Cloverdale Volunteer Fire Fighter's Association

07/14/2026

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FIREFIGHTER LINE OF DUTY DEATH - COLORADO: Canadian Fire Pilot Nicholas Dale (56) of Sooke, British Columbia, was killed on the “Gold Mountain Fire” burning near Ouray, Colorado yesterday July 12th 2026 when his K-Max helicopter crashed into the Silver Jack Reservoir, according to a Gunnison County sheriff’s spokesperson.

We delayed reporting this until family of the pilot could be notified. Our deepest sympathy is with Dale’s family and fellow fire personnel. Cause of the crash had not yet been determined. The fire is currently listed at over 36,000 acres.

06/30/2026

KITCHEN FIRE QUICKLY CONTAINED

Cloverdale Rural Fire Protection District responded to a reported residential structure fire on Goodrich Road this afternoon.

The initial 9-1-1 call was received at 1:04 p.m., with the reporting party advising that flames were visible in the kitchen. Responding Cloverdale firefighters arrived to find fire involving a kitchen island. Crews quickly knocked down the fire, preventing it from spreading beyond the immediate area.

The fire was contained primarily to the kitchen island and appears to have originated in a dishwasher. Firefighters removed the dishwasher from the residence to ensure the fire was fully extinguished.

Although fire damage was limited to the kitchen area, smoke spread throughout the home, resulting in smoke damage throughout the structure. Estimated damage is approximately $125,000.

There were no reported injuries.

Cloverdale Fire was assisted at the scene by Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District, Black Butte Ranch Fire Department, Redmond Fire & Rescue, the Deschutes County Sheriff's Office, and Central Electric Cooperative.

The cause of the fire remains under investigation.

06/30/2026

06/28/2026

Three firefighters died Saturday while battling two wildfires near the Colorado-Utah border, the U.S. Wildland Fire Service announced Sunday morning.

06/02/2026

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05/17/2026

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05/03/2026

05/01/2026

Shortly after midnight this morning, Cloverdale Fire was dispatched to reports of a chicken coop on fire with flames spreading to nearby trees.

Crews arrived to find multiple outbuildings involved, along with several large trees burning. Thanks to a rapid response from Cloverdale and Sisters-Camp Sherman Fire District crews, the fire was quickly contained to a small area and did not extend to the nearby home.

No injuries were reported.

This incident is a good reminder to regularly check heating elements in outbuildings such as coops, sheds, and shops. Ensure heaters are properly installed, clear of combustibles, and in good working condition—especially during overnight hours when issues may go unnoticed.

If you have questions about fire safety around your property, feel free to reach out.

04/08/2026