Firewise Resources for Homeowners

The following modules discuss the history of wildfire in Lincoln County, fire behavior, defensible space, and Oregon fire laws.   Click on the following to hear the presentation:

  History

  Behavior

  Defensible Space - Fuel Reduction

  Defensible Space - Fire-resistant Plants

  Defensible Space - Construction Materials

  Beaches Burn Too

  Access and Escape Routes

  Safe Burning and Oregon Fire Laws 

Click on the cover to read or download a copy:            

Click on the roof to read more about Fire Rating Roofs:         

Click on the Firewise Construction Checklist to read or download a copy:      

Click on the Firewise Landscaping Checklist to read or download a copy:  

Read or download a brochure to help you plan in case of a wildfire:

Watch the Video on Defensible Zones

 Lincoln County homes built in the wildland-urban-interface (WUI)

For more information, visit the national Firewise website:

or contact members of the Lincoln County Firewise Board:

North Lincoln Fire and Rescue                       

Depoe Bay Fire and Rescue                             

Siletz Fire Department                                    

Newport Fire Department                                 

City of Toledo Fire Department                        

Seal Rock Rural Fire Protection District           

Central Oregon Coast and Fire District             

Yachats Rural Fire Protection District               

                    Phone Only:  541-547-3266

Oregon Department of Forestry - Toledo Unit