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2nd & 4th Thursdays (Jan–Oct)
1st & 3rd Thursdays (Nov–Dec)
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Burn permits are required where allowed. Outdoor burning is banned in summer due to high fire risk.
Clark‑Cowlitz Fire Rescue is proud to provide advanced life support (ALS) ambulance transport for medical emergencies in our community.
Clark-Cowlitz Fire Rescue (CCFR) is proud to serve the communities of north Clark County and south Cowlitz County in Southwest Washington. Our district spans more than 125 square miles, including the cities of La Center, Ridgefield, and Woodland, along with the Cowlitz Indian Reservation. Together, we provide fire and emergency medical services to about 52,000 people who call this area home.
With over 100 dedicated members (career firefighters, CARES, support volunteers and staff) CCFR delivers a full range of services to our community. Every member is highly trained and committed to protecting lives and property. We also welcome future first responders through our county‑wide high school fire cadet program.
Beyond traditional fire and paramedic level EMS response, CCFR provides critical care ambulance transport service for the highest priority medical calls. We are also proud to offer a CARES (Community Assistance, Referrals, and Education Services) program. This team works directly with residents to connect them with health and social services, reduce repeat 911 calls, and provide outreach for those with ongoing medical and social needs.
Each year, CCFR responds to nearly 5,300 emergencies—fires, medical calls, rescues, and more. The district is guided by a five‑member elected board of Fire Commissioners, ensuring that community priorities remain at the heart of everything we do.
At CCFR, we are more than just first responders, we are your neighbors, your partners, and your advocates for a safer, stronger community.
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Yesterday around 2:45pm, due to high winds in the area, a burn pile off of NW 11th Ave spread and burned approximately 5.5 acres and threatened 2 homes in the area. Crews were able to work on protecting the structures before full extinguishment of the fire. No loss of property or injuries were reported.
Assistance was received from Clark County Fire District 6, Fire District 3, Clark County Fire District 10, and the Department of Natural Resources.
CCFR crews: T21, E26, E23, E29, E22, BC21, WT26, WT23, WT29, and M21.
CCFR wants to remind everyone to monitor any fires both recreational and controlled burn piles especially during high winds or dry weather.
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On Friday, October 2, 2026, CCFR crews responded to two separate two-alarm structure fires, requiring significant coordination and mutual aid resources throughout the day.
The first two-alarm fire occurred during the afternoon, with assistance provided by multiple fire districts across the county.
At approximately 11:00 p.m., a second two-alarm structure fire was reported off of N. Auburn Place. The fire resulted in significant property damage and displaced multiple residents. Three occupants were transported to local hospitals with minor injuries.
CCFR's Fire Marshal and the Clark County Fire Marshal’s Office will be investigating.
CCFR responding units included: BC21, T21, E23, E26, E29, and M21.
Resources from Clark County Fire District 6, AMR, and RPD assisted with the response. We extend our appreciation to Clark County Fire District 6 for their continued fire suppression support throughout the day.
The response to two separate two-alarm fires in a single day underscored the critical importance of cross-county training, mutual aid agreements, and strategically positioned resources in the District. These partnerships and coordinated response efforts played an essential role in protecting lives and property throughout the District.
We appreciate our strong partnerships with fellow emergency response agencies and their continued dedication to interoperability, collaboration, and joint training initiatives. These relationships strengthen our collective ability to respond effectively when our communities need us most.
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