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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - At approximately 2:48 PM, Thursday, fire crews from Klamath County Fire District 1 and the Kingsley Field Fire Department were dispatched to a residential structure fire inside the 1000 block of Homedale Road in Klamath Falls.
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - On Friday, September 2, 2022, Keno Fire responded to a structure fire in the Worden area 15 miles south of Klamath Falls. By the time 911 dispatched the call, personnel from Keno Fire had already arrived on the scene.
Read MoreAs Oregon experiences cooler weather and many community members begin to spend more time at home, the Office of State Fire Marshal will be engaging in support of the national campaign of Fire Prevention Week and will be running cooking fire safety messaging for the month of October. Oregon’s theme mirrors the 2020 national theme: “Serve up fire safety in the kitchen!™”
Read MoreKLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Klamath County Fire District 1 has reported an early morning house fire Thursday in Mills Addition claimed the life of a Klamath Falls woman, Madeline L. Murray.
Read MoreThe cooler temperatures this week serve as a reminder that winter is approaching. Winter brings with it, the highest number of home fires, more than any other time of year! Heating equipment is the second leading cause of home fires in the United States, and accounted for 45,900 fires from 2013 to 2015.
Read MoreJust before 2:00 PM on Thursday, August 29, a fire broke out in the 500 block of Adams Street in the Mills Neighborhood of Klamath Falls. The fire completely destroyed a duplex and seriously damaged a neighboring single-family residence. Also destroyed were a travel trailer, Chevrolet pick-up, and wood fence.
Read MoreA manufactured home in the Plaza Manor, 2425 Summers Lane, was burned today after a fire broke out inside the residence. Multiple engines responded to the initial call that came in before 10:00 AM. No injuries have been reported due to the fire.
Read MoreAt approximately 8:45 PM a call came in to 911 reporting a structure fire at 4346 Ferrier Avenue in the Stewart Lenox neighborhood of Klamath Falls.
Read MoreFire District No.1 was dispatched at 2:15 pm today to a reported structure fire on the 3900 block of Shasta Way in Klamath Falls. The initial reports indicated an attic fire with heavy smoke showing. The single family dwelling sustained smoke and fire damage to the attic. No injuries to residents or firefighters were reported as a result of the fire.
Read MoreWith the holiday season in full swing, State Fire Marshal Jim Walker urges citizens to remember fire prevention when decorating and entertaining.
From 2012 through 2016, Oregon fire agencies reported there were 3,510 residential fires during the holiday period from November 22 through January 15. These fires were reported to have resulted in 14 deaths, 194 injuries, and more than $61.2 million in property loss.
"This season is a busy and exciting time of year, but don't let that distract you from keeping your family and friends safe from fire," says Walker. "By following a few important prevention tips for Christmas trees, decorations, and candles, you can help ensure your holidays remain happy."
Disaster responders with the local American Red Cross responded to a home fire disaster on Tuesday November 7th at approximately 8:00 p.m. in the 1000 block of Crescent Ave in Klamath Falls. This single family fire affected 1 adult. The Red Cross provided resources to help address the immediate basic needs of those affected such as temporary housing, food, clothing, comfort kits with toiletry items, information about recovery services, and health and mental health services. Additional information about this incident, if available, may be obtained from the local first responding agency/fire department.
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