Harrisburg Volunteer Firefighter Association

08/08/2026

The Oregon Department of Forestry extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Jason Ensign, who passed away while fighting the Wrights Spring Fire for Green Diamond Resource Company.

Every life lost on a fire hits hard for all of us in the wildland fire community, especially when it’s this close to home.

ODF will continue to work closely with our federal, state, and local agency partners and support wherever is needed through the next steps of this process.

And to every firefighter out on the line this season: stay safe, stay aware and take care of yourself. We appreciate everything you are doing to protect Oregon.

For more information, visit Klamath County Sheriff's Office.

08/08/2026

Raffle deadline!

Firefighters will be present at the Harrisburg Harvest Festival tonight and tomorrow! Last chance to grab your tickets for some great prizes!

Names for all 4 prizes will be drawn Saturday night at the Harvest Festival, you do NOT need to be present to win!

If your name is drawn, an association member will be reaching out to next week using the phone # you put on your ticket.

See you there!

08/03/2026

Effective immediately

LINN COUNTY BURN BAN

Starting Immediately on August 3, 2026, the Linn County Fire Defense Board is taking proactive measures to address the heightened risk of fire by implementing a series of fire restrictions.

In alignment with ODF's assessment, the Linn County Fire Defense Board has announced restrictions on all open fires, including the prohibition of recreational and cooking fires originating from open fire pits that utilize wood or charcoal. This includes agricultural burning, but does not include the use of gas-fired barbeques or pellet barbeques.

The decision to enact these restrictions is in direct response to the increased fire risk and Red Flag Warnings expected this week. The Linn County Fire Defense Board will adhere to ODF's lead and uphold these limitations as long as the extreme fire danger persists. Restricting open fires is a critical component in managing local resources effectively.

Given the heightened fire risk, it is imperative that all individuals exercise extreme caution when dealing with fire-related activities, towing (chains), and recreational pursuits. Pacific Power has also cautioned about potential selective grid shutdowns to preempt transmission line issues, particularly in high-temperature and windy conditions.

The Oregon Department of Forestry and Linn County Fire Defense Board urges the community to stay informed, comply with implemented restrictions, and remain vigilant to mitigate the risk of fire incidents. Stay up to date by visiting the Oregon Department of Forestry’s restrictions and closures.
https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/restrictions.aspx

Community members can also sign up for emergency alerts through the Linn-Benton Alert Notification System.
https://www.linnsheriff.org/linn-county-emergency.../

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Oregon Department of Forestry - West Oregon District

08/01/2026

While 2 apparatus from Harrisburg have returned home, our type6 brush engine and crew is still hard at work on the Grasshopper Fire near Tygh Valley, and our type3 brush has just arrived there as well. The wind event currently underway is increasing fire activity, but crews are in good spirits and prepared to face it!

Keep them in your thoughts!

07/31/2026

ODF's Wildland Fire Situation Report is to help create a snapshot of large fire information, weather and prevention information. To read the full report, visit https://odffire.com/2026/07/29/odf-wildland-fire-situation-report-july-29-2026/

07/28/2026

ODF's Daily Wildland Fire Situation Report is to help create a snapshot of large fire information, weather and prevention information. To read the full report, visit https://odffire.com/2026/07/27/odf-wildland-fire-situation-report-july-27-2026/

07/27/2026

A unit from Harrisburg is enroute to the Grasshopper Fire.

07/23/2026

It's been an active day or two!

All units were home... briefly. A command vehicle and a tender have gone to the Akawa Butte fire near Sisters, and a brush engine has deployed to the Hagen Fire south of Pendleton.