KTVZ

Ochoco National Forest reduces Paulina Complex Fire area closure as containment grows, safety improves

PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) -- After close consultation with fire management officials, the Ochoco National Forest said Wednesday it has reduced the Paulina Complex Fire Area Closure, due to significant ...
KTVZ

Ochoco National Forest closes Paulina Ranger District due to wildfire activity; Malheur Forest took similar step earlier

PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Due to ongoing wildfire activity, the Ochoco National Forest announced Thursday it's implementing a closure of Paulina Ranger District, effective immediately. It's a step ...
The Bulletin

Winter range closures on the Ochoco National Forest begin Sunday

Winter range closures to protect wildlife from human-caused disturbances begin Sunday on the Ochoco National Forest and the Crooked River National Grassland. The closures will remain in place until ...
OPB

Firefighters battle Crazy Creek Fire in Ochoco National Forest

About 400 firefighters are deployed to the Crazy Creek Fire in Central Oregon. A helicopter carries water to fight the Crazy Creek Fire north of Paulina, Ore., on Tuesday, July 30, 2024. Flights are ...
The Bulletin

Ochoco National Forest begins prescribed burns to reduce wildfire risk

Fire crews with the Ochoco National Forest began pile burning operations Monday as part of a hazardous fuels reduction effort aimed at lowering wildfire risk. The prescribed burns are expected to ...