NEAR YONCALLA, Ore. — Fire crews fought a 60 acre wildfire Saturday. With hands on the ground and help in the sky, firefighters worked to control the burn. “We brought in a couple helicopters to help cool stuff off and then we also have a fixed wing aerial observer aircraft in the sky, as well … Continue reading »
Crews Contain Fall Creek Wildfire
FALL CREEK, Ore. — An early start to the wildfire season means an end to backyard burning. After a number of wildfires popped up Saturday, the Lane Fire Defense Board along with LRAPA issued a burn ban in Lane County. The ban is directly related to a number of weekend fires. Crews continued to create … Continue reading »
Firefighters Battle Fall Creek Wildfire
FALL CREEK, Ore. — Firefighters worked into the evening battling a blaze near Fall Creek Saturday afternoon. Around 5 p.m. dozens of fire crews were still fighting the fire up in a wooded area in Fall Creek. Crews ran into a bit of trouble trying to get close to the fire, as one of their trucks … Continue reading »
Crews Battle Wildfire in Coburg Hills
EUGENE, Ore– Fire crews are on top of the Coburg Hills, fighting a wildfire that began Thursday night. At last check, the blaze has consumed about 18 acres. The flames were well visible from I-5 Thursday night and Friday morning. The fire is burning in large brush and debris in the area, firefighters say the … Continue reading »
