The Rowena Fire that closed Interstate 84 in the Columbia River Gorge on Wednesday has grown to 3,800 acres as of Friday morning, according to the Oregon State Fire Marshal.

Interstate 84 is open in both directions but drivers are required to reduce speed as hazardous trees, poor visibility and wind shifts can create unsafe conditions, according to the fire marshal’s office.

For up-to-date road information, visit tripcheck.com .

Meyer State Park is closed.

The wildfire burning in Wasco County, Ore., in the Columbia River Gorge was discovered about 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, according to the Oregon Department of Emergency Management.

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