Columbia County WA E-911 and Emergency Management

10/13/2026

Columbia County Public Safety Communications Mascot of the week. Hi, my name if lucky. I am 9 years old and I love to play volleyball. Drawing by a member of The Club

10/13/2026

It's Telecommunicator Tuesday! Let's talk about Chimney Fires.

Chimney fires can rapidly spread to other areas of the home putting you at risk of injury or death.

Watch the video below to cut your risk of a chimney fire.

Safety tips to cut down risk of a chimney fire at home.

10/09/2026

***EVACUATIONS ARE NOW LIFTED***

LEVEL 3 EVACUATