Discarded cigarette burns half acre along Crater Lake Parkway
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Fire crews from several agencies responded to two fast-moving brush fires on Tuesday in Klamath Falls.
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Four fires in three days
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - The last three days have been busy for local firefighters. Since Monday, crews from Klamath County Fire District 1 responded to four separate fires - Lakeshore Dr., Bristol Ave., So. 6th St., and Crest St.
Read MoreKCFD1 Welcomes new engine
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - After nearly one year of construction, Klamath County Fire District 1 (KCFD1) received delivery of a new engine 3111 last week.
Read MoreKlamath Falls man dies in a motor vehicle crash on 140E
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - On Monday, May 22, 2023, at approximately 6:21 A.M., the Oregon State Police responded to a single-vehicle crash on Oregon Highway 140E, near milepost 16 (1 mile east of Swan Lake Rd.), in Klamath County.
Read MoreEmergency drill at OIT provides hands on student training
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - As part of the Respiratory Care program at Oregon Tech, students participated in a medical simulation on May 4 with ambulance and helicopter personnel. The simulation helps students prepare for emergencies involving patient airway stabilization and transportation of a patient.
Read MoreCommitted to community for 42-years
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Since 1981, Basin Transit Service (BTS) has provided over 12.6 million rides to a wide range of individuals of diverse populations through safe, efficient, and accessible public transportation - enhancing the community’s livability within the district it proudly serves.
Read MoreAfternoon house fire claims the life of multiple pets
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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 MoreKCFD1 Staff honored with Quilts of Valor
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Klamath County Fire District 1 (KCFD1) is proud to announce that this week nine members of the department were awarded Quilts of Valor in recognition of their military service.
Read MoreAntique fire truck finds new home at Klamath Community College
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - A 1949 fire engine, restored to pristine condition, is on permanent display at the entrance of the soon-to-be-completed Klamath Community College Apprenticeship Center.
Read MoreKlamath Falls man arrested on five counts Attempted Murder in motorhome escape
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - On December 31, 2022, at approximately 10:00 AM the Klamath County Sheriff’s Office Special Response Team attempted to serve a warrant on Joshua Eli Epps, age 39 of Klamath Falls.
Read MoreVan Meter Fire currently burning on Stukel Mountain [UPDATED]
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“[At this time] the fire looks like it is moving toward the Dodds Hollow area,” said KCFD1 Fire Chief Greg Davis. “We are going to continue to have structure protection here until the threat is gone. It could last a few days, the weather is going to have a lot to do with that.”
A total of 260 structures are threatened by the Van Meter Fire. Five structures have been confirmed lost to the blaze; one of which is a residence. All structures damaged are located on S. Poe Valley Road south of Beta Lane.
Read MoreEmergency Preparedness Fair planned for August 26→
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Jolene Newman, a graduate student intern with Klamath County Developmental Disabilities Services, in partnership with local community resources, is holding an Emergency Preparedness Fair on Friday, August 26th, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM at the Klamath County Fairgrounds in Linman Hall.
Read MoreKCFD1 Bans open burning; raises fire danger to HIGH
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Wildfires and their impact on the wildland/urban interface are a major concern throughout Oregon. Within the boundaries of Klamath County Fire District 1, we are not immune from the threat of wildfire.
Read MoreBrush fire in Midland scorches 60 acres
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - At approximately 2:30 PM on Saturday, July 2, 2022, a fire ignited in Midland, Ore. near a residence on Cross Road. Strong winds quickly fanned the fire to the east, rapidly growing up the hill toward a communications tower. Winds also pushed the flames toward additional homes north of the fire.
Read MoreFatal crash on US97 claims the life of two people
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - On June 24, 2022, at approximately 12:35 AM, Oregon State Police Troopers and emergency personnel responded to a two-vehicle crash on Hwy 97 near milepost 267.
Read MoreIcy crashes on US97 lead to serious injuries & death [UPDATED]
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore - A pair of separate motor vehicle crashes on US97 north of Klamath Falls leads to serious injuries of a Chiloquin man in one and death of a California man in the other.
Read MoreCelebrating Jubal
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“Jubal! Jubal! Jubal!” The 2-year-old, who nearly lost his life less than three months ago, looked up at the crowded stands in the Brixner Junior High School gymnasium and gave students a quick smile before hiding his face on his mother’s shoulder. The students then stood, clapping their hands and stomping their feet.
Read MoreHenley program certifies students in emergency response
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If there is an emergency or a natural disaster, Charles Gonsowski knows how to help – and the teenager is qualified to do so. Gonsowski was among 48 Henley High School students who earned the FEMA Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) certification Jan. 20, qualifying them to volunteer to help during emergencies and natural disasters.
Read MorePhoto Story: Live fire training keeps everyone safe
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Firefighters from Klamath County Fire District #1 and Kingsley Fire, along with Cadets from the Klamath Community College Fire Academy had real-life fire training today south of Klamath Falls.
Read MoreLive fire training Wednesday
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KLAMATH FALLS, Ore. - Klamath County Fire District 1 will be conducting a live fire training, or “Burn to Learn” training event at 1439 Laverne Ave. on December 8, 2021. This live training provides firefighters with valuable fire control techniques and is the best type of training available to prepare firefighters for an actual fire emergency.
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