Skamania County residents must comply with Clark County’s recreational fire ban due to extreme fire danger, as announced by Skamania County Emergency Management. The ban applies to all recreational fires within Skamania County, effective immediately.
The High Lava Fire, currently active in Skamania County, has prompted the US Forest Service to expand emergency closures in the Gifford Pinchot National Forest. These closures affect forest access and require residents to avoid restricted areas until further notice.
PacifiCorp will close the Swift Forest Camp boat launch starting August 15 due to low water levels, impacting recreational access to Swift Reservoir. The closure is scheduled for the duration of the low water conditions.
The Stevenson town council is reviewing a rezoning proposal to allow multifamily housing on a specific property, aiming to increase housing options in the community. The proposal is under consideration and may lead to future development.
The Stevenson-Carson School Board has scheduled a meeting for July 23, 2026, with a Zoom link available for public participation. This meeting will address district-wide issues and planning for the upcoming school year.
What to watch next: The High Lava Fire’s progression and potential impacts on county resources, as well as the outcome of the Stevenson rezoning proposal, which could shape future housing developments in the area.