NEWS BITES: Aug. 26, 2024
A small wildfire and inclement weather shut down The Gorge Amphitheater venue Friday during a concert. The fire burned about five acres and the remnants can be seen as a black splotch in this photo.
COURTESY PHOTO/GCSO/FIRE RESPONSE TEAM
GEORGE — The Gorge Amphitheater was evacuated Friday night during the Tyler Childers concert due to inclement weather and a wildland fire behind the venue close to the Columbia River. Firefighting aircraft were used to fight the fire due to the difficult terrain. Fire risk to the music venue was minimal. The fire began prior to 5:45 p.m. and was reported extinguished by 7:15 p.m. and the venue reopened at that time.
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