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 CENTRAL POINT, Ore. — When it comes to fighting fires like Almeda and the many others that sparked just one week ago, the conditions can have firefighters switching up their tactics by the minute. “It’s like taking a hairdryer and pouring a …

CENTRAL POINT, Ore. – Firefighters put out a shed fire out in Central Point Wednesday due to welding equipment. A neighbor told NBC5 she looked out her window and saw high flames come from across the street. She called 911, as well …

GOLD HILL. Ore. – A kayaker was rescued by firefighters Thursday in Gold Hill after she couldn’t handle the strong rapids. Fire District 3 responded to the water rescue call near John Day Drive in Gold Hill Thursday afternoon. When first responders …

WHITE CITY, Ore. — Fire District 3 has created an online schedule of events to help keep adults and kids keep entertained while they’re stuck at home. The events vary from ‘Monday Meals’ to ‘Workout Wednesdays’. The events will be posted on …

JACKSON COUNTY, Ore. — A local volunteer chaplain received the biggest surprise of his life with a little help from Jackson County Fire District 3. For 13 years, Lorin W. Myers has used his own car for his role as chaplain. When …

CENTRAL POINT, Ore. — The Jackson County Sheriff’s office is now investigating after the fourth fire this week broke out at a Central Point property. Earlier this week, firefighters responded to the property on the 3800 block of Corey Road for 3 …

WHITE CITY, Ore. — An ex-employee with Jackson County Fire District 3 who filed a sexual harassment claim with the state, has settled with the agency. Ashley Blakely tells NBC5 News she got a 6-figure settlement package. She says part of her …

CENTRAL POINT, Ore. — Fire season may be over, but Fire Prevention Awareness Month is just beginning. Fire officials say the month of October is devoted to educating people about how and why fires spark, especially what to do in the event …

CENTRAL POINT, Ore. — On Tuesday, Fire District 3 celebrated the construction of its all-new Scenic Ave. fire station in Central Point. The new station is expected to be up and running by June of 2020. Representatives from Central Point School District …

WHITE CITY, Ore. — Fire District 3 is introducing a new fuel reduction trailer program to help keep you and your family safe at home. Firefighters said creating a defensible space around your home is one of the most effective ways to …