๐ด FLAGS AT HALF-STAFF
Columbia County has lowered flags through June 7 in honor of the workers who lost their lives in the May 26 industrial incident at the Nippon Dynawave Packaging facility in Longview, WA. One victim was a resident of Clatskanie.
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๐ Several Columbia County employees were recognized by the FBI Portland Field Office for their leadership, collaboration, and commitment to public safety.
The Board of Commissioners also recognized the recipients during its May 27 meeting. #ColumbiaCountyOregon
โ ๏ธ Columbia County offices close Friday, May 22 (furlough) & Monday, May 26 (Memorial Day). Full operations resume Tuesday, May 27. ๐จ Emergency: 9-1-1 | ๐ Non-emergency: (503) 397-1521 #ColumbiaCountyOregon#MemorialDay
โป๏ธ Columbia County has launched a new year-round Battery Recycling Drop-off Program at the Columbia County Transfer Station.
See the attached press release and flyer for details.
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โ ๏ธ HHW Event โ Rainier
Got old paint, chemicals, or batteries? Bring them to our upcoming HHW collection event.
See the flyer for details. Dispose safely and help protect our community.
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โ ๏ธ Sharps disposal reminder: Needles are being found in roadways and waterways.
Columbia County offers a free disposal program for residents.
See release below.
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โ ๏ธ COUNTY SERVICE UPDATE
County offices and non-essential services will be closed on Friday, April 10, 2026, for a scheduled furlough day. Offices reopen Monday.
Report urgent issues like roadway hazards by calling 503-397-1521.
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Columbia Countyโs Reuse Program has diverted nearly 18,000 pounds of usable materials from the landfill since fall 2025.
Items are being redirected to local partners instead of going to waste. Read more below.
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Heath Road (Milepost 0.2 to 0.45), between U.S. Highway 30 and Wonderly Road: Location of flooding that has temporarily closed this low-lying section of roadway.
๐ง Multiple road closures and traffic changes are in effect due to flooding. Columbia County Public Works is responding. Details below. #ColumbiaCountyOregon
Holbrook Road at Goble Creek: A washout has been confirmed after floodwaters overtopped the roadway, and the road remains closed while crews assess damage and plan repairs.
Apiary Road near Meissner Road: A separated culvert has partially undermined the north lane, prompting traffic control measures while repairs are planned.
FINAL UPDATE: Sheltering operations following flooding @ Rivers Edge RV Park in Clatskanie concluded @ noon today. Residents needing assistance may contact the City of Clatskanie or Columbia County Emergency Management @ 503-366-3931. Full release attached. #ColumbiaCountyOregon
UPDATE: Options available for residents displaced by flooding at Rivers Edge RV Park.
โข RV parking: Rainier Jr./Sr. High School
โข Indoor space: Clatskanie American Legion Hall
Clatskanie High School is no longer a shelter location. See attached.
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Flooding @ Rivers Edge RV Park in Clatskanie displaced ~200 residents this morning. Responders are assisting evacuations. Shelter is open @ Clatskanie High School.
Details in attached press release. Stay alert for changing conditions & avoid flooded roads.
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