EDITOR’S NOTE: January 1, 2026 marks the beginning of a New Year, and this year, coincides with “King Tides” – astronomically high tides due to the full moon. These tides can cause…
Category: Public Safety
Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue Welcomes Transformational $225,000 Donation to Support Solar Resiliency
By Laura Swanson Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue (NBFR) is beginning the new year with a significant gift that will strengthen emergency response capabilities across the Nehalem Bay region. At the December…
King Tides – Another round happening January 1st – 4th!
These extremely high tides occur when the moon’s orbit comes closest to the earth, the earth’s orbit is closest to the sun, and the sun, moon and earth are in direct alignment,…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT ADVISORY: Wind Advisory from 12/24/25 Wednesday 07:00AM until 04:00PM
* WHAT…South winds 10 to 25 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected. * WHERE…Greater Portland/Vancouver Metro, Central and Southern Willamette Valley, Northern and Central Coast Range Valleys and Mountains of…
Arson Fire Damages Play Structure in Manzanita City Park Dec. 17, Intentially Set Fire Under Investigation
On Wednesday, December 17, at approximately 9:45 p.m., law enforcement officers, along with our partners from the Nehalem Bay Fire Department, responded to Manzanita City Park following reports of a possible fire….
NESTUCCA RURAL FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT COMMUNITY UPDATE 12/17/25: BUSY TIMES – TRAINING, EMERGENCY RESPONSES & COMMUNITY SUPPORT
Over the past two weeks, Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District (NRFPD) has remained actively engaged in training, emergency response, and community support as our district experienced a series of significant events. Advanced…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE: Flooding Impacts Continue Across Tillamook County; Motorists Urged to Obey Road Closures
EDITOR’S NOTE: During the County coordination call this morning, December 19th, first responders relayed that they already had three water rescues on Hwy. 101/North Main. People that ignore the ROAD CLOSED signs…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT: Advisory: Flooding – Nehalem, Wilson and Trask Rivers; Highway 101 headed north out of Tillamook
The National Weather Service issued a warning for Flooding for The Nehalem, Wilson and Trask Rivers for Highway 101 headed north out of Tillamook, low lying areas along the rivers. 10/18/25 – 10/19/2025. Prepare…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE: Dec. 16th Windstorm Impacts Tillamook County; Emergency Crews Responding
Tillamook County experienced a significant windstorm overnight that resulted in widespread impacts, including power outages and debris affecting roadways and infrastructure. The Tillamook County Sheriff’s Office is working closely with Tillamook People’s…
TILLAMOOK COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT: High Wind Warning from 04:00PM Tuesday 12/16/25 until 06:00AM Wednesday 12/17/25
* WHAT…Southwest winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected. * WHERE…South Washington and North and Central Oregon Coast. * WHEN…From 4 PM Tuesday to 6 AM PST…