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LIVE BLOG: Grasshopper Fire inches farther west into Mount Hood Wilderness

The Grasshopper Fire grew to 34,659 acres with 19% containment on Wednesday, prompting Level 3 evacuations in parts of Hood ...

Should you cancel your Mount Hood trip? Here’s what fire officials say

But as smoke from nearby wildfires hangs over the city, so does the question: “Should we cancel our trip to Mount Hood this ...

Mt. Hood Meadows under Level 3 'Go Now' evacuation orders as Grasshopper Fire approaches

Mt. Hood Meadows says the area is under Level 3 "Go Now" evacuation as the Grasshopper Fire near Mount Hood grows past 34,000 ...

Grasshopper Fire grows to 57K acres near Mt. Hood, lines along Hwy 35 'looking good'

The Grasshopper Fire burning near Mount Hood saw a little growth on its northern perimeter overnight, fueled by windy conditions, but most of the containment li ...

Grasshopper Fire near Mount Hood grows, is Oregon's highest priority

The Grasshopper Fire has become the highest priority blaze in the state, during a dangerous week for fires in Oregon.

Grasshopper Fire forces Highway 35 closures as winds challenge firefighters near Mount Hood

The Grasshopper Fire has burned about 43,000 acres and remained 23% contained as of Friday morning, according to fire officials.
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35,000-Acre Wildfire Burns Near Mt. Hood Meadows, Evacuation Order Issued

The Grasshopper fire has prompted evacuation of Mt Hood Meadows as of Tuesday morning.
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What’s at Stake as Fires Threaten Mount Hood’s Historic Landmarks and Ski Areas

Every summer since 1924, U.S. Forest Service employees have worked inside the historic Flag Point Fire Lookout in Oregon’s Mount Hood National Forest (MHNF). On July 31, 2026, the high-alpine cabin ...

PGE cuts power in parts of Government Camp to reduce wildfire risk near Mount Hood

The utility says power will return when it's safe as firefighters work to contain the Grasshopper Fire near Mount Hood.