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Douglas Forest Protective Association Responds to Five Fires Since Start of Fire Season

Douglas Forest Protective Association Responds to Five Fires Since Start of Fire Season

Douglas Forest Protective Association crews have responded to five fires and an estimated 15 illegal debris burns since fire season began, prompting renewed reminders about fire restrictions and wildfire prevention.

Half Moon Bay Fire Contained Near Winchester Bay

Half Moon Bay Fire Contained Near Winchester Bay

Firefighters contained the Half Moon Bay Fire near Winchester Bay on Monday morning, holding it to 0.41 acres. No structures were threatened, and crews remained on scene for mop-up work and hot spot checks.

Oregon Moves Forward With Statewide Next Generation 9-1-1 Modernization

Oregon Moves Forward With Statewide Next Generation 9-1-1 Modernization

Oregon is moving forward with statewide Next Generation 9-1-1 upgrades, replacing older analog systems with modern technology designed to improve call routing, resiliency and emergency response coordination across all 36 counties.

Fire Season Begins Saturday Across DFPA-Protected Lands In Douglas District

Fire Season Begins Saturday Across DFPA-Protected Lands In Douglas District

DFPA’s 2026 fire season begins Saturday, May 30, bringing LOW public use restrictions to private, county, state and BIA lands in the Douglas District. Debris burning, most open fires, fireworks and certain off-road vehicle use will be restricted.

Steamboat Road Travelers Should Expect Full Closures During Geotechnical Work

Steamboat Road Travelers Should Expect Full Closures During Geotechnical Work

Travelers using Steamboat Road should expect full closures today and tomorrow as geotechnical work continues on National Forest System Road 38. Crews are collecting soil and rock samples to help design future road improvements.

Dirt Bike Rider Fatally Injured, Teen Hurt In Oregon Dunes Crash Near Railroad Hill

Dirt Bike Rider Fatally Injured, Teen Hurt In Oregon Dunes Crash Near Railroad Hill

A 35-year-old dirt bike rider was fatally injured and a 13-year-old rider was seriously hurt Sunday in an Oregon Dunes crash near Railroad Hill. Officials said speed and jumping without a spotter were contributing factors.

Federal Officials Warn EMS Agencies About Emerging Synthetic Opioid Threat

Federal Officials Warn EMS Agencies About Emerging Synthetic Opioid Threat

Federal officials are warning EMS agencies and clinicians about cychlorphine, an emerging synthetic opioid linked to at least 55 deaths nationwide and described as potentially far more potent than fentanyl.