The Eagle Creek fire has jumped the Columbia River and is racing westward in two states.
Pristine wilderness gone.
Some of the finest hiking trails in the western U.S. denuded of all life.
Multnomah falls crystal clear waters turned brown and grey. Although the historic lodge there was saved from the flames, an expected wind change tonite could do a "Harvey" on it, return again and finish its destruction of the premier tourist attraction and jewel of the Pacific Northwest.
Interstate 84 is shut down from Troutdale to Hood River, an over 50 mile stretch. State 14 on the Washington side is restricted to car traffic only and no stopping anywhere along the road. A level three evacuation is in effect for Pringle and the area around Archer Mountain, including Smith-Cripe Rd. and Franz Lake.
Level one evacuation was called for East Troutdale beyond 257 St.
While the Bridge of the Gods is still open, most residents have fled to Stevenson and points beyond.
The wind change and speed forecast later tonight could drive the fire east toward the Beacon Rock Recreation area and imperil the Gifford Pinchot National Forrest.
The Bonneville Dam could be impacted from both sides of the river.
There is 0 containment in either state.
Heavy smoke and ash is fouling the air and leaving a thick layer on the entire Portland/Vancouver metropolitan area.
Bad air quality and high temperatures are closing schools or triggering early release of students in multiple school districts.
Updates to follow.