Kellogg Rural Fire District

05/28/2026

Rope Rescue Along the Umpqua River
Today, crews from Kellogg Rural Fire District teamed up with North Douglas County Fire & EMS for a low-angle rescue along the Umpqua River in the Kellogg area after a fisherman experienced a medical emergency.
Using a rope and pulley system, rescuers safely extricated the patient from the river’s edge to a waiting North Douglas ambulance.
Working together with partner agencies is critical in rural emergency response because it allows departments to combine personnel, equipment, training and experience to safely handle challenging situations like this one. Strong cooperation between agencies helps ensure patients receive timely care, even in difficult terrain and remote locations.
Great teamwork by everyone involved.

05/20/2026

Many thanks to Elkton Rural Fire Protection District for hosting an important training with the Life Flight air ambulance at the Elkton Community Education Center yesterday

05/06/2026

Let’s be careful out there!

DFPA SAFETY ANNOUNCEMENT
USE CAUTION WHEN BURNING YARD DEBRIS

Sunny days may be perfect for yard work, but they can also create conditions that allow fire to spread quickly. With warmer temperatures in the forecast, it is especially important to take all precautions before burning.

If you plan to burn yard debris, make safety your top priority. Over the past decade, escaped debris burns have accounted for the largest number of fires outside fire season in the Douglas District, making them a leading cause of preventable wildfires.

Please note: DFPA is no longer issuing permits for industrial logging slash burning this spring. The permitting process will reopen after the 2026 fire season, when conditions allow. If you burned piles during the winter or spring, take time to check them carefully and ensure all residual heat is fully extinguished to prevent reignition as temperatures increase.

Before burning yard debris, check weather conditions. Avoid burning during warm, dry, or windy weather, and follow these essential safety tips:

• Check Local Regulations
o Contact your local fire department to confirm burning is allowed in your area, as restrictions can vary by district.
• Consider Safer Alternatives
o Composting, chipping, or recycling yard debris are effective options.
o If burning is necessary, cover your pile with plastic and wait for cooler, calmer conditions.
• Burn Only Natural Debris
o Materials such as rubber, plastics, garbage, petroleum products, and treated wood are prohibited and hazardous.
• Keep Piles Small and Manageable
o Smaller piles burn more quickly and are easier to control.
• Prepare Your Burn Site
o Clear a trail around the pile, down to mineral soil, before ignition.
• Have Tools Ready
o Keep a shovel and a charged garden hose on-site and never leave a fire unattended.
o Stay until it is completely out.
• Act Quickly If It Escapes
o Call 911 immediately if your burn gets out of control.

Even after flames are gone, danger can remain. Debris piles can smolder for days and reignite under warm or windy conditions. Always check previous burn sites to ensure they are fully extinguished.
Remember: if your fire escapes, you are responsible for suppression costs and any damage caused. These costs can range from hundreds to millions of dollars.

Take the extra time to burn safely—or wait for better conditions.

Only You Can Prevent Wildfires.
Together, we can Keep Oregon Green.

05/04/2026

Kellogg Rural Fire District Awarded Wildfire Season Staffing Grant:
We’re excited to share that the Kellogg Rural Fire District has once again been awarded an Oregon State Fire Marshal Wildfire Season Staffing Grant!

This funding allows us to have firefighters staffed and ready for rapid initial response—not just to wildfires, but to emergencies across our community—during the upcoming fire season. Early response is critical, and this grant plays a key role in stopping fires before they grow into larger, more dangerous incidents.

We’re grateful for the continued support that helps us protect our community.

You can learn more about the grant and see the full list of recipients here: https://www.oregon.gov/osfm/wildfire/Pages/seasonal-staffing-grant.aspx

05/02/2026

At 12:23 p.m. this afternoon, medics and firefighters from Kellogg Rural Fire District responded to a medical emergency. A helicopter from REACH Air Medical Services was dispatched to the scene, and firefighters established a landing zone in a field adjacent to the residence. The patient was then loaded into the helicopter and transported for emergency treatment.
A crew from North Douglas County Fire & EMS stabilized the patient and provided medical care on scene. In critical medical emergencies, every second truly matters, and we are grateful for our partners at North Douglas and REACH for their professionalism and swift response.

04/12/2026

🐾 We’re always sniffing out new recruits!
Daisy and Monkey paid a visit to the station recently, and they approve of the team (and the snacks… mostly the snacks). 🚒🐶
If you’re looking for a way to serve your community, build skills, and join a crew that’s always ready to roll—don’t paws on it.
It’s not just a job… it’s a howl lot more. We’re not kitten around… we need good people.🐕🔥

04/10/2026

Yesterday was a busy one across the region, with multiple fires reported throughout Douglas County. The Tyee Road Fire was one of several incidents that kept crews moving.

A huge thank you to Douglas Forest Protective Association for standing up multiple resources and supporting response efforts across the county. We couldn’t do it without that partnership.

We appreciate the continued coordination and teamwork that helps keep our communities protected.

