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Fire Ban Lifted in State Parks
(August 22, 2017, 1:17 pm) SALEM, Ore However, local and regional fire restrictions are still in effect in many state parks

A statewide ban on open fires in state park campgrounds has been lifted effective August 22, 2017. However, local and regional fire restrictions are still in effect in many state parks, and restrictions from other authorities often apply to state parks as well. Campfires are allowed in designated fire rings only. All fires must be attended, and fully extinguished afterward. 


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Oregon Eclipse Update: Light Traffic so Far, Remember to Use 211
(August 19, 2017, 3:39 pm) SALEM, Ore.

We are just two days away from Monday's Eclipse. Priorities among residents and visitors are related to traffic conditions, wildfires and smoke and how they are affecting travel.


Oregon Eclipse path South between Salem and Albany
Salem The Week Ahead - August 14th
(August 13, 2017, 7:33 pm) SALEM, Ore.

With one week until the Great Eclipse here are some things to plan for.

Traffic should increase as the week progresses and eclipse visitors begin to arrive. Beyond traffic their could be cell phone and atm issues as the numbers grow beyond what the local infrastructure was meant to support.


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3 Alarm Fire One Injured
(November 26, 2015, 7:45 pm) SALEM, Ore (Video)

MCFD1 units are on scene of a working 3-alarm residential fire in the 6200 block of Rambeau Ln SE. One occupant has been injured and is being treated by medics. No additional details are available at this time.


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Accidental Fire Takes a Life
(November 13, 2015, 5:37 pm) DALLAS, Ore (Video)

On November 13th, 2015 at about 2:40 am the Dallas Fire Department assisted by SW Polk Fire, were dispatched to the 4000 block of Van Well Rd on a report of a structure fire. Upon arrival they found a motor home fully engulfed in flames. The fire department took action and later determined that there was a deceased person inside.


Burn Ban in All State Parks
(August 19, 2015, 2:05 pm) SALEM, Ore Visitors planning a trip should check for the most current information

The Oregon Parks and Recreation Department (OPRD) is prohibiting all campfires in Oregon State Parks and other properties owned and managed by the department beginning Aug. 19 at 10 a.m. The ban includes but is not limited to designated fire pits, tiki torches and candles. The ban also extends to fires on ocean beaches.


Equipment Bond Measure on Keizer Ballot.
(August 19, 2015, 12:15 pm) KEIZER, Ore

On Tuesday evening at the Fire District Board meeting, the motion was passed to ask the citizens of Keizer for a small increase in their taxes to better serve them. Fire Chief Jeff Cowan said, "We do the best to maintain our equipment and keep it in good working order, but time and wear are against us. 


Willamina Residents Pulled From a Burning
(August 14, 2015, 12:56 am) SHERIDAN, Ore

The Oregon State Police are reporting that two Willamina residents sustained minor injuries from a fiery crash just outside of Sheridan on Wednesday. Mr. Paul Dolan ,age 80, and his wife, age 81, from Willamina, was driving eastbound on Hwy 18 when he approached a vehicle stopped and waiting to turn onto Pittman Road.


Haytruck Fire
Hay Truck Fire Closes Road in McMinnville
(July 14, 2015, 6:23 pm) McMinnville, Ore.

Yesterday the McMinnville Fire Department received the report of a large hay truck fire on Hill Road near Peavine.


Fire Breaks Out in Salem Home
(June 20, 2015, 3:07 pm) SALEM, Ore (Video)

A house fire broke out in a home on Nevada St NE, near Lake Labish around Noon today. The house and maybe other buildings appear to be a total loss.


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