Wildfire burns rapidly near Mosier; evacuation orders in place

Wildfire burns rapidly near Mosier; evacuation orders in place

A fire near the Columbia River Gorge city of Mosier erupted Monday afternoon, prompting evacuation orders.

Level 3 "Go Now" evacuations issued for Mosier Fire in Wasco County

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- A fire in Wasco County, which is now being called the Microwave Tower Fire, prompted Level 3 "Go Now" evacuations on Monday afternoon. The Level 3 "Go Now" evacuations apply from Rattler Ridge Rd, east to Huskey Rd, north to the border of the city of Mosier and south to the intersection of Huskey Rd and Proctor Rd. Level 2 "Be Set" warnings have been issued from the city of Mosier and from Huskey Rd. east to Mosier Creek…

New fire in Columbia River Gorge prompts urgent evacuations near Mosier

A new fire broke out Monday afternoon near Mosier, in the Columbia River Gorge, and is called the Microwave Fire.