About this episode
After a hot, dry spring, Oregon has a long wildfire season ahead: a new report says all of Northwest Oregon and much of Central Oregon are at above-normal fire danger for all of July and August. Zach Urness , Outdoors Editor for Statesman Journal and host of the " Explore Oregon Podcast ," has been keeping a close eye on this summer’s fire season. He’s here to tell us what to expect, knowing the smoke could still be coming. Here’s a list of wildfire safety tips from the Oregon Department of Forestry. Fire scar hikes mentioned in today’s episode: Rocky Top Trail Stahlman Point Trail Eight Lakes Basin Who would you like to hear on City Cast Portland? Shoot us an email at portland@citycast.fm , 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 Twitter and Instagram . Looking to advertise on City Cast Portland? Check out our options for podcast and newsletter ads at citycast.fm/advertise .