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(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.
(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.