Ash Falls in Portland Area from Eagle Creek Wildfire
Ash fell in the Portland, Oregon, area on Tuesday, September 5, because of a wildfire raging east of the city. The Eagle Creek Fire has burned at least 4,800 acres and crossed into Washington overnight.
An air quality alert was issued for Portland because of smoke and ash from the fire, according to a news report. The air quality was expected to be some of the worst of the year, and people were encouraged to stay indoors.
This video shows the ash that had fallen on a car in Camas, Washington. Credit: Instagram/svenofthegorge via Storyful
