The heart of the Gorge is trying to come back to life, as it waits for the smoke from the Eagle Creek Fire to clear. Business owners said that's all they can do, as they try to get their lives back on track. Many businesses have stayed closed for more than 12 days.
KPTV reported on one couple's attempt to protect their business from a raging wildland fire in Oregon.
“We’re in the heart of the Gorge, and the heart of the Gorge is on fire,” said Angela Guisinger, with Bridge of The Gods Motel. The hotel estimates it has lost up to $50K. Roger Hicks and his fiancée said they found a great deal and bought a fire truck. They’ve been spraying down the roofs of the motel.