LAKEVIEW, Ore. – The Lakeview Volunteer Fire Department knows first hand how quickly burn piles can escape this week. Firefighters saved this home from catching on fire from burning debris. “It happens every year, but this year particularly because we ...
MEDFORD, Ore – Oregon Department of Forestry’s air tanker is up and running as of today. The tanker is based in Medford. The tanker holds 3,000 gallons of retardant or water. It is used to support Southwest Oregon firefighters on ...
MEDFORD, Ore.– State and federal forest service agencies met with Oregon U.S. Senator Ron Wyden in Medford Wednesday morning to discuss a variety of topics for fire preparation and an update on this year’s wildfire season. “I don’t want to ...