North Douglas County Fire & EMS

01/16/2026

North Douglas County Fire & EMS has been awarded two grants through the Oregon Emergency Management State Preparedness and Incident Response Equipment (SPIRE) program, strengthening the department’s emergency response and rescue capabilities.

The first grant provided funding for Holmatro battery-operated rescue tools, which will enhance vehicle extrication operations. These modern tools improve responder safety, reduce setup time, and allow our crews to operate more efficiently during rescue incidents.

The second grant funded an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) equipped with thermal imaging technology. This capability will significantly improve search and rescue operations and situational awareness during emergencies by allowing responders to locate heat signatures and assess scenes from the air.

All grant-funded equipment has now been received from Oregon Emergency Management, and a formal equipment agreement has been finalized. North Douglas Fire & EMS crews are currently training and familiarizing themselves with the new equipment to ensure safe and effective use.

North Douglas County Fire & EMS remains committed to improving emergency services and preparedness for the communities it serves.

01/13/2026

🔥We're thrilled to announce our Youth Wildland Fire Career Camp taking place Wednesday, March 25 - Saturday, March 28, 2026, based out of Redmond, Oregon.  This is a free day camp for youth ages 16-20.🔥

🚌 Transportation from local communities and lunch are provided.

🌲We're hosting this four-day, day camp to introduce youth to the wide variety of careers in wildland fire during specialist sessions and field trips led by local wildland fire professionals. In addition to learning about firefighting and fire suppression, topics will include fire ecology, behavior, fuels management, aviation, public information, technology, etc. No experience is necessary.

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01/13/2026

Most home fires are preventable by following a few simple tips. Today we're focusing on electrical fire safety. Never, never, never, ever plug a power strip into another power strip.

Doing this can cause an overload and spark a fire.

Bonus tip: plug portable heaters directly into a wall outlet.

01/08/2026

In the wake of the tragic fire at a nightclub in Switzerland on New Year's Day, many are asking what a flashover fire is.

Flashover is the sudden, simultaneous ignition of everything in a room, and investigators say this is very likely what occurred in the Swiss blaze that left 40 people dead and more than 100 others injured.

Learn more about the incident and which NFPA codes and standards help to protect assembly occupancies such as nightclubs in our latest blog: https://nfpa.social/3LyoQYA

01/05/2026

Interested in trying something new in 2026? If your New Years Resolution was to better yourself, why not try giving back to your community and become a fire fighter!

Volunteer Interest Form Full Name Email Phone Current Physical Address (Please Include City) Mailing Local Fire District Position Firefighter EMS Support Are You 18 Years of Age or Older? Yes, Over 18 No, 14 - 17 No, Under 14 Do you have a Driver's License? Yes No Briefly describe why you want to vo...

01/01/2026

Thank you so much to our wonderful team for an outstanding year. And thank you to our community, you all are the reason we do what we do. We hope you all have a fun and safe night, and that 2026 brings everyone growth and happiness!

Happy New Year from North Douglas County Fire & EMS

12/29/2025

It’s a chilly morning across the state. If you are using an electric heater in your home, remember to always plug it into a wall outlet and never into a power strip.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas from all of us at North Douglas County Fire & EMS! Have a safe and happy holiday! 🎄

12/17/2025

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12/15/2025

INFORMATION SHARE

Douglas County is updating its Community Wildfire Protection Plan (CWPP) - a strategic document that outlines a course of action, assesses wildfire risk, prioritizes fuel reduction efforts, enhances emergency preparedness, and safeguards lives, property, and natural resources. The current CWPP was adopted in 2023. As part of a proactive, countywide initiative, Douglas County Planning, in collaboration with local fire districts and partner agencies, is leading the next phase of the update. Community input is essential. Please take a few moments to complete the survey and contribute to shaping a safer, more fire-adapted future for Douglas County.

Participate in the Douglas County CWPP Survey:
https://bit.ly/47sWM0Z

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT:
Joshua Shaklee, Director, Douglas County Planning Department
joshua.shaklee@douglascountyor.gov

Reese Carson, Senior Planner, Douglas County Planning Department
reese.carson@douglascountyor.gov

Douglas County Government

12/10/2025

Tis the season for cheer—and safety!🎄 Enjoy the holidays with peace of mind by following these simple safety tips.