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Medford, Ore. —  September is ‘National Preparedness Month’ – the theme for the campaign is ‘Disasters don’t plan ahead. But you can.’ That’s exactly what local emergency crews are emphasizing as well. “What are you going to do if you can’t get home …

Mitchell, Ore. – A small eastern Oregon county will finally be getting cell phone service, albeit temporarily. AT&T has announced it will temporarily bring cell service to the small town of Mitchell in Wheeler County ahead of this summer’s solar eclipse. Mitchell, …

Medford, Ore. — The city of Medford is preparing for an emergency. Its in the process of updating its “Natural Hazards Mitigation Plan”, a plan that’s required to get federal aid, if a natural disaster strikes. NBC5 News is getting a first look at the …

Portland, Ore. — (KGW) — Portland Fire & Rescue Battalion Chief Scott Beyers was among the first to respond to reports of a natural gas leak just minutes before a massive explosion Wednesday morning. Beyers walked up and down the street, making …

Portland, Ore. (KGW) — Three firefighters and two civilians were injured in a four-alarm fire after an explosion on Wednesday morning near Northwest 23rd and Glisan Street in Portland. Portland Fire & Rescue reported that there were no fatalities. The condition of …

Houston, Texas (KPRC) — A former Houston Emergency Center 911 operator has allegedly confessed to hanging up on callers seeking emergency help because “she did not want to talk to anyone at that time,” according to Houston Police Department investigators. Crenshanda Williams, …

Ashland, Ore., — Campus security is gearing up for the year in light of the new safety recommendations put out by Governor Brown. NBC5’s Nicole Stein spoke with the security director about their plans. “I feel really safe on campus.” Incoming SOU …

Medford, Ore., — Emergency agencies and non-profits from around the valley are helping families gear up for disasters. Today from 10 to 2, the “Are You Ready” fair was held at the Rogue Valley Mall. The fair gave away safety and preparedness …

Selma, Ore. – The Red Cross has set up a temporary shelter for residents displaced by the Gold Canyon Fire burning near Selma. The shelter is located at Rogue Community College, 3345 Redwood Highway, Grants Pass. The Red Cross said the shelter …

Seiad Valley, Cal.- The Gap Fire in northern California grew from 120 acres to 5,000 acres from Sunday evening into Monday morning. According to the U.S. Forest Service in California, Highway 96 is closed. The fire is burning four miles east of Seiad …