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March 29, 2022
This monthly newsletter provides the latest information about Oregon's wildfire cleanup effort and what's underway to remove debris and hazard trees following the 2020 Labor Day wildfires.
 We are honored to report that the majority of all Task Force-led wildfire debris and hazard tree removal work is complete. While crews complete remaining close-out tasks, wrap up hazard tree operations and coordinate with federal partners to recoup cleanup costs, some close-out work will continue through the spring.
You can track the final stages of the operation here (scroll down the page for the latest data) and tune in or revisit the latest news and updates at DebrisCleanupNews.com.
As we rebuild and recover together, we thank Oregonians for their resilient spirit and endurance.
Final wildfire cleanup numbers reflect Task Force’s commitment to a local and diverse workforce
The unprecedented mission to help Oregon recover and rebuild after the devastating September 2020 wildfires provided hundreds of local jobs and surpassed national workforce diversity averages, according to a recent report from the Debris Management Task Force. Read the report to see how the latest data underlines our commitment to an Oregon Helping Oregon approach.
In other wildfire news: Klamath Falls student wins national prize for documentary on wildfire
Klamath Union High School senior Linnea Gebauer won second place in the annual C-SPAN StudentCam 2022 documentary competition for her student film “Fire Season”. In her documentary, Linnea focuses on the National Cohesive Wildland Fire Management Strategy and references the 2021 Bootleg Fire as an example of how wildfires are becoming more dangerous. Watch the documentary to see how Linnea addresses the need for a creative and flexible approach to wildland fire challenges.
 A quick guide to insurance and debris removal costs
With debris removal work completed on more properties every day, property owners participating in the state-led program are asking about insurance details and costs associated with debris cleanup. The short answer: there are no upfront costs, but there are requirements that work to avoid duplication of insurance benefits. Read more about what the insurance process includes and how our work can help support your situation.
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