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As Wildfires Burn 1+ Million Acres Across Oregon, Merkley, Wyden Press FEMA on Denial of Emergency Federal Assistance

Oregon senators pressed FEMA over its denial of emergency wildfire aid as more than 1 million acres burned across the state. They said the agency’s decision departs from historical criteria and could affect fast-moving fire response.

merkley senate · August 1, 2026 · 1 min read

As Wildfires Burn 1+ Million Acres Across Oregon, Merkley, Wyden Press FEMA on Denial of Emergency Federal Assistance

Oregon senators pressed FEMA over its denial of emergency wildfire aid as more than 1 million acres burned across the state. They said the agency’s decision departs from historical criteria and could affect fast-moving fire response. — according to merkley senate.

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