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Fire breaks out near Lake Billy Chinook in Jefferson County, some evacuation orders issued

KATU 2 Portland

Aug 24, 2025

A fire broke out in Jefferson County on Thursday afternoon , prompting Level 3 -- GO NOW evacuations for some areas south of Lake Billy Chinook.The Jefferson Cou |!| Portland Jeffe…

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