THE DALLES, Ore. – The local Type 3 management team has made progress on wildfire suppression repair, chipping slash and using heavy equipment to restore areas affected by wildfire suppression efforts. As the restoration continues, crews will begin a glide path to demobilizing.
Today, there is a 70% chance of rain with west winds ranging 10-20 mph, gusts up 25 mph, and a slight chance of lightning. Given the forecast, firefighters are preparing for inclement weather. A soft closure of Highway 30 remains in place, local traffic only advised.
Wasco County will hold two Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) events next week to continue to assist individuals and families who have lost their homes or experienced significant damage due to the Rowena Wildfire. Public, private, and nonprofit organizations will join at the Gloria Center, located at 2505 W 7th St. in The Dalles, to offer a wide range of services and resources. MARC events will be held on Monday, June 23 from 12 to 3 PM and Wednesday, June 25 from 4 to 6 PM. For questions about the MARC, call 541-506-2724.
All evacuations have been lifted by the Wasco County Sheriff’s Office: www.facebook.com/WascoCountySheriff
The Rowena Fire Facebook page will remain open for now. A local Public Information Officer will remain available for further inquiry about the Rowena Fire via the email above.
Estimated Size: 3,700 acres
Containment: 93%
Cause: Under investigation
Estimated Cost: $9,135,821.00
Number of Personnel: 80
ODF Incident Commander: Brian Reel