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Giant wildfire offers a poignant backdrop on Oregon couple's big day.

ByABC News
June 9, 2014, 3:06 AM

June 9, 2014— -- Michael Wolber and April Hartley were all ready for their wedding.

The ceremony was scheduled for Saturday in Bend, Oregon – but before they could walk down the aisle, brush fires about six miles away churned into a giant wildfire.

PHOTO: A wildfire threatens the wedding of Michael Wolber and April Hartley in Bend, Oregon, June 7, 2014.
A wildfire threatens the wedding of Michael Wolber and April Hartley in Bend, Oregon, June 7, 2014.

Firefighters told the crowd to evacuate – so following the ceremony, the reception was moved to a park out of harm’s way.

PHOTO: Michael Wolber and April Hartley pose for their wedding photos as a wildfire burns in Bend, Oregon, June 7, 2014.
Michael Wolber and April Hartley pose for their wedding photos as a wildfire burns in Bend, Oregon, June 7, 2014.

While the guests, caterers and DJ moved to the new location, the couple snuck away with photographer Josh Newton to take some wedding photos with the wildfire as a backdrop. That wildfire has grown to 6,000 acres, leaving local residents worried - but giving one couple added reminder to appreciate the special moments.

PHOTO: Michael Wolber and April Hartley pose for their wedding photos as a wildfire burns in Bend, Oregon, June 7, 2014.
Michael Wolber and April Hartley pose for their wedding photos as a wildfire burns in Bend, Oregon, June 7, 2014.