𝐋𝐢𝐧𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐲 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐁𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟏, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓
The Linn County Fire Defense Board, in coordination with the Oregon Department of Forestry – South Cascade District, has officially declared the end of fire season effective October 11. With this change, residents may resume backyard burning in accordance with local regulations. Conditions can change quickly, so the public is urged to check the Linn County Burn Line at 541-451-1904 before burning to verify that burning is permitted on any given day. For daily updates and regional information, visit the Willamette Valley Open Burning Announcement at https://smkmgt.com/burn.php.
Fire Chiefs Oppose Closure of Vital Services at Lebanon Community Hospital
County Chief's Message
Bart Griffith, Harrisburg Fire & Rescue
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My name is Bart Griffith, and I serve as the Fire Chief of Harrisburg Fire & Rescue. Since the summer of 2024, I’ve also had the privilege of serving as the Linn County Fire Defense Board Chief.
The Linn County Fire Defense Board is made up of local fire chiefs and chief officers who are authorized to make decisions on behalf of their respective agencies. The Board is responsible for several key tasks, including:
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Electing a chief or chief officer to serve a three-year term as Fire Defense Board Chief
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Conducting semi-annual meetings
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Developing a fire district service plan to guide mutual aid response
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Maintaining liaison with partner agencies that can support firefighting operations
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Administering the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s State Mobilization Plan
Our goal is to provide high-quality service to the residents of Linn County, support our neighboring districts through mutual and automatic aid agreements, and assist the Oregon State Fire Marshal during state mobilizations under the Conflagration Act.
I am honored to serve alongside a dedicated group of professionals committed to protecting our communities and supporting one another.
Thank you for visiting our page.
Bart Griffith
Fire Chief
Harrisburg Fire & Rescue
