Portland Fire WNBA Seeks Arena Upgrades Amidst Wildfire Concerns and Annual Naked Bike Ride
The Portland Fire WNBA team is advocating for upgrades to the Moda Center, while Oregon is experiencing new wildfires due to lightning strikes. Additionally, the annual World Naked Bike Ride is scheduled for this weekend.
Portland, OR, July 24, 2026 —
The Portland Fire WNBA team has formally begun advocating for significant upgrades to their home venue, the Moda Center. The specifics of the proposed renovations and the projected timeline were not immediately available.
This push for facility improvements comes at a time when the region is also contending with environmental concerns. Oregon is currently experiencing a series of new wildfires, attributed to recent lightning strikes. The exact number and scale of these fires, as well as their proximity to populated areas, have not been detailed.
In addition to these developments, the city is preparing for its annual World Naked Bike Ride event, which is scheduled to take place this weekend. This event typically sees participants cycling through the city’s streets with minimal to no clothing.
Further details regarding the scope of the Moda Center upgrades, the impact of the wildfires, and the specific route or security measures for the World Naked Bike Ride were not provided in the summary.
Story summarized from the original created by Jeremiah Hayden on www.portlandmercury.com, see more information here.
