Frontier Regional 911

05/30/2026

05/29/2026

Update on HWY 74 Fire

05/29/2026

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05/28/2026

SEVERE STORM WATCH IN EFFECT UNTIL 8PM ⚠️
Residents across our region are encouraged to prepare now before storms arrive. Please take a few minutes to:
• Secure outdoor items that could blow away
• Charge phones and important devices
• Have flashlights and emergency supplies ready
• Stay weather aware and monitor local alerts
• Move vehicles under cover if possible due to potential hail
• Know where to shelter if severe weather develops
If you experience an emergency, call 911. For non-emergency issues, please use the appropriate non-emergency line. Stay safe and be prepared, Frontier Regional 911 is here for you.

BREAKING: SEVERE STORM WATCH issued for parts of Oregon and Idaho until 8PM PDT

05/27/2026

05/26/2026

🚨 ZEN FIRE UPDATE 🚨
Frontier Regional 911 is aware of the ongoing Zen Fire affecting portions of Wheeler, Wasco, and Jefferson Counties.
At this time, updates may be limited through local agency pages. Community members are encouraged to utilize reliable wildfire information sources such as the watchduty.org⁠ for current fire activity, evacuation information, and incident updates.

~5 miles south of Clarno

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country.
This Memorial Day, Frontier Regional 911 extends our deepest gratitude to those who gave their lives in defense of our freedoms. We also recognize the families, friends, and fellow service members who carry their memory forward every day.
As we spend time with loved ones this holiday, may we never forget the true meaning of Memorial Day and the heroes who made it possible. 🇺🇸

05/25/2026

5/24/2026

At approximately 8:00 pm this evening, the Wheeler County Sheriff’s Office, Wheeler County Fire & Rescue, Spray Volunteer Fire Department, and Spray Volunteer Ambulance were dispatched to the 21 Road in Umatilla National Forest within Wheeler County for a text to 911 report of a vehicle fire.

Units arrived on scene to find a diesel pickup and toy hauler trailer fully involved in fire. Crews worked quickly to contain the fire to the immediate area.

We would like to extend our sincere thanks to all responding volunteers and to Frontier Regional 911 for their assistance and coordination this evening.

05/24/2026

Information for travelers on I84.

05/21/2026

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