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Early Morning Eagle Creek Blaze Under Investigation

The Clackamas County Sheriff's Office urges anyone with information to contact the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office.

(EAGLE CREEK, Ore.) - Clackamas County Sheriff's Office patrol personnel, Estacada Fire and Sandy Fire rescue personnel were dispatched to a large structure fire at 1:49 a.m. this morning, at 29655 SE Hwy 211, in Eagle Creek.

Det. Jim Strovink with the Clackamas County Sheriff's Office, says the two-alarm blaze erupted in a structure described as an unoccupied barn which had been utilized previously as a woodworking shop.

Jefferson Man Dies After Stepping in Front of Oncoming Train (VIDEO REPORT)

Officials say the railroad crossing arms were down and the lights were flashing when the man walked around them, and into the path of the oncoming train.

(JEFFERSON, Ore.) - A Jefferson man was struck and killed by a train in Jefferson Monday evening.

The pedestrian hit and killed by a train at the crossing on Hazel and 5th Street in Jefferson has been identified as 32-year old Alfredo Savalza of Jefferson.

Crane Used to Rescue Injured Construction Worker in Forest Grove

Forest Grove firefighters worked with the injured man's fellow construction workers, who used their crane to deliver him to safety.

(FOREST GROVE, Ore.) - Firefighters in Forest Grove responded to the Fernhill Waste Water Treatment Plant job site today, where a man had fallen 25 feet, landing on concrete.

Firefighters received the call about the injured private contractor at approximately 2:51 p.m., according to David Nemeyer with Forest Grove Fire.

Smoke Alarms Help Residents Avoid Injuries During Apartment Fire

"Working smoke detectors alerted the occupants to the fire, and we extinguished the fire with minimal damage to the building" -

(SALEM, Ore.) - Quick thinking residents at a NE Salem apartment complex that caught fire Sunday morning, safely evacuated the building after being alerted by working smoke alarms, the one thing that fire officials say will save your life in the event of a fire.

Cord Vonderahe, Battalion Chief with Salem Fire, says crews rolled to the scene at 1:15 a.m. Sunday. The four-unit apartment complex had been evacuated by the time of their arrival.

Motorhome Destroyed by Fire at I-5 Rest Area

The RV owner was able to get out safely and rescued his cat in the process.

(JEFFERSON, Ore.) - A 1979 Dodge Explorer motor home was destroyed Sunday afternoon by a fire that started in the engine compartment, according to Elizabeth Jones with the Jefferson Fire District.

Firefighters responded at 1:23 p.m. to the incident at the rest area near exit 241 on I-5 northbound. Jones says the motor home, owned by Washington resident Charles Rogers, was heavily involved when firefighters arrived on scene.

Oregon Firefighters Endorse John Kitzhaber

To date, Kitzhaber has received the support of all three labor unions that have made public endorsements.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The Oregon State Firefighters Council announced their endorsement of John Kitzhaber for Governor today. The support of the Firefighters represents the first major public safety endorsement in the 2010 campaign for Governor and gives Kitzhaber another significant labor endorsement.

“We are proud to be an early endorser of Oregon’s next Governor,” said Oregon State Firefighters Council President Kelly Bach.

Salem Home Damaged in Early Morning Fire

The cause has not yet been determined.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Salem firefighters were called to a house fire at 2975 Jensen St NE in Salem at 4:40 a.m. today. The response was upgraded to a second alarm based on witness reports shortly after fire crews were dispatched.

"Firefighters on six fire engines and one ladder truck quickly brought the fire under control, but not before the home was seriously damaged by the fire," Parrott said.

Fire in Canby Damages Home and Business

There were no injuries in the fire, but the home's contents were all badly damaged from smoke and heat, estimates are expected to exceed $100,000 to the home and its contents.

(CANBY, Ore.) - Canby Fire was dispatched to a reported fire in a home located at 24451 S Central Point Road today at approximately 3:00 p.m. Fire agency Spokesman Troy Buzalsky, says the occupant called 911 indicating they have fire blowing out a window.

"Prior to Canby Fire's arrival the business owner attempted to extinguish the fire with both a fire extinguisher and a hose," Buzalsky said.

Candle Caused Fatal Fire at Assisted Living Center

In the five-year period from 2004 through 2008, there were 584 candle-related fires in Oregon resulting in 14 civilian deaths, 71 civilian injuries, 22 firefighter injuries and estimated property losses of nearly $16 million.

(TUALATIN, Ore.) - After hours of meticulous investigation at the Park Place Assisted Living Center in Tigard, a Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue investigator has determined that yesterday's fatal fire was caused by a candle.

TVF&R Communications Officer Brian Barker, says the investigator spent most of yesterday processing the scene and interviewing witnesses.

House Fire in Oregon City Goes Unnoticed Until Engulfed in Flames

Firefighters suggest always remembering to leave a phone number with neighbors or relatives whenever you are going to be out of your home for an extended period of time.

(OREGON CITY) - Clackamas Fire crews responded to a house fire this morning at 5:44 a.m. The home is located at 10816 S. Buetel Road in Oregon City. Neighbors initiated the call to 911 stating that their neighbor's house was engulfed in flames.