DFPA NEWS RELEASE
04/10/26 @ 11 AM

April 9, 2026, Douglas District Fires

𝐓𝐘𝐄𝐄 𝐑𝐎𝐀𝐃 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐄. 𝐔𝐌𝐏𝐐𝐔𝐀, 𝐎𝐑𝐄: On Thursday, April 9, 2026, at approximately 1:30 pm firefighters from Kellogg Rural Fire Department responded to a reported natural cover fire near the 8000 block of Tyee Road in Umpqua, OR. Upon arrival at the scene, an estimated 2 acre, moderately moving fire was found burning up hill and located in steep terrain. Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) engines were dispatched to the fire, arrived on scene at 2:13 pm and assumed incident command. The confirmed 1.8-acre fire was 100% trailed, plumbed, mopped up and returned to the landowners.

𝐁𝐀𝐁𝐘 𝐁𝐄𝐀𝐑 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐄. 𝐑𝐎𝐒𝐄𝐁𝐔𝐑𝐆, 𝐎𝐑𝐄: On Thursday, April 9, 2026, at approximately 2:23 p.m., DFPA and private landowner resources responded to an estimated 15–20-acre industrial operator fire near Bear Creek Road in Roseburg, Oregon. Upon arrival, crews found the fire mostly within the active operation, with no spread into the adjacent timber stands. Additional resources were requested and provided by the Coos Forest Protective Association (CFPA). Cool temperatures and precipitation have aided firefighters in suppression efforts. Crews working yesterday were able to complete fire line around approximately 60% of the perimeter before securing for the evening. Today, returning crews will continue making progress toward full containment before transitioning the fire back to the landowner.

𝐌𝐎𝐑𝐆𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐊 𝐅𝐈𝐑𝐄. 𝐌𝐘𝐑𝐓𝐋𝐄 𝐂𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐊, 𝐎𝐑𝐄: On Thursday, April 9, 2026, at approximately 3:21 pm, DFPA crews responded to a single lightning struck tree located near the intersection of Morgan Creek and Gazley Road in Myrtle Creek, Oregon. Upon arrival to the scene a 1/10th of an acre fire was found. Suppression activities were initiated, and the fire was quickly extinguished and contained.

𝗗𝗙𝗣𝗔 𝗦𝗔𝗙𝗘𝗧𝗬 𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗚𝗘: 𝗘𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗦𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 & 𝗗𝗲𝗯𝗿𝗶𝘀 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴

Southwest Oregon is currently experiencing drought conditions, resulting in drier brush earlier in the season than normal. These factors significantly increase the potential for fire spread—even during spring months. Check local regulations and ensure burning is allowed before you ignite

• Burning of logging slash is allowed by permit ONLY.
• Burn only in safe weather conditions—avoid windy or dry days
• Create a clear space around your burn pile, free of flammable materials
• Keep water and tools on-site and ready for immediate use
• Never leave a fire unattended—stay with it until it is completely out
• Drown, stir, and feel—ensure ashes are cold to the touch before leaving

Even small burns can escape quickly under dry conditions. Taking a few extra steps now can prevent a wildfire.

Do your part. Follow safety protocols.
Together, we can Keep Oregon Green.

04/10/2026

This afternoon crews from the Kellogg Rural Fire District responded to an estimated 2-acre fire in the 8000 block of Tyee Road and were able to get water on the advancing flames right away.
Kellogg firefighters made the initial attack, responding with three apparatus—two brush rigs and one water tender. With assistance from the Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA), crews were able to knock down the forward spread of the fire. DFPA is currently on scene mopping up.
With the area already trending drier than normal for this time of year, this incident is a reminder that fire season may be arriving earlier than expected.
If you see smoke or fire, call 911 immediately—early reporting can make all the difference in keeping fires small.

03/21/2026

Firefighter Janga:
During a recent drill night, our crew had the chance to put our new Holmatro extrication equipment to work. A stubborn stack of cribbing materials definitely put up a fight—and in the end, it won this round.
Even so, the training was a success. Beyond the team-building, it gave us valuable hands-on experience with the importance of small movements and subtle adjustments when operating this equipment.
We’re very grateful to have received this electric-powered extrication gear through the Oregon Department of Emergency Management’s State Preparedness and Incident Response Equipment (SPIRE) program. Having this capability here in our rural community is a tremendous asset for the people we serve Holmatro Rescue World

01/20/2026

🚒 Grant Award Announcement 🚒
We’re proud to announce that Kellogg Rural Fire District has been awarded a grant through the Oregon Department of Emergency Management State Preparedness and Incident Response Equipment (SPIRE) program for upgraded, modern battery-powered extrication equipment.
The grant provided a full ensemble of state-of-the-art Holmatro battery-operated rescue tools. These powerful, cordless tools improve mobility on scene, enhance firefighter safety, and increase speed and efficiency—strengthening our ability to provide critical rescue services to our community.
Last night, we held an all-hands training to put these impressive tools into service and begin hands-on practice with the new equipment. We’re excited about the capabilities they bring and grateful for the support that makes this kind of investment possible.
Thank you for supporting your local fire district!