Curry County Emergency Management

07/09/2024

[July 9, 2024, 2:07 PM]: Power has been restored.

[July 9, 2024, 12:27 PM]: Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative, Inc. is experiencing an outage affecting approximately 700 meters in central Brookings. We have crews en route and are investigating the cause. We will update our members when we have more information.

To report an outage, please call our outage hotline at: 866-352-9044. Please do not report outages to our social media outlets.

07/09/2024

Industrial Fire Restrictions Increase

Weather conditions continue to elevate fire danger along the south coast in Coos, Douglas, and Curry Counties prompting Coos Forest Protective Association (CFPA) to impose a Level II (2) industrial closure in zone CS-1 as well as impose a Level III (3) industrial closure in zones CS-2, CS-4, CS-5, SK-1, and SK-2 for all lands protected by CFPA. The closure will take effect at 12:01 AM Tuesday, July 9th, 2024.

Public Restrictions will remain at Level HIGH (yellow) District wide.

07/06/2024

As of today, July 6, 2024 the fire danger level has been elevated to HIGH (yellow).

For more information visit CFPA’s website at www.coosfpa.net or call the closure line (541)267-1789.

As of today, July 6, 2024 the fire danger level has been elevated to HIGH (yellow).

For more information visit our website www.coosfpa.net or call our closure line (541)267-1789

07/05/2024

Fire Danger Level Increases To HIGH

Warm weather and wind in conjunction with the current heat wave across southern Oregon has prompted Coos Forest Protective Association (CFPA) to increase the fire danger level to “HIGH” (yellow) effective Saturday July 6, 2024 12:01am.
There is a Red Flag Warning as well as a Fire Weather Watch in place this afternoon (7/5/24) for eastern Coos County much of Douglas County.
CFPA is asking the public’s continued help with fire prevention this summer.

FIRE WEATHER FORECAST: www.weather.gov/fire

For more information on current closures and restrictions, you can find CFPA on the web at www.coosfpa.net, call the closure line at (541) 267-1789, or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

07/05/2024

A message from Curry County Aquatic Safety.

It has been a very busy holiday week with people enjoying our wonderful waterways. As the forecast for very hot weather runs through the weekend and into next week, we ask that everyone takes water safety precautions:

☀️Know your limitations
☀️Have a buddy system, never swim alone
☀️ Always wear your lifejacket when boating or swimming in strong current.
☀️Familiarize yourself with your surroundings
☀️ Don’t drink and swim/boat

Have a great weekend!



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A scorching week is forecast, so plan ahead and wear your life jacket! Enjoy Oregon's beautiful waterways with respect. Wear a life jacket when boating and swimming because our waters are cold and there isn't time to put one on in an emergency.

Check out our interactive maps and apps to help plan where to go, where there are reported obstructions and plan based on your skill level with the conditions.
https://www.oregon.gov/osmb/boating-facilities/Pages/Maps-and-Apps.aspx

07/04/2024

Happy Fourth of July!

Celebrate safely by enjoying fireworks at public displays.
Remember the use of fireworks on CFPA protected lands is prohibited.

Happy Fourth of July!
Celebrate safely by enjoying fireworks at public displays.
Remember the use of fireworks on CFPA protected lands is prohibited.
For more regulated use information visit our website at www.coosfpa.net or call our closure line (541)267-1789

07/03/2024

An important message from Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative.

Enhanced CCEC System Settings for Safety

With the arrival of high winds and dry weather, Coos-Curry Electric Cooperative, Inc. has taken precautionary measures by setting our system's protective equipment to the highest sensitivity level. Essentially, this means that if a fault occurs, like a tree limb falling on a power line, our system will automatically de-energize the line to prevent electricity flow, similar to how a household circuit breaker operates. While this setting may occasionally lead to more temporary outages, it significantly reduces the risk of potential fire hazards.

We understand that power outages can be inconvenient and we sincerely appreciate your patience. Please know that our dedicated team is fully prepared to respond promptly to any outage and restore power as safely and quickly as possible.

In the event of a power outage, please call our outage hotline at (866) 352-9044. This is the ONLY way CCEC can relay outage information to dispatch.

Once again, we thank you for your understanding!

07/02/2024

…EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT INCLUDING EASTERN CURRY COUNTY FROM 8AM THURSDAY TO 9PM PDT MONDAY…

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
1155 AM PDT Tue Jul 2 2024

Western Siskiyou County-Central Siskiyou County-Eastern Curry County and Josephine County-Jackson County- Including the cities of Grants Pass, Somes Bar, Medford, W**d, Yreka, Fort Jones, Applegate, Jacksonville, Happy Camp, Greenview, Etna, Cave Junction, Merlin, Rogue River, Wilderville, Scott Bar, Callahan, Klamath River, Butte Falls, Shady Cove, Hilt, Ashland, and Gold Hill 1155 AM PDT Tue Jul 2 2024
..EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 8 AM THURSDAY TO 9 PM PDT MONDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures of 110 to 115 expected.

* WHERE...In California, western and central Siskiyou County. This includes the cities of Yreka, W**d, Etna, and Happy Camp. In Oregon, Josephine and Jackson counties and eastern Curry County. This includes the entire Rogue Valley and the cities of Medford, Grants Pass, Cave Junction, and Butte Falls.

* WHEN...From 8 AM Thursday to 9 PM PDT Monday.

* IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Area rivers will be cold and can cause shock to swimmers.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.

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For Thursday July 4th through Monday July 8th, a Heat Advisory is in place for areas around and including the Umpqua Valley, eastern Douglas County, and areas east of the Cascades. An Excessive Heat Warning is in place for areas around and including the Rogue, Illinois, Shasta, Scott, and Klamath River valleys. Consistent daytime heat and rising nighttime temperatures present a risk of heat illness. Staying hydrated and remaining indoors whenever possible can help to minimize health-related hazards during this period.

06/29/2024

Fire Danger Level has been elevated to MODERATE as of today, June 29, 2024.

As of today, June 29, 2024, the fire danger level has been elevated to MODERATE.

For more information visit our website www.coosfpa.net or call our closure line (541)267-1789

06/28/2024

Fire Danger Level Increases to Moderate for all CFPA protected lands.

Fire Danger Level Increases To Moderate

Warm weather and wind across southern Oregon has prompted Coos Forest Protective Association (CFPA) to increase the fire danger level to “moderate” effective Saturday, June 29, 2024. CFPA is asking the public’s continued help with fire prevention this summer.

For more information on fire prevention closures and restrictions, you can find CFPA on the web at www.coosfpa.net, call the closure line at (541) 267-1789

06/28/2024

Please help prevent the start of wildfires. As the weather continues to trend towards warming and drying, officials with the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest have determined to move into Stage 1 Public Use Restrictions (PURS) across the forest.

Effective Date: 12:01 a.m. June 29, 2024, through November 30, 2024, unless rescinded

Fire Danger Level:Moderate

Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL): 1

Key Restrictions:
- Campfires: Allowed only in designated campgrounds.
- Propane Fire Pits: Allowed outside of designated campgrounds.
- Portable Lanterns, Stoves, and Campfires: Permitted if fueled with gas, jellied petroleum, or pressurized liquid fuels and equipped with a shut-off valve. Must be used in a cleared area at least five feet from any flammable material.
- Chainsaw Use for Fuel Wood Collection: Regulated by permit. Electric chainsaw use is exempt and allowed all day with a 30-minute fire watch required.

Public Advisory:
Curry County Emergency Management urges all residents and visitors to exercise caution and adhere to these restrictions to prevent wildfires during the upcoming 4th of July holiday.

Please review the full Stage 1 Public Use Restriction Order [here](https://tinyurl.com/mr3fjh86).

For further details, read the complete news release [here](https://tinyurl.com/y83v6fh5).

Stay safe and help protect our community!

News Release: Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest implements Stage 1 Public Use Restrictions across the forest/Campfires allowed in designated campgrounds only

Southwest Ore-June 28, 2024- As the weather continues to trend towards warming and drying, officials with the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest have determined to move into Stage 1 Public Use Restrictions (PURs) across the forest effective at 12:01 a.m. on Saturday, June 29. 2024 and effective through Nov 30, 2024 unless rescinded.

Fire danger remains moderate and IFPL 1 levels continue at this time. Stage 1 PURs limit campfires to designated campgrounds only. Please review the Stage 1 Public Use Restriction Order, as there are recent changes. See order here: https://tinyurl.com/mr3fjh86

Recent changes in Public Use Restrictions:
• Stage 1 PURs allow propane fire pits outside of designated campgrounds.
• Stage 1 PURs allow for a portable lantern, stove, or campfire that is fueled with gas, jellied petroleum, or pressurized liquid fuels and has a shut-off valve in a cleared area at least five feet from any flammable material.
• Operating chainsaws for the collection of fuel wood is regulated by the permit. Electric chainsaw use is exempt from this order and allowed all day with a required 30-minute fire watch.

See full release here: https://tinyurl.com/y83v6fh5

06/18/2024

News release: Campfire Restrictions (Stage 1) Effective on Wild Portion of Lower Rogue River

SW Oregon—To provide for public safety and protect natural resources, officials with the Bureau of Land Management Medford District, the Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest, and the Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District are restricting campfire use on those lands located within the boundaries of the Wild section of the Rogue National Wild and Scenic River. The Wild section flows from Grave Creek to the mouth of Watson Creek.

The order is effective at 12:01 a.m. on June 17, 2024 until November 30, 2024, unless rescinded sooner.

View full release here: https://tinyurl.com/3fthrew9

Additional fire restrictions may be put in place as fire season progresses, and will remain in effect through November 30, 2024, unless conditions allow them to be rescinded sooner.