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The Grasshopper Fire near Mount Hood has grown to more than 54,000 acres and is only about 23% contained, with flames advancing toward Highway 35 as firefighting crews work to slow spread and protect communities.
Residents near Mount Hood face evacuation alerts as the Grasshopper Fire grows to about 35,000 acres in the Badger Creek Wilderness, triggering Level 1 Be Ready warnings for Rhododendron and Government Camp and a Level 3 Go Now order for the Mt. Hood Meadows area. About 1,200 firefighters are on scene with air support, while hot, windy weather threatens to complicate containment.
Alaska Airlines unveiled a 14,000-square-foot lounge at Portland International Airport, doubling the size of its previous lounge and offering seating for 220 with private workspaces, regionally inspired food, a fireplace, and a Mount Hood mural by Northwest artist Ben Butler; the mezzanine-level lounge opens June 4 near the South Hall.
The search for 61-year-old hiker Susan Lane-Fournier, missing in Mount Hood National Forest, has been called off after four days due to adverse weather conditions and low chances of survivability, according to the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office.
A search is underway for 61-year-old hiker Susan "Phoenix" Lane-Fournier and her two Malinois-mix dogs, missing since Friday in Mount Hood National Forest. Her truck was found near a trailhead, prompting search efforts by 37 volunteers and K9 teams. Lane-Fournier, an experienced hiker, is known for her familiarity with the area, but concerns grow due to dropping temperatures and her uncharacteristic absence from work. Authorities urge anyone with information to contact the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office.
A fire at Timberline Lodge on Mount Hood disrupted Brian Peeters' wedding plans, but the couple decided to move their ceremony 1,000 feet higher and still tie the knot despite the unexpected setback.
Timberline ski area in Oregon is closed after a fire broke out in the attic of the Timberline Lodge on Mount Hood. The fire was reported at about 9:30 p.m. and was extinguished by 2 a.m. Friday, with no reported injuries. Investigators are working to assess the damage and determine the cause of the fire.
A robotic dog named Spirit is being trained on Mount Hood to navigate rugged terrain in preparation for future missions to the moon and other planets. The research, part of the LASSIE Project involving experts from NASA and five universities, aims to gather data on how the robot interacts with different surfaces, providing insights into planetary formations and movements.
A family of six, including two young children, was rescued after spending a night stranded in the Mount Hood National Forest. They sent an SOS message with their precise location after hiking about eight miles and reaching 3,500 feet in elevation. The Clackamas County Sheriff’s Office coordinated the rescue, which took about 24 hours for the family to reach the command post.
Mount Hood is experiencing its first blizzard in over a decade, with 1 to 4 feet of snow and 55 to 75 mph winds expected, creating blinding conditions at elevations above 3,000 feet. This rare event for Oregon's northern Cascades could bring snow to higher elevations in the Portland area, with the potential for a significant winter storm later in the week.
A 36-year-old Portland woman was rescued after slipping and falling several hundred feet on Mount Hood. The woman sustained injuries and was taken to a local hospital. Portland Mountain Rescue personnel witnessed the fall and provided medical care until additional rescuers arrived. The woman was eventually brought down the mountain and transported to the hospital.
The first significant snowfall of the season is expected to bring between 3 and 5 inches of snow to the Oregon Cascades, particularly Mount Hood, with the potential for hazardous driving conditions along mountain passes. The snowfall is on schedule for this time of year, and if it continues, there may be skiing on Mount Hood by Thanksgiving. However, there is virtually no chance for snow to reach the valley floor.
The Boulder Fire near Mount Hood in Oregon has grown to 160 acres, prompting the implementation of a camping ban in the area. The wildfire is currently burning on the southeast side of Mount Hood, and the Wasco County Sheriff's Office is actively monitoring the situation.