However, they had bigger issues.

At the same time, a fire broke out on a building nearby.

The blaze was quickly put out, but the naked lady was more of a challenge.

KOIN news reports she held a lighter and fire extinguisher while draping the flag around her.

Next, she damaged cars and trucks by throwing construction materials off the roof.

Portland cops took her into custody and then whisked her away for a mental health evaluation.

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