Chris Carvalho
@gorgepulse
News, photography, analysis, and commentary on the Columbia Gorge and the environment
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Let’s look deeper at the #EagleCreekFire with new information not disclosed to the public until now. 14 months ago, I asked the @CRGNSA through a #FOIA request for records about what resources were used to fight it in the early days. The request was not denied, but they...
If you’re in the east Gorge, you might be able to see the aurora right now.
This year we collected 4.7 lb. of balsamroot seed. On Saturday, we started planting it in the burn area of the Burdoin Fire. The area has a lot of damage but will recover.
Here's the 2024 rail safety update: @UnionPacific has finally achieved par with other railroads for fire/violent rupture incidents, the 1st time since 2011 this has happened. What's measured, improves. This is good news for the Gorge.
Fall colors in the Gorge are looking near peak now, and could be at peak this weekend, when good weather is expected. The best oaks are along the Klickitat River (below).
Interesting: Government shutdowns were invented by Jimmy Carter's attorney general, who decided to reinterpret an obscure 1884 law. This means government employees could take this to the Supreme Court for a ruling: govexec.com/management/202…
This is why seafood, once thought to be healthful, is now coming into question due to microplastic pollution. The article's assertion that the source is overtourism isn't valid though, as the plastics could also come from local residents. reuters.com/sustainability…
A Multnomah County Circuit Court judge has allowed an important lawsuit seeking to ban circumcision of baby boys to proceed to discovery. (Oregonian, 11/2/25, p. A12)
October 29, OHA reported no new COVID deaths in Oregon; the total is 10,888. This is the 3rd week in a row with no deaths, a 1st since the pandemic started. We're in a lull period with low wastewater levels. It's a good time to schedule high-risk activities such as dental visits.
I-84, Multnomah Falls, Unconfirmed, An unconfirmed report of hazardous trees has been received. Use caution.
Vine maples are reaching their peak in the Gorge, & Mt. Hood finally has some snow on it. This shot was taken in 2007, titled "Autumn's Embrace." Provia 100F 4x5 chrome #BelieveinFilm
The Portland & Sandy Next Adventure stores have been resurrected & new ownership starts November 1. (Oregonian, 10/22/25, p. A10)
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