EPISODE · Jul 15, 2025 · 17 MIN
Portland Fire's Deputy Chief on This Year's Wildfire Season
from City Cast Portland · host City Cast
Oregon saw the worst wildfire season on record last year, and estimates show that 2025 could be at least as bad. Fighting wildfires takes a ton of resources, which can put additional strain on fire and rescue workers here in the city. Today on City Cast Portland, Portland Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief Chris Barney is here to walk us through how the city is getting ready for fire season, including how they prepare for fire risks in Forest Park. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 15th episode: Visit Walla Walla World Forestry Center Montavilla Jazz
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Oregon saw the worst wildfire season on record last year, and estimates show that 2025 could be at least as bad. Fighting wildfires takes a ton of resources, which can put additional strain on fire and rescue workers here in the city. Today on City Cast Portland, Portland Fire and Rescue Deputy Chief Chris Barney is here to walk us through how the city is getting ready for fire season, including how they prepare for fire risks in Forest Park. Become a member of City Cast Portland today! Get all the details and sign up here. Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at [email protected], or leave us a voicemail at 503-208-5448. Want more Portland news? Then make sure to sign up for our morning newsletter, Hey Portland, and be sure to follow us on Instagram. Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise. Learn more about the sponsors of this July 15th episode: Visit Walla Walla World Forestry Center Montavilla Jazz
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