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Dear friends and neighbors,
In the wake of this week's devastation to the communities of Talent and Phoenix, I find some solace in the abundant ways you all are reaching out to support each other, and the creative and resilient spirit we are already witnessing here. While we do not yet have a calculation of our enormous loss, we do know that the fire has consumed a dozen manufactured home parks, and hundreds of apartments, houses and businesses--along with life as we know it in the Rogue Valley. Thanks to each and all of you for all you are doing to offer comfort and safety to one another in the face of this horrific tragedy.
A bit of good news: this morning FEMA approved the State’s request for an Emergency Declaration. This will provide funding for our most immediate needs, including ongoing fire recovery, search and rescue, and shelter. It also opens the door to the next level of FEMA assistance that could provide individual support. More information should be forthcoming in days to come.
Please note that because of downed electric lines and water issues, Talent and Phoenix residents are still asked to stay away from their homes and businesses. I know that this is a huge request, but is necessary to allow the city and utility workers to make essential repairs. If you did not lose your home and remain in Talent, please heed the advisory to boil drinking water until further notified.
Below you will find some resources and links to information that may be helpful in coming days and weeks. Please continue to take good care of yourselves and each other.
Best,
State Representative
Oregon House District 5 - Southern Jackson County
Almeda Fire Mutual Aid Spreadsheet
United Way of Jackson County Fire Fund
Rogue Credit Union Southern Oregon Fire Relief
Rogue Valley Recovers
Red Cross Safe and Well Registry
Almeda Fire Missing Persons Report
Almeda Fire – Report Yourself as Safe
Office of Emergency Management - Fire & Hot Spots Map and Stats
Jackson County Emergency Management News-Info on Facebook
Jackson County Emergency Management News-Info on web
Jackson County Sheriff’s Office News-Info on Facebook
Jackson County Police and Fire Scanner
Oregon Health Authority - Tips for managing smoke
Oregon Smoke Information - Map
DEQ Air Quality Index
Jackson County Sign-up for Emergency Alerts
Everbridge-Nixle Sign-up for Evacuation Alerts
Jackson County Evacuation Map
ODOT Road Closures
Phoenix & Talent Mail Pick-up:
Medford Carrier Annex, 173 Ehrman Way, Medford
Hours: Mon-Fri, 11AM - 5PM; Sat,11AM - 2PM
Retail locations:
Ashland Post Office, 120 N 1st Street, Ashland
Hours: Mon - Fri, 9AM - 5PM; Sat, closed
Medford Main Post Office, 325 S. Riverside Ave, Medford
Hours: Mon-Fri, 9AM - 5PM; Sat, 10-2 PM
RVTD Route Changes and Emergency Service
Filing a Wildifre Insurance Claim
COVID-19 List of Community Resources & Assistance
Capitol Phone: 503-986-1405
District Phone: 541-282-4516
Capitol Address: 900 Court St. NE, H-375, Salem, Oregon 97301
Email: Rep.PamMarsh@oregonlegislature.gov
Website and e-Subscribe: http://www.oregonlegislature.gov/marsh
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