Did the Eagle Creek fire renew the Columbia Gorge?
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To Oregonians who know and love the places like Angel’s Rest and Larch Mountain, the Eagle Creek fire felt like a punch in the gut. But, as aerial photos of the Columbia Gorge are proving, this fire – like so many others across the state – was actually beneficial.
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A human-caused wildfire burns Oregon's Columbia Gorge — High Country News – Know the West
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Rebirth of a forest: The Columbia River Gorge after the Eagle Creek fire
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Aerial photos show wildfire losses in Columbia River Gorge
Hawaii Evening Briefing: August 18, 2023
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Columbia River Gorge after Eagle Creek Fire: Photographer documents the changes
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Recreation after Evacuation: How the Eagle Creek Wildfire Affected Recreation in the Columbia River Gorge
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Task force returns from Eagle Creek fire, Local News
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Friends Responds to Eagle Creek Fire Outbreak
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The Eagle Creek Fire And What Can We Do About It – Cnoc Outdoors