Natural Gas Leak in Bend 05-26-15 / 10:20 am

Gas Leak has been stopped.  The odor of gas will continue to dissipate.  The area is deemed safe by Cascade Natural Gas and Bend Fire Department.

Natural Gas Leak in Bend 05-26-15/0900

Crews hit a 6-inch gas line at the Colorado Avenue dam project early this morning. Gas smells are prevalent in the area, especially NE of the dam.

Winds are from SW headed NE, carrying smells that direction. Natural gas is lighter than air.

No evacuations are necessary but you are advised to keep windows closed. 
It will be about two hours before crews are able to resolve the gas leak. Bend Fire and Police are on the scene and are working with Cascade Natural Gas to shut off the leak. 

People should avoid the area around Colorado Avenue, Simpson Avenue, Industrial Way and the Old Mill District because of road closures and congestion.

Current Information - 05/03/15

There are currently no incidents to report on.  As we are approaching fire season, we encourage residents to make your home "firewise" and always have a kit, have a plan, and stay informed.

Current Information 01/06/15 3 PM

There are currently no incidents to report on.  Deschutes County is experiencing winter conditions and the public should be prepared for varied weather conditions and quickly changing conditions.

Current Information. 01/03/15 12 PM - Deschutes River Ice

The level of the Deschutes  River between Colorado Avenue and Galveston Avenue  dropped significantly.  Officials will be  monitoring  the ice break up and watching for hazards downstream.

We encourage our citizens to stay away from the ice as it is highly unstable and dangerous.

Unless conditions worsen, updates may become less frequent.

Current Information 01/02/15 9 PM - Deschutes River Ice

The Deschutes River level between Colorado Ave and Galveston Ave in Bend appeared to peak yesterday and has dropped slightly over the past day.  Officials from multiple agencies are continuing to monitor the river.   The ice is expected to break up over the next few days with warmer temperatures.

Residents and property owners are encouraged to be flood ready. For more information:

FEMA Flood Website

Current Information 01/02/15 8 AM- Deschutes River Ice

It appears the level of the Deschutes River between Colorado Ave and Galveston Ave have stabilized and remained constant since about 1 PM yesterday.  The situation is still being monitored by officials from multiple agencies.

Weather forecasts indicate a warming trend and chance of precipitation in the coming days.  We will be watching the river as the ice is expected to break-up and monitoring for trouble throughout the stretch of river.

We would like to remind you to be very careful around ice and that is extremely hazardous.  Residents living along the river should always be prepared for minor flooding events.