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Bend Fire & Rescue would like to invite the community to a family-friendly open house on Saturday, September 28, from 10:00am to 1:00pm. The event will be held at the North Fire Station, 63377 Jamison St.
This exciting event will have fun activities for all ages, including free ice cream and coffee, opportunities to meet firefighters and community partners, and a chance to climb aboard a fire engine! With live demonstrations on smoke alarms and kitchen fires safety, it will be a fun and educational day.
Bring the whole family and join us to learn about wildfire and home safety with Bend Fire & Rescue.
Bend Fire and Rescue are excited to invite you to our Fire Department Open House at our North Fire Station (Station 305) on Saturday September 28th from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Join us at 63377 NE Jamison St. for a fantastic opportunity to explore our fire station, climb aboard a fire engine, meet our dedicated firefighters and emergency responders, and connect with our community partners. Enjoy free ice cream as you tour the station and learn about the important work we do. This event is open to everyone, so feel free to bring your friends and family. We look forward to seeing you there!
Bend Fire & Rescue responded to report of smoke off of Bear Creek Rd and Bennett. The first arriving crews could see smoke coming from a brush and tree’d area about 300 yards south of Bear Creek. After making access on foot, they were able to identify a 1/4 acre fire along the canal.
Alfalfa fire department responded as well to assist. A total of three brush engines, one structural engine, two water tenders and assorted command rigs are on scene. The fire appears to been caused by a lightning strike to a tree in the area. It appears to been smoldering and hidden by the layer of smoke in the area.
At the same time at this fire was being dispatched, Bend Fire & Rescue was dispatch to reported illegal open burn at Butler Market Rd and Silvis. Crews found the occupants burning yard debris in a large pile. The occupants were ordered to extinguish the fire and resources were diverted to the brushfire. Both of these incidents are a good reminder that we are not out of fire season yet. Despite the cooler weather heading our way it is still very dry out and susceptible to fire. All debris burning is banned currently. We do not anticipate debris burning for sometime. Check with your local fire agency before igniting any sort of fire to be sure it is allowed.