MEDFORD, Ore. — The Medford Fire Department is working with Medford Police on an investigation of a string of arsons at vacant homes. The most recent arson under investigation occurred last night off Prune Street in west Medford. Fire officials say the fire started in the garage and caused $30,000 in damage. Medford Fire officials … Continue reading »
Demo Shows Importance of Sprinklers
MEDFORD, Ore. — In less than three minutes, a fire can burn everything inside one room; it’s a message the Medford Fire Department demonstrated to the Chamber of Commerce. Members from the Chamber of Commerce visited the fire department, learning about what the fire department does, from extrications, to putting out fires. In one demonstration, … Continue reading »
Firefighters Urge Safety With Fireworks
MEDFORD, Ore. — New Year’s Eve means some fireworks may light up the skies in the Rogue Valley; however, safety is a big concern and firefighters urge people to use caution. “Make sure there’s an adult present when you’re letting fire works off. A lot of times they can alarm pets, try to keep pets … Continue reading »
Family’s Home Burned To The Ground
PHOENIX, Ore. — A Rogue Valley family is without their home and their dog is missing after a fire destroyed their home early Saturday morning. The call came in around 4:45 a.m. Saturday morning and and crews from Jackson County Fire District 5, Medford Fire and Fire District 3 responded to the call on Coleman … Continue reading »
Fire Crews Train On Donated House
MEDFORD, Ore. — On Sunday morning, crews from Medford Fire had a training opportunity that hasn’t been available in more than a year. A house in Medford was donated by the owner to the Medford Fire Department for training purposes. Firefighter Josh Allphin has been with Medford Fire for about a year and said Sunday’s … Continue reading »
Fire Officials: Time to Change Batteries
MEDFORD, Ore. — Time has fallen back to normal as daylight savings time came to an end, and fire officials urge the public to change the batteries in smoke detectors. Firefighters say it just takes a few minutes and can save lives. As cooler temperatures move in, potential for fires at home increase with the … Continue reading »
