SPRINGFIELD, Ore — An early morning fire completely engulfed a house in Springfield, that neighbors say has been abandoned for years. Just after midnight Thursday, fire crews responded to a report of a house fire off 42nd and Jasper in Springfield. While most the house was fully involved in flames, it only took crews about … Continue reading »
Quick Action Saves House from Fire
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — Quick action by a homeowner and fire crews likely prevented a Springfield house from going up in flames. The homeowner returned from an errand Tuesday evening to find smoke coming out of the house. He called 9-1-1 and crews were on the scene in under two minutes; firefighters extinguished the flames soon … Continue reading »
Dalmation Helps Teach Fire Safety
EUGENE, Ore. — Deputy Fire Marshal Amy Linder arrives at work she comes prepared. In her trailer is everything needed to teach fire safety including a larger-than-life smoke detector. Trailing right behind her is Casey, a one-year-old Dalmation. The Eugene and Springfield fire departments are ready to unleash Casey, their new fire-prevention tool, who will … Continue reading »
