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Inside West Coast scientists’ mission to save America’s wine industry from climate change
The U.S. West Coast produces over 90% of America’s wine, but it’s also prone to wildfires — a combustible combination that spelled disaster in 2020 for the industry and one that scientists are scrambling to neutralize.
2 concerts in Bend canceled due to wildfire smoke
Smoke from wildfires in Canada and Eastern Oregon have degraded air quality across Oregon the past few days.

Central Oregon overcome with wildfire smoke, unhealthy air conditions
Officials advise those living in the affected area to stay indoors as much as possible.

Wildfire smoke causing more frequent bad air days in Oregon, DEQ report shows
Bad air day counts vary greatly by geography, but have increased sharply since 2015 in all of the cities in the report.
A new Oregon Health Authority dashboard offers a way to monitor summertime health hazards
OHA’s new dashboard provides real-time data from emergency departments on heat-related illness, near fatal drownings, wildfire smoke inhalation, and air quality-related respiratory illness.

Weekday Wrap: Wildfire smoke, woodland restoration, an Ashland art exhibition and SOU’s giant donation
Air quality advisories, a study on transgender identities and growth at the Eugene Airport. It's all part of our Weekday Wrap of reporting from across the Pacific Northwest.

Wildfire smoke can change the atmosphere, even a week later
Even when skies appear clear of smoke, authors of a new study say leftover smoke particulates can continue to impact the atmosphere for more than a week.

Southern Oregon keeps breaking records for unhealthy air
Southern Oregon has seen record-breaking levels of wildfire smoke in recent years, leaving residents wondering what the future holds for the region.

Change To Oregon Smoke Rules Seeing Early Results For Prescribed Burns
We’re not getting nearly enough prescribed fire on the ground to restore forests and manage the risk of severe wildfire. Oregon's new smoke rules are intended to change that trend.

Not Enough Is Known About Smoke's Effect On Wildland Firefighters' Health
Wildland firefighters endure smoky conditions rarely experienced in communities. It’s an occupational hazard that scientists and fire agencies are just beginning to understand.