LACOMB, Ore. — Lebanon Fire District firefighters responded Friday, Aug. 20, to a large natural cover fire in the Lacomb area that burned approximately half an acre.
The fire was reported at about 11:46 a.m. in the 41000 block of Baptist Church Drive after neighbors noticed the flames. When the battalion chief arrived, the fire had already been contained and extinguished by the property owner and nearby residents.
Additional firefighters arrived and conducted mop-up operations, checking the burned area and extinguishing remaining hot spots to ensure the fire was completely out. Crews remained at the scene for about an hour.
Fire officials said the fire was most likely caused by a spark striking a rock while equipment was being used to swath the field. No injuries were reported, and the equipment involved was not damaged.
The Lebanon Fire District reminded residents that fire danger remains high throughout Linn County and across Oregon.
Linn County is currently under a countywide burn ban that prohibits backyard pile burning, barrel burning, charcoal fires and recreational fires. The restrictions will remain in effect until the Linn County Fire Defense Board and Oregon Department of Forestry determine conditions are safe enough to lift them, which could require significant rainfall.
Fire officials urged residents to remain cautious and follow all current fire restrictions.
“Be Safe!” the Lebanon Fire District said.
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