47K views · 425 reactions | Gov. Kate Brown is briefing the press and public about Oregon wildfires at 12:15 p.m. today. She is expected to detail damage done so far, state and local fire responses and health risks from fires and smoke. | The Oregonian | Facebook

155K views · 1.7K reactions | Wildfires are closing significant routes across western Oregon and into the Cascades. Travelers should check all roads on their routes and be prepared for significant detours or delays. This is video of a wildfire in Molalla just off OR 213. | The Oregonian | Facebook

A wildfire on the Oregon side of the Columbia River Gorge is moving swiftly. The Rowena Fire quickly grew to about 2,500 acres on Wednesday, prompting the Wasco County Sheriff’s Office to issue Level 3 "Go Now" evacuation orders for over 1,400 residents. Additional Level 2 and Level 1 orders were issued, affecting another 7,000 people. Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek activated the Emergency Conflagration Act to boost firefighting resources. A Red Cross emergency shelter is available at The Dalles Middle