On July 24, 2026, Central Oregon experienced a series of lightning strikes that resulted in the ignition of at least 35 wildfires. The intense storm produced approximately 2,000 lightning strikes in a short period, leading to ash being reported in the air and sirens sounding throughout the region.
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Lightning Strikes Ignite 35 Wildfires in Central Oregon
A storm in Central Oregon on July 24, 2026, caused around 2,000 lightning strikes, which ignited at least 35 wildfires. The situation led to ash drifting through the air and sirens being activated in the area.
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Powerful storm sees 2,000 lightning strikes spark 35 wildfires in just hours on West Coast
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Lightning Strikes Ignite 35 Wildfires in Central Oregon