Prescribed burning planned southeast of Bend this week near Camp II staging area
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fire crews with the Deschutes National Forest are set to begin a series of prescribed burns Monday about 15 miles southeast of…
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Central Oregon Wildfire Educators Group to hold series of Wildfire Preparedness Fairs
CENTRAL OREGON (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Wildfire Educators Group is launching a series of regional preparedness fairs starting in April 2026.…
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Powell Butte Community Charter School wins Firebusters program, hosts special Grand Prize Assembly
POWELL BUTTE, Ore. (KTVZ) — An Air Link helicopter touched down in the field outside Powell Butte Community Charter School on Tuesday. But this…
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Powell Butte Community Charter School wins Firebusters Grand Prize; assembly set for Tuesday
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — The Central Oregon Fire Prevention Cooperative (Co-Op) recently held the 39th Annual Firebusters Fire & Life Safety program…
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Firebusters, Day 5: Make a ‘Go Bag’ in case of wildfire evacuations
Wildfire evacuations can happen suddenly. Are you ready? Start by having a family plan and signing up for emergency alerts with your county. Be…
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Firebusters 2025, Day 4: Calling 911 in an emergency
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Call 911 if you have an emergency and need an ambulance, firetruck, or police officer. The 911 dispatcher will need to know…
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Firebusters 2025, Day 3: Be visible, stay safe!
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Fall means being prepared for shorter days with less sun. When walking or rolling, wearing dark clothes can make you seem…
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Firebusters 2025, Day 2: Creating a fire escape plan for your home
When a smoke alarm sounds you have to think fast to get out quickly. Create a home fire escape plan with two ways out of each room. Make a map of…
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Firebusters 2025, Day 1: Lithium batteries safety tips
We kick off this year’s Firebusters 2025 coverage with a look at proper uses for lithium ion batteries, what to look out for, and how to safely…
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Oregon Fire Marshals stage defensible space demonstration to promote wildfire preparedness
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – On Wednesday, Oregon State fire marshals Partnered with the Institute for Business & Home Safety (IBHS) to conducted a…
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Firebusters 2024, Day 5: Defensible space and making sure campfires are ‘dead out’
On the final day of Firebusters for 2024, we talk about creating defensible space around your house, to protect from fire, and making sure any fires…
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Firebusters 2024, Day 4: Microwave oven safety tips
On Day 4 of the 2024 Firebusters week, we remind about some basic safety tips when using that great kitchen tool: the microwave…
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Firebusters 2024, Day 3: Fire safety starts with you
This year’s third Firebusters segment talks about fire safety and remembering that fire is not a…
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Firebusters 2024, Day 2: What to know about bikes and e-bikes
On Day 2 of this year’s Firebusters segments, we talk about the differences between a bike and an e-bike, and what the rules…
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Firebusters 2024, Day 1: Hear those beeps and heed the call – follow your escape plan and call 911
In our first 2024 Firebusters segment this week, we offer tips on what to do if you hear the alarm beeps that warn of dangerous, invisible carbon…
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KTVZ’s long-running Firebusters fire prevention, safety segments for kids return next week
A 38-year tradition on NewsChannel 21 is back once again! Firebusters gives Central Oregon students a chance to earn a reward by catching our daily…
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Firebusters 2023, Day 5: Be ready to leave home quickly, in case wildfire threatens
We wrap up this year’s Firebusters Week with making sure you’re prepared to leave your home quickly, in the event a wildfire…
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Firebusters 2023, Day 4: Proper seat belt fit is key for kids to ride safely
On Day 4 of Firebusters Week, we have some tips on how to make sure kids properly fit the seat belts in your…
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Firebusters 2023, Day 3: Calling 911 to get help in an emergency
On Day 3 of Firebusters Week, we talk about how best to call 911 and get help in an…
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Firebusters 2023, Day 2: Safe cycling tips to keep you rolling
On the second day of Firebusters Week, we have some great tips on how to stay safe and rolling on your bike, wherever you’re…
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