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🌱 Why a John Day fire chief fears this year’s wildfire season

John Day, Oregon Patch AM: a 3 min read

Greetings John Day! We’re your go-to source for what’s happening in town. Read on to get plugged in! ☕️️

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  • Why a John Day fire chief fears this year’s wildfire season

Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: A shower and t-storm; cooler, with a high of 64 and low of 39 degrees.
  • Thursday: Pleasant with periods of sun, temps: high: 71, low: 41.
  • Friday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 66 and low of 39 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Oregon Prepares for a Challenging Summer of Water Shortages and High Fire Risk (nytimes.com) — A John Day-based fire chief warns that low snowpack in the nearby Strawberry Mountains means wildfire season will start earlier and last longer around town this year. With much of the West facing low snow and record warmth, local crews expect drier conditions, higher fire danger, and more pressure on water supplies as summer approaches.
   

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