Governor Kotek Briefed on Severe Wildfire Risk Ahead, Urges Oregonians to Prepare Now
May 05, 2026
May 05, 2026
SALEM, Oregon, May 5 -- Gov. Tina Kotek, D-Oregon, issued the following news release:
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Governor Kotek Briefed on Severe Wildfire Risk Ahead, Urges Oregonians to Prepare Now
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Governor Tina Kotek today received a comprehensive briefing from state wildfire leaders as Oregon heads into what experts warn may be a severe 2026 wildfire season. She also signed a proclamation declaring May 2026 as Wildfire Awareness Month, which can be found here. . . .
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Governor Kotek Briefed on Severe Wildfire Risk Ahead, Urges Oregonians to Prepare Now
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Governor Tina Kotek today received a comprehensive briefing from state wildfire leaders as Oregon heads into what experts warn may be a severe 2026 wildfire season. She also signed a proclamation declaring May 2026 as Wildfire Awareness Month, which can be found here. . . .