Rainy season in the Pacific Northwest can be very relieving when it comes after a big fire season. That being said, we shouldn’t let our guard down as soon as we see some rain. According to the Emergency Management Division of Washington State Military Department, wildland fires have occurred in every month of the year.…
During an emergency situation, it’s easy to get frantic and not remember to pack essential items or know what to do next. That is why having an emergency kit and plan is so important! If you have pets- don’t forget to make a kit and plan for them too. Having pets can change so much…
Most of us can get access to information quickly through mobile devices throughout the day but if we’re working on our feet and moving around it’s easy to not look at your phone or check the news. In Oregon, some county’s have a public alert system you can sign up for which will send alerts…
Whether we like it or not, Wildfire season is upon us. There are a ton of resources throughout the Pacific Northwest that track active fires and keep people ready, safe and prepared. We’ve compiled a short list below of helpful resources for different needs when it comes to wildfires. As always, if you have been…
Unfortunately, wildfires in the Pacific Northwest are something we need to plan for. Similar to getting insurance before something bad happens, planning for fires is important so you are prepared if it ever happens where you live. Tualatin Fire and Rescue created a great three step plan for fire prevention and evacuation should you need…
Are you celebrating July 4th this year? Whether it is a picnic, parade or just relaxing at a cookout with friends and family- we hope everyone has a great holiday! With the heat, we also wanted to provide some information for you to celebrate safely. If you are planning to be outside, make sure you…
We are estimated to get temperatures as high as 109 degrees Fahrenheit throughout Oregon and Washington this weekend. It is crucial that we pay attention to the warnings from officials during this time in order to prevent fires from happening, especially after having such a dry spring! If you are planning on traveling, the Northwest…
It’s only June but due to a dry spring a very hot start to this month, there have been several fire warnings. This week, there was a fire in The Dalles that burned 170 acres. Luckily, the fire has now been contained. With fire season beginning, it is important to be cautious. We suggest searching…
Are you making sure the products you purchase are safe to use? Sometimes the products we see recalled are not what we expect to ever be an issue down the road. Check out the partial list Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue added to their newsletter of products recalled by Consumer Products Safety Commission. It’s important…
Are you doing everything you can to prepare for wildfire season? Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue is holding zoom presentations beginning in May through September to help you best prepare your family with information on emergency plans, kits and simple steps you can take now to get ready. For more details, click here.
