Oregon falls back into drought, wildfire threat increases

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- The warm and dry weather is starting to catch up with the Pacific Northwest as parts of the Beaver State fall back into drought.

Above-average tempers, dry skies, and a growing rain deficit over the last few months are to blame for the moderate drought conditions returning. Western Oregon and the Blue Mountains of eastern Oregon are now under a moderate drought. This comes after weeks of abnormally dry conditions residing over these same areas.

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