Could Portland handle an urban wildfire? Expert warns city isn't fully prepared

Published on: 08/06/2026

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An expert says Portland relies too heavily on 911 calls to detect wildfires of the likes of Calfiornia's Eaton Fire, while the city says it's prepared.

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