used the history to point out the “bonds of sisterhood” that has endured to our current time of struggle.
Feeling the Fix
The Dalles Artist Chris Pothier moves his hand along the Decision at The Dalles Mural on Federal Street, pointing out damage and topcoat flaking. The Dalles Mural Society has hired Pothier to repair the mural starting in September.
Taking Care of Your Wellness in a Global Pandemic
The key to staying happy may be tied up in getting out and doing something fun, both good for mind and body. Read more by columnist Erin Peters
Oregon State Police log busy weekend
Oregon State Police had their hands full over the weekend with motor vehicle accidents, animal neglect and drunken drivers.
