Hi Deborah - there are many things that can cause local ash to be stressed, including beaver damage and changes in the water table.

To help, first become familiar with the signs and symptoms of EAB (https://oregon-eab-geo.hub.arcgis.com/pages/identify) and then continue to keep an eye on them. You'll want to look for the characteristic D shaped exit holes, bark splits, and serpentine galleries. If you do spot any of these, please take photos and submit. Without photos, it can be hard to make an identification.

Thanks for your report and keeping an eye out for EAB.

Kat Bethea
Oct. 13, 2025, 1:53 a.m.