Orders Statewide Firefighting Help for Rowena Fire
Oregon executive order · EO 2025-6
Why it matters
Homes and property near the Rowena Fire get more firefighting help from across the state. The order ends once state fire crews are demobilized from the incident.
What it does
- Lets the State Fire Marshal mobilize fire crews and equipment from across Oregon
- Applies only to the Rowena Fire threatening structures in Wasco County
- Lets the State Fire Marshal move responding resources between sites as needed
- Stays in effect until all state fire resources leave the fire
Signed
Signed (2025-06-12) by Governor Tina Kotek as Executive Order 2025-6
About this order
Orders the State Fire Marshal to send fire crews and equipment statewide to fight the Rowena Fire in Wasco County. The order covers only that fire and remains in effect until state resources are demobilized.
Invocation of Emergency Conflagration Act for the Rowena Fire in Wasco County
Perspectives
💬 The case for
Local fire leaders and the State Fire Marshal requested this help. Supporters would likely say it adds needed firefighters and equipment where the threat is greatest.
💬 The case against
Some residents may worry about how state resources are pulled from other areas. Critics would likely ask for clear reporting on costs and resource use.
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