Illinois Valley Fire District Receives Oregon State Fire Marshal 2026 Wildland Fire Season Staffing Grant (Photo) - 06/24/26

Illinois Valley Fire District Receives Oregon State Fire Marshal Wildland Fire Season Staffing Grant

The Illinois Valley Fire District is proud to announce that we have once again been awarded the Oregon State Fire Marshal's Wildland Fire Season Staffing Grant in the amount of $35,000.

This marks the 4th consecutive year that IVFD has received this important funding, allowing us to provide additional staffing at Station 2 (Selma) during the 2026 wildfire season.

Established in 2022, the Wildland Fire Season Staffing Grant helps local fire agencies increase firefighter staffing during the most critical months of the year. The goal is simple: keep wildfires small and away from our communities. By providing additional personnel, agencies can respond quickly to emerging fires before they become larger, more costly incidents.

Beyond wildfire response, these staffing resources help ensure firefighters are available to respond to medical emergencies, traffic accidents, structure fires, and other emergencies throughout our district—ultimately helping save lives and protect property.

We would like to thank the Oregon State Fire Marshal's Office for their continued investment in local fire protection and community safety. This funding strengthens our ability to protect the residents and visitors of the Illinois Valley during the height of wildfire season.

Together, we are building a safer and more resilient Illinois Valley.

Fire Chief Holmes