McKenzie Fire and Rescue

06/12/2026

*It's going to be HOT this weekend*

Be Safe! - Stay hydrated and wear a life jacket!

Click the image below for life jacket lending locations and information about the program.

McKenzie River Guides - MRGA

McKenzie Fire & Rescue and the McKenzie River Guides Association proudly support the Life Jacket Lending Program. With the primary goal of keeping…

06/08/2026

Per ODF - South Cascade -

"Effective Monday, June 8th, at 12:01 am, we will officially be in "Fire Season".

We will enter the season in LOW (green) public use restrictions and an IFPL 1 (Industrial Fire Prevention Level) with a 1 hour fire watch
This has the potential to be an active fire season.

With severe and/or extreme drought conditions already established across the entire district. We are being proactive in preparation to crush any new fire starts, but please be careful and use common sense to minimize the wildfire risks"

06/03/2026

*Fire Season starts this Monday - June 8th*

Effective Monday, June 8th, at 12:01 am, the South Cascade District and the Western Lane District will officially be in "Fire Season".

We will enter the season in LOW (green) public use restrictions and an IFPL 1 (Industrial Fire Prevention Level) with a 1 hour fire watch

This has the potential to be an active fire season. With severe and/or extreme drought condtions already established across the entire district. We are being proactive in preparation to crush any new fire starts, but please be careful and use common sense to minimize the wildfire risks.

05/31/2026

Reminder - Today is the last day for burning 🔥

05/25/2026

Honor. Remember. Never forget.

This Memorial Day, we recognize those who paid the ultimate sacrifice.

05/23/2026

🚨 Burn Season Update 🚨

The Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA) has announced that outdoor burning season will officially end at 6:00 PM on May 31.

05/20/2026

After countless hours of hard work four members of our team have officially completed all requirements and are now certified at the EMT Intermediate level.

This milestone allows them to provide an expanded level of care to those we serve—an incredible achievement and a testament to their dedication.

Please join us in congratulating Meghan, Rory, Jacob, and Ryan on this outstanding accomplishment! 👏🚑

05/18/2026

🚨 Incident Update – Leaburg Structure Fire 🚨

Around 6:00 PM on Sunday, May 17, 2026, McKenzie Fire & Rescue responded to a report of smoke coming from a structure in Leaburg.

Upon arrival, crews observed smoke coming from the roof and attic space of a manufactured home, with flames beginning to show through the roof. Firefighters quickly located a significant amount of fire at the rear of the residence and began an aggressive extinguishment effort.

With vehicles in the driveway, it was unclear if the home was occupied. However, Lane County Sheriff’s Office was quickly able to make contact with the homeowner, confirming the residence was unoccupied at the time of the fire. Sadly, one dog perished in the incident, and two cats remain missing. Our thoughts are with the homeowner during this difficult time.

Multiple agencies responded, including:
• Eugene Springfield Fire
• Upper Mckenzie Rural Fire Protection District
• Mohawk Valley Rural Fire District

Incidents like this highlight the strength and importance of our automatic and mutual aid agreements. The rapid, coordinated response from all agencies involved is a testament to those partnerships.

🙏 Thank you to all responding crews for your dedication and teamwork.

05/15/2026

Come support the Late Bloomers Garden Club at their annual plant sale and fundraiser tomorrow from 10 am - 2 pm at the Leaburg Training Center. The funds raised are used to provide scholarships for local students, beautify the McKenzie Highway, and support their group.

See you tomorrow!