Oregon wildfires prompt governor to declare state of emergency

Several wildfires coupled with record-breaking heat, continuing hot weather and forecasts for thunderstorms across the state prompted Gov. Kate Brown to declare a state of emergency Wednesday, which will allow the Oregon National Guard to mobilize resources to assist the state Department of Forestry and the state Fire Marshal's Office.

Oregon wildfires prompt governor to declare state of emergency

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