One more day of heavy rain possible for Malheur County; new flood watch issued
Thunderstorms and possibly heavy rain remain in forecast for Malheur County on Tuesday, Aug. 22. Flash flooding could occur, the Natoinal Weather Service says.
By Les Zaitz - The Enterprise
Les Zaitz is editor and publisher of the Enterprise. He has been a journalist in Oregon for nearly 50 years in both daily and community newspapers and digital news services. He is nationally recognized for his commitment to local journalism.
UPDATED: Flooding reported in Ontario, Nyssa as storm remnant dumps heavy rain
STORM UPDATE: Possibly record-setting rain will hit Malheur County through Monday. Officials are urging people to avoid driving over flood roads and to be alert for debris flows.
UPDATED: Heavy rain, possible flooding expected in Malheur County
STORMY WEATHER: The National Weather Service expects two weather systems, including what's left of Hurricane Hilary, to produce record rainfall in Malheur County through Tuesday. Here's the latest. This post will be updated through the day Sunday as conditions warrant.
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Stay alert, Malheur County – remnants of hurricane could pummel the area
FLOOD WATCH ISSUED - The National Weather Service is warning that flash flooding may be possible in Malheur County as the area endures two days of heavy rain. The Enterprise news team will be on duty all weekend to monitor developments and share notices.
3 abandoned dogs saved from Ontario home, recovering at shelter
An animal rescue organization is nurturing three dogs that police say were left abandoned at an Ontario home for weeks. The dogs were so weak they required hourly feeding, according to Amanda Grosdidier, president of Ani-Care Animal Shelter of Nyssa.…
Crews contain wildfire west of Vale as red flag warning posted
A wildfire broke out shortly before midnight on Saturday, July 22, west of Vale. Officials say had responded to four fires along highways in recent days.
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