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Central Oregon goes under Red Flag warning as wildfire risk rises
Central Oregon goes under Red Flag warning as wildfire risk rises
Central Oregon goes under Red Flag warning as wildfire risk rises

Published on: 06/17/2026

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Summer conditions and weak winter precipitation have set the stage for a dangerous fire season this year.

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