The Bulletin

Deschutes County requires new rural homes be built to survive wildfires

Asphalt shingles, fire-resistant siding, laminated decks, noncombustible gutters and fine mesh vents are some examples of the ...
KTVZ

Bend Fire & Rescue creates new role: deputy fire marshal of wildfire preparedness. Here’s who is filling it

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Bend Fire & Rescue announced Thursday that Melissa Steele has been named deputy fire marshal of wildfire preparedness, a new position dedicated to increasing community ...
KTVZ

Bend chimney cleaning company warns homeowners after improper heating sparks fires

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) - As we move into the colder months, fire officials are warning about an uptick in home heating dangers. Last week, Bend Fire & Rescue rushed to put out two house fires reported just ...
The Bulletin

Deschutes County to reduce community fire fuels

Deschutes County Natural Resources will begin accepting applications Feb. 1 for its 2026 Sweat Equity Bin Rental Program, an ...
USA Today

Oregon wildfires burned fewer acres but destroyed 200 homes, structures in 2025 season

Oregon wildfires burned a far smaller number of acres than last year’s historic total, but the state’s fires still destroyed more homes than normal and shut down rivers and roadways while spurring ...