News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
News and Opinion from Sisters, Oregon
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The fire team battling the Lionshead Fire to the northwest of Sisters will host a Virtual Community Meeting on the Lionshead Facebook Page at 7:30 p.m. Saturday. The public is encouraged to to email questions to [email protected] You do not need to have a Facebook account to view the live meeting at www.facebook.com/lionsheadfire. Heavy smoke from The Lionshead, Beachie Creek and Riverside Fires inundated Sisters Country on Friday as westerly winds moved over the crest of the Cascades. The heavy smoke kept temperatures i... Full story
Air quality in the region predicted to remain hazardous through at least Monday. While air quality conditions remain at hazardous levels residents should limit outdoor activity as much as possible, especially the very young, those over 65 and those with heart and lung conditions. Cloth and paper masks help control the spread of COVID-19 but will not protect from wildfire smoke. HEPA filters or a DIY box fan filter can help indoor air quality Helpful links: • OregonAir mobile app (free air quality index tracking):... Full story
