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Canby Fire chief says city is prepared for wildfire risks, urges residents to create defensible space
Summary
Chief Matt Dale briefed council on Canby’s wildfire preparedness, describing interagency planning, updated county wildfire protection plans and steps residents should take to create defensible space. He urged residents to sign up for county public alerts and for property owners to reduce fuel loads near homes.
Canby Fire Chief Matt Dale briefed the City Council on Jan. 22, 2025, on the city’s preparedness for wildland‑urban interface fires and urged residents to take household measures to reduce risk.
Chief Dale told councilors that Canby has a “well funded, financially stable fire district” with trained personnel, and that the district coordinates regularly with county and state partners. He noted the district’s…
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