Portland is a Sanctuary City
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2024 Ceremony of Honor Awards
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Every year, Portland Fire & Rescue celebrates members of the bureau and local good samaritans by presenting awards to those who have gone above and beyond to contribute to community safety.
2025 Ceremony of Honor Awards
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Every year, Portland Fire & Rescue celebrates members of the bureau and local good samaritans by presenting awards to those who have gone above and beyond to contribute to community safety.
This permit is for Candles (handheld); Campfires; Small Scales Special Effect; Sleepovers; and Theatrical Performances.
About Portland Fire & Rescue
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Administrative Facilities
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Book a fire station meeting room
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PF&R’s Community Meeting Rooms are open.
Portland Fire & Rescue has community meeting rooms available for public use in five fire stations located throughout the City of Portland.
Portland Fire & Rescue has community meeting rooms available for public use in five fire stations located throughout the City of Portland.
Burn Ban Updates in City of Portland
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This page displays the most recent Burn Ban information for the City of Portland
Current Wildland Deployments
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PF&R members are currently deployed around the state at various fires and fire complexes.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS)
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Fire & Rescue Budget and Strategy Resources
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Information on PF&R's requested budget and prior years' adopted budgets.
Fire Chief's Calendar
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The Calendar for the current Fire Chief of PF&R
Portland Fire & Rescue Fire Marshal’s Office is providing inspections, permits, certification and plan review services. We have adjusted our business practices to continue serving our customers while following safe worksite guidelines
Portland Fire & Rescue (PF&R) is Oregon’s largest fire and emergency services provider.
Firefighting in Portland Through the Years
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Fireworks Sales and Usage is Banned in Portland
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Fireworks sales and usage are banned in the City of Portland year-round.
New rules for boating activities on the Lower Willamette River are effective May 1, 2021
A scholarship opportunity for young women interested in the fire service.
Organization of Portland Fire & Rescue
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Organizationally, Portland Fire & Rescue is divided up into the following five divisions: Office of the Chief, Emergency Operations, Prevention, Training, Safety & EMS, and Management Services.
Learn more about how to apply for permits and receive inspections from Environmental Services, Fire and Rescue, Transportation, Urban Forestry and Water.
PF&R Employee Portal
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Portland Fire & Rescue Employee Portal page
The Fire Marshal’s Office has started a new Inspection, Testing and Maintenance program and inventory system for fire and life safety equipment such as fire alarms, sprinkler systems, fixed extinguishing systems, etc., at all businesses in Portland.
PF&R Marine Program
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The Portland Fire and Rescue Marine Program is part of the Prevention Division and includes 3 Marine Fire Stations and multiple watercraft deployed for firefighting and life-saving marine incidents.
Plans Review and Permitting
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