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A few weeks ago our Durkee, Oregon plant and surrounding communities faced the largest wildfires in Oregon’s history, devastating hundreds of thousands of acres. The fires forced evacuations, damaged ranchers’ lands, and tragically led to some loss of animal life. Thankfully, everyone is now safe and back home. I had the privilege of meeting with the County Sheriff and Fire Chiefs, whose coordination with over 700 firefighters was crucial in protecting lives and property. Their dedication and bravery were truly inspiring. I also heard the heartbreaking stories from our plant team, who showed incredible resilience and played a critical role in supporting both our people and the local community. From providing temporary accommodations and partnering with the Red Cross, to our quarry team’s creation of fire breaks that were instrumental in containing the fires, I couldn’t be more proud of our collective efforts. Yesterday, I personally thanked everyone involved and pledged our continued support to the recovery efforts. Moments like these truly exemplify CRH’s value that People are our Priority. I am incredibly proud to be a part of Ash Grove and CRH.