Firefighters responding to emergency call in rural Oregon landscape
Serving Gold Beach & Beyond

Defend what matters most in the wildland-urban interface

Your dedicated rural fire protection district — providing rapid emergency response, proactive fire prevention, and community safety education across the Gold Beach area.

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What We Do

Comprehensive Fire & Safety Services

From emergency response to prevention education, we protect Gold Beach and the surrounding rural communities.

Emergency Fire Response

Rapid deployment of trained firefighters and equipment to structure fires, wildland incidents, and technical rescues across our jurisdiction.

Fire Prevention & Inspection

Proactive inspections, defensible space assessments, and code enforcement to reduce fire risk before incidents occur in our rural communities.

Community Education

Free workshops, school programs, and public safety events teaching fire prevention, escape planning, and emergency preparedness.

Medical & Rescue

Emergency medical response and technical rescue services for vehicle accidents, structural collapses, and wilderness incidents.

Wildland Fire Mitigation

Vegetation management, firebreak creation, and coordinated response strategies specific to Oregon's wildland-urban interface challenges.

Community Support

Volunteer opportunities, community events, and partnerships that strengthen our collective ability to stay safe and prepared.

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About Our District

Your Neighbors Protecting Your Community

The Ophir Rural Fire Protection District serves Gold Beach and the surrounding rural areas of southern Oregon. Our dedicated team understands the unique challenges of protecting communities in the wildland-urban interface.

From structure fires to wildland incidents, medical emergencies to community education, we provide comprehensive fire protection and emergency services to our neighbors. Our responders live and work in this community — they're your friends, family, and fellow residents.

Locally Governed

Community-led oversight ensures our services meet local needs

Rural Specialists

Trained specifically for the challenges of rural and wildland environments

Community-Focused

Education, prevention, and partnership with every resident

Get Involved

Stronger Together

Community safety is a shared responsibility. Learn how you can stay informed, prepared, and connected.

Stay Alert

Sign up for emergency alerts and stay informed about fire danger levels, evacuation orders, and community safety updates.

Prepare Your Home

Download our home fire safety checklist and learn how to create defensible space around your property.

Learn & Train

Attend free community workshops, school visits, and training sessions throughout the year.

Contact Us

Reach Out to Us

Have questions about fire prevention, need information about our services, or want to report a concern? We're here to help.

Address

34477 Ophir Rd
Gold Beach, OR 97444-8509

Phone

(541) 247-7957

Emergency: Dial 911

Office Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Emergency services available 24/7

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