Winter Weather a Factor as Work Ramps up to Remove Debris
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Winter Weather a Factor as Work Ramps up to Remove Debris

ByTom Atkinson

After marking thousands of trees and staging heavy equipment in snow and rain, the second step of cleanup work is ramping up across the state. Following work with the Environmental Protection Agency to remove hazardous materials and other items from more than 2,000 properties, Oregonians may see crews cutting and stacking hazard trees near roadways,…

Community Advocates Warn Of Waning ‘Honeymoon Period’ Following Wildfires
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Community Advocates Warn Of Waning ‘Honeymoon Period’ Following Wildfires

ByTom Atkinson

Source KLCC.org The outpouring of support for Oregon wildfire victims was strong following September’s destruction. But some fear awareness is waning, just as winter nears. Listen to the full Radio segment here https://www.klcc.org/post/community-advocates-warn-waning-honeymoon-period-following-wildfires Tim Laue is president of the McKenzie River Development Corporation. Standing in the ruins of the town of Blue River, he says…