Klamath County Fire District 1

06/16/2026

🚒🥾 FILL THE BOOT FOR MDA! 🥾🚒

Klamath County Fire District #1 and IAFF Local 890 Klamath Basin Firefighters & EMS are proud to once again support the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA) through our annual Fill the Boot campaign!

Join us on Saturday, June 27th at the Show & Shine Car Show located at 11th & Main. Firefighters and EMS personnel will be collecting donations at this location from 0900-1800 to help support individuals and families affected by muscular dystrophy, ALS, and related neuromuscular diseases.

Every dollar donated goes directly to the Muscular Dystrophy Association (MDA), helping fund critical research, medical care, support services, summer camps for children, and programs that improve the lives of those living with neuromuscular diseases.

Whether you’re attending the car show, cruising through downtown, or simply looking for a great cause to support, stop by and help us Fill the Boot!

Your generosity truly makes a difference.

📍 11th & Main
📅 June 27
🕘 0900-1800

Donations will be collected at the 11th & Main location throughout the event.

Thank you for supporting MDA and helping firefighters continue this long-standing tradition of giving back to those in need.

06/15/2026

🚒 Congratulations to Firefighter Herinckx! 🚒

Klamath County Fire District #1 would like to congratulate Firefighter Herinckx on successfully completing the Driver/Engineer testing process of his probationary year.

This achievement marks a significant milestone in his training and development as a firefighter. Through countless hours of classroom instruction, hands-on training, and practical evaluations, Firefighter Herinckx has demonstrated proficiency in both the operation and pumping of KCFD #1 fire apparatus.

With this accomplishment, Firefighter Herinckx is now qualified to enter the daily engineer rotation, allowing him to drive and operate all KCFD #1 fire engines during emergency responses. The role of Engineer carries tremendous responsibility, requiring a thorough understanding of apparatus operations, emergency vehicle driving, water supply management, and pump operations to support firefighters on the fireground.

Please join us in congratulating Firefighter Herinckx on this important accomplishment and wishing him continued success throughout the remainder of his probationary year and career with KCFD #1.

Great work, Firefighter Herinckx!

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06/10/2026

On June 9, KCFD1 celebrated the end of probation for Paramedic Brandon Stiehr. Brandon is a great addition to the District's EMS team and is assigned to C-shift, Station 3.

Congratulations Paramedic Stiehr!

06/09/2026

This week KCFD1 firefighters are completing a Window-Oriented Search training, a firefighter rescue and victim search technique designed to improve search efficiency and firefighter safety during structure fires.

Window-Oriented Search allows firefighters to quickly search areas adjacent to windows while maintaining a direct reference point to the exterior. This method can increase search effectiveness, improve crew accountability, and provide a rapid means of victim removal when conditions inside a structure are deteriorating.

During the training, crews practice victim location techniques, firefighter positioning, communication, and victim removal through window openings. Scenarios are designed to simulate realistic fire ground conditions with reduced visibility, allowing firefighters to apply the technique in an environment that closely resembles conditions they may encounter on emergency incidents while reinforcing the importance of coordinated search operations.

Training is the foundation of everything Fire District 1 does. By continually developing our skills and evaluating modern fire ground tactics, we strengthen our ability to protect the communities we serve, while enhancing firefighter safety.

06/02/2026

Honoring Extraordinary Civilian Action
Patrick Carroll - Distinguished Citizen Service Award
Lia Adamson - Emergency Response Activation Award

06/02/2026

Honoring Extraordinary Civilian Action

Klamath County Fire District 1 took the opportunity to recognize Patrick Carroll and Lia Adamson whose quick thinking and selfless actions made a critical difference during a recent residential fire.

Patrick Carroll was recognized with the Distinguished Citizen Service Award for his quick and courageous response. He immediately directed someone to call 911, checked the home for occupants despite heavy fire conditions, helped guide an occupant to safety, and prevented her from re-entering the burning structure—an action that likely prevented a tragedy.

Lia Adamson was recognized with the Emergency Response Activation Award for her critical role in the early response. She promptly called 911, relayed key information to dispatch, and confirmed an occupant was still inside while coordinating communication between dispatch and the scene, helping ensure a rapid and informed response.

Their willingness to act in a moment of crisis exemplifies the very best of our community. Because of their awareness, courage, and concern for a neighbor, a life was protected during a dangerous and rapidly evolving emergency.

While firefighters and emergency personnel are often recognized for their service, incidents like this remind us that public safety is truly a shared responsibility. We are grateful for citizens who are willing to step forward when seconds matter.

On behalf of everyone at Klamath County Fire District 1, thank you, Patrick and Lia, for your outstanding actions, exceptional courage, and commitment to helping a neighbor in need.

05/26/2026

Effective May 22, 2026, KCFD1 will enforce a closure on all open burning within District boundaries due to increasing fire danger and the onset of fire season conditions.

This closure applies to all areas within KCFD1’s jurisdiction, including the City of Klamath Falls and surrounding suburban and rural areas of the District.

Visit https://kcfd1.com/f/fire-season-declaration-and-burn-closure for full details.

Effective May 22, 2026, Klamath County Fire District 1 (KCFD1) will enforce a closure on all open burning within District boundaries due to increasing fire danger and the onset of fire season conditions.

05/22/2026

☀️🌲 What an incredible stretch of weather we’ve been having! The sunshine is out, temperatures are warming up, and Klamath County is heading into that time of year where everyone is excited to get back outdoors and enjoy the beautiful weather.

With the warmer temperatures and dry conditions also comes the beginning of increasing fire danger throughout the Klamath Basin. As conditions continue drying out, fuels such as grass, brush, leaves, pine needles, and dead wood become more susceptible to ignition and rapid fire spread.

As we move closer to wildland fire season, Klamath County Fire District #1 firefighters are actively preparing equipment, training, and staffing to be ready for the months ahead.

We ask our community to help do their part by practicing outdoor fire safety:
🔥 Use extreme caution with campfires and ensure they are completely extinguished
🔥 Never leave fireworks unattended and follow all local regulations
🔥 Be cautious while mowing or operating equipment in dry grass
🔥 Avoid parking hot vehicles or trailers in tall vegetation
🔥 Keep chains from dragging on roadways and creating sparks
🔥 Have water or fire extinguishers readily available during outdoor activities and property work

Preparation starts now — for firefighters and for our community. Together, we can help reduce the risk of preventable wildfires and keep Klamath County safe this summer.

Stay safe, enjoy the sunshine, and have a great weekend from all of us at Klamath County Fire District #1. 🚒🌲

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05/21/2026

KCFD1 swore in four new EMS employees on Friday, May 15. EMS Academy Instructors Firefighter Shawn Elliott and Paramedic Leland Ortis led the academy with students Chris Deese - Paramedic, Alyssa Brennan - EMT-A, Chance Friend - EMT, and Charles Jaco - Paramedic. The new employees now have their assigned shifts to continue their KCFD1 training under a Field Training Coach.

Congratulations Chris, Alyssa, Chance and Charles! Welcome to KCFD1!

05/20/2026

On May 7, KCFD1 celebrated the end of probation for Firefighter Myles Moore since he made a lateral transfer to firefighter from EMS in October. Firefighter Moore joined the District in 2024 as an EMT and continues to be a great asset to the District; his peers and staff have enjoyed coaching and watching him grow into his new role.

Congratulations Firefighter Moore!