Contacts
Emergency | 911 |
Non-Emergency Dispatch | 541.265.4231 |
Main Station 245 NW 10th, Newport, OR 97365 |
541.265.9461 |
Chief Rob Murphy | 541.265.9461 |
Asst Chief/Fire Marshal Bob Harvey | 541.265.9461 |
Fax | 541.265.9463 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What do I do with my old, expired flares?
What do I need to do to burn yard debris?
Does the fire department take old cell phones?
What do I do with my expired batteries?
Can I have a bonfire on the beach?
Can we set off Lanterns or Luminaries off the cliffs of the beach?
Links
Central Oregon Coast Training Officer Association
DOGAMI/Oregon Tsunami Information
Lincoln County Emergency Management
Lincoln County Senior & Disabled Services
Burn Information
Burning Permit/Yard Debris: The fire debris burning pile can be no larger than 3 feet (36”) by 3 feet (36”) and 2 feet (24”) tall. Construction materials, dimensional lumber and plywood or plastics are not allowed. Land clearing of large piles of debris is not a permit function of NFD, contact Oregon Department of Forestry concerning land clearing (541)-336-2273. A water source to extinguish the fire is required and must be present at all times during burning. All material being burned must be from the property where burning is taking place. Fires in an open pit must be 25 feet from the nearest building, shed or wood fence. Burn barrels must be at least 15 feet from the nearest building, shed or wooden fence. Newport Fire department must be contacted at 541-265-9461 each day before initiating yard debris burning. Should you reach a recording at this number leave your name, address and permit number on the voice mail.
Burn Permits are free of charge and can be obtained by contacting the Fire Station.
Updated 10/13/2020 |