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21-Year-Old Eugene Driver Killed in Head-On Crash on Highway 97
A 21-year-old Eugene man was killed Saturday night in a head-on crash on Highway 97 in Klamath County. OSP says the Honda crossed into the southbound lane for unknown reasons and collided with a semi-truck near milepost 200.
Frost Advisory Signals a Chilly Start East of the Cascades
A Frost Advisory is in effect early Wednesday for parts of Klamath, Lake, and Modoc counties as a cooler air mass and clearing skies could push temperatures into the low to mid 30s. Sensitive plants, pets, livestock, and agriculture may be affected.
Extreme Fire Conditions Close Gilchrist, Sun Pass State Forests
Extreme fire conditions have prompted ODF to immediately close the Gilchrist and Sun Pass State Forests to the public. The closures affect more than 93,000 acres in Klamath County, with no reopening date announced.
Evacuations Issued as Crescent Butte Fire Burns Near Gilchrist (UPDATED)
A new wildfire near Crescent and Gilchrist is sending a large smoke column over northern Klamath County and has prompted Level 2 and Level 1 evacuation notices. A temporary evacuation point has been established at La Pine High School.