TASK FORCE OF DOUGLAS COUNTY FIREFIGHTERS DEPLOY TO ASSIST WITH RUM CREEK FIRE

Douglas Co. Fire Dist. No.2

Local firefighters were deployed this morning to Merlin, OR to help battle the growing Rum Creek Fire. The Douglas County task force was requested by the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s (OSFM) office under the Emergency Conflagration Act to assist with structural protection in the area.

Thirteen firefighters, five fire apparatus, and various support vehicles were to arrive in Merlin by 1200 today. The task force, led by Douglas County Fire District No. 2 Battalion Chief Mark Hernandez is made up of personnel and equipment from Douglas County Fire District No. 2, Sutherlin Fire Department, North Douglas County Fire & EMS, and Riddle Fire Protection District.

While it is not known how long they will be deployed, they may be utilized for up to 14 days to assist the OSFM as needed.