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Know it before you need it!

Oregon uses a three-level evacuation system to keep residents informed and safe. Be familiar with “Be Ready, Be Set, Go Now!” notifications:

🟢Level One – BE READY (Green): Stay aware of the wildfire threat and get prepared. Pack your go-kit, check emergency contacts, and ensure those in vulnerable situations (older adults, children, individuals with disabilities, and livestock owners) are ready to evacuate if needed.

🟡Level Two – BE SET (Yellow): Be prepared to leave at any moment. This indicates significant wildfire danger. Voluntary evacuation is encouraged—especially for those needing extra time to relocate safely.

🔴Level Three – GO NOW! (Red): Evacuate immediately! This means extreme danger is present, and it is unsafe to remain in place. Emergency responders may not be able to assist further. Leave immediately without gathering belongings and check https://pulse.ly/bdnxooljra or call 511 for evacuation routes. After evacuating, do not return until officials declare it safe.

You can find additional wildfire preparedness resources at https://pulse.ly/wpnv4jl0mx.

🔥 We are aware of a 10-15 acre fire 2 miles SW of Detroit Lake. It is west of the Kinney Creek drainage, and is currently moving west (away from Detroit). Fire Chief Patterson is on scene assessing the situation, as well as resources from Oregon Dept of Forestry.

US Forest Service crews are en route, as well as two helicopters.
Please be aware that smoke may be visible in the area. Updates will be made available as this incident progresses.

📸: View from the University of Oregon wildfire camera on Halls Ridge

🔥 Update as of 5:30pm:
Oregon Department of Forestry - North Cascade District is in command of the Kinney Ridge fire, an emerging incident near Detroit Lake. Initial estimate is 10 acres.
ODF has 2 engines and 2 tenders responding, and an engine and crew from Willamette National Forest are assisting. Helicopters are enroute.
Updates on this fire will be posted on the Oregon Department of Forestry - North Cascade District page.

We can’t wait to be apart of Stayton’s Safety Town again this year! Get registered! Hope to see you there! 😁

🚨 Registration is NOW OPEN for Stayton Safety Town 2026 and Youth Camp Counselors are Needed! 🚨

Safety Town is a fun, hands-on safety-themed summer camp for 5 & 6 year-olds happening August 17–21 from 8:45 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

We are looking for Youth Camp Counselors to help make this year’s camp a success! This is a great opportunity for middle and high school students to gain leadership experience, earn volunteer hours, build resumes, and make a positive impact in the community.

📍 Counselor applications are now available at https://www.staytonoregon.gov/page/event_safety_town

📅 August 17–21, 2026

📞 Questions? Contact Stayton Police Department at 503-767-453

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Be ready, stay safe. Sign up for emergency alerts!

🚨 Hey Oregon, do you know your evacuation levels?

Knowing the difference between Level 1, 2, and 3 can save lives.

🟢 Level 1 – Be Ready
🟡 Level 2 – Be Set
🔴 Level 3 – GO NOW

Get familiar, stay prepared ⬇️🌲
🔗 wildfire.oregon.gov/evacuations

📲 Sign up for emergency alerts:
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Governor Tina Kotek

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JEFFERSON: Lumen (formerly Century Link) is reporting a land line phone outage affecting approximately 190 customers. If the outage affects you and you have an emergency please use a cell phone to dial 911 or respond directly to the fire department for help.

Lumen is actively working on the issue now. If we receive more information we will share it with you.

Marion County Sheriff's Office Jefferson Fire District Willamette Valley Communications Center 911

This scam is also happening throughout Marion County. Stay vigilant!

SCAM ALERT

Not that it ever stopped, but even more so recently, the Linn County Sheriff’s Office has received several reports of citizens being contacted by scammers posing as LCSO deputies. The callers claim the victim has a warrant and must pay fees immediately to avoid arrest.

Please remember:

The Linn County Sheriff’s Office will NEVER call you demanding payment to avoid arrest.

We do not request payment through gift cards, cryptocurrency, wire transfers, or payment apps.

Legitimate law enforcement matters are not handled over threatening phone calls demanding immediate action.

If you receive one of these calls:

Hang up immediately
Do not provide personal or financial information
Do not send money
Report the incident to local law enforcement

Scammers often use fear and urgency to pressure victims into acting quickly. Help protect your friends and family by sharing this message.