MOSIER, Ore. (AP) — A wildfire burning in the scenic Columbia River Gorge has grown to nearly 800 acres and is threatening hundreds of homes.
The fire broke out Wednesday in the community of Mosier, which is between Hood River, Oregon, and The Dalles along Interstate 84. It is believed to have been caused by humans.
Oregon Governor Kate Brown on Wednesday night said the fire was threatening about 300 homes, and the Wasco County Sheriff’s Office has ordered residents of several roads in Mosier to evacuate.