coos

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The bizarre single-tree fire has now become an almost weeklong firefight in Coos County, Ore., as the hot spot continues to burn approximately 280 feet up on the side of the arboreal giant.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 20, 2025

The Coos Forest Protective Association has said helicopter bucket drops have reduced fire activity near the top, while sprinklers and containment lines have been set up around the base.

From BBC • Aug. 20, 2025

In this research, Rivers examined snags near Coos Bay in a pair of study sites that total 7.5 square kilometers in area.

From Science Daily • Jan. 23, 2024

If you’re up for the extended drive, Shores Acres State Park, near Coos Bay, is slated as being the best spot for storm watching in Oregon.

From Seattle Times • Jan. 20, 2024

Portland, Astoria and Coos Bay are ports of entry; Oregon City, Roseburgh and La Grande are land offices.

From Alden's Handy Atlas of the World by Alden, John B.