Lincoln County Oregon Emergency Management

09/01/2026

Batten down the hatches, a storm's coming!

For mariners, expect a 20-40% chances of isolated storm-force wind gusts within 20 nautical miles of the coast on Wednesday. Winds will be out of the south to southwest.

For us land-dwellers, there is a 20-40% chances for peak wind gusts of 50 mph or greater for beaches and headlands. Peak gusts out
of the south are most likely to occur in the early to mid-afternoon.

Gusts may move loose objects or damage weak tree branches, while more significant impacts (e.g., downed trees, power lines) are not anticipated.

Widespread steady rain is expected across the region on Wednesday through Thursday morning. Rainfall totals of 1.00-2.50 inches in coastal areas and the Coast Range.

Rain showers will continue into Thursday, when there is a 15-30% chance of thunderstorms across the region. Storms are not anticipated to be severe.

08/31/2026

UPDATE 9:30pm - All level notices have been lifted.

UPDATE 8:30pm - Downgraded to Level 1 - Be Ready.

Wildfire Evacuation Alert: Level 2, Be Set near Barclay Meadows off of Highway 34 as of 7:30pm August 30th.

Full notice linked here:
https://member.everbridge.net/892807736721689/notif/Qp55JP5-T

08/29/2026

Curious about what emergency food tastes like? Well, you can sample some like this Mayday emergency food bar on September 12th at the Lincoln County Readiness Fair. We'll be at the Newport Recreation Center from 11am - 2pm.

We think they kind of taste like shortbread cookies!

08/27/2026

Bring your NOAA weather radio to the Lincoln County Readiness Fair on September 12th between 11am and 2pm at the Newport Recreation Center and learn how to program it from our regional Oregon Emergency Management liaison.

Staying informed is one of the most important steps in disaster readiness.

You might even win a new portable emergency radio (with NOAA weather alerts) just like the one in this picture.

08/25/2026

SBA Disaster Assistance Available for Oregon Businesses and
Private Nonprofits - apply at sba.gov/disaster

The U.S. Small Business Administration recently announced the availability of low-interest federal disaster loans in Oregon for eligible small businesses and private nonprofit organizations impacted by the ongoing drought which began May 12.
https://lending.sba.gov/search-disaster/?disaster=OR-20026

Eligible Counties include:
Oregon: Benton, Deschutes, Harney, Klamath, Lake, Lane, Lincoln, Linn, and Polk
California: Modoc
Nevada: Washoe

Who Can Apply
• Small businesses
• Private nonprofits & faith-based organizations
• Small agricultural cooperatives & nurseries
• Small aquaculture enterprises

Loan Assistance Available
Economic Injury Disaster Loans: Working capital assistance for operational expenses caused by the disaster.

Key Loan Details
• Up to $2 million in loan funding
• Interest rates as low as 4% for small businesses and 3.625% for private nonprofit organizations
• Loan terms of up to 30 years
• No interest or required payments during the first 12 months following disbursement

Application Deadline: Economic Injury Disaster Loans: April 13, 2027

Explore SBA’s low‑interest disaster loans designed to help businesses of all sizes, homeowners, renters, and private nonprofit organizations recover from declared disasters. Repair existing damage, reduce future risks, or get help with financial obligations when essential employees are called to...

08/22/2026

We are at the Waldport Emergency Preparation Fair from 11am to 3pm. There are door prizes, food, and amazing displays and people to help you learn how you can prepare at home.

1006 SW Grange Drive, Waldport

Taste some freeze dried corn, lean how to build a fire and shelter, and meet Smoky the Bear.
10 out of 10 recommend!

08/21/2026

At this year's Lincoln County Readiness Fair, (September 12, 11a-3p at Newport Recreation Center) we will have several amazing raffle prizes. We could not offer most of these free raffle prizes without a generous donation from the Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund (STCCF).

Everyone gets a raffle ticket just for attending. Prizes are courtesy of Lincoln County Emergency Management, Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund, Oregon Sea Grant, City of Newport Emergency Management, and more. Prizes this year include:

Two Oregon Quest Books
Individual go-bag
Pet Go bag
Portable Water Filtering system
Portable Emergency Solar Radio
Toilet Bucket Emergency Kit
Car Emergency Kit
GRAND PRIZE: Two-person 72 hour Go Bag

Image: Assistant Emergency Manager Susan Trachsel receives a generous donation from the Siletz Tribal Charitable Contribution Fund committee on July 31, 2026.

08/20/2026

These agencies signed up for the Readiness Fair - we still have space for you!

08/18/2026

This isn’t a usual emergency to prepare for, but losing your property because someone steals your deed is becoming a bigger problem in the U.S. Most people don’t even know it happened until it’s too late.

Now you can get notified right away if someone tries to change the records on your property. This helps you catch possible fraud fast.
If you ever need money after a disaster, the last thing you want is the stress of someone trying to take your land.

The link in the original post’s comments explains how to learn more and sign up.

𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐜𝐨𝐥𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐞𝐱𝐜𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐮𝐧𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐀𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞!

This free service is designed to enhance the monitoring of recording activity related to land records in Lincoln County, Oregon, offering transparency and control over your property records.

The service provides timely and automated email alerts to property owners when new documents are recorded under the monitored names they entered upon registration.

The recording alert will contain the party’s name being monitored and a link directing you to the recorded document located on the Records Research Room website. By clicking on the link, you can view the details of the recorded document, making it easier than ever to stay informed and protect your property.

To learn more about this free service and sign up, follow the link in the comments.

08/18/2026

August is Fire Prevention Month and September is National Preparedness Month.

Wildfire risk is rising, so now is the time to update your emergency plans.

Small steps today can make all the difference tomorrow.

Learn more about readiness at the Lincoln County Readiness Fair on September 12th from 11am - 2pm at the Newport Recreation Center.