A significant wildfire in Oregon, dubbed the Rowena Fire, has led to the evacuation of thousands and widespread closures of major highways, including parts of Interstate 84 and State Route 14. The blaze, now covering over 3,500 acres, has destroyed at least 20 homes in Wasco County and is reported to be human-caused. Emergency responders are actively battling the fire, which has prompted the invocation of the Emergency Conflagration Act by the governor. As residents in the Columbia River Gorge face increasing danger, evacuation orders continue to expand, with various levels of urgency issued across affected areas. Firefighters are struggling with challenging conditions, including gusty winds, as they work to contain the flames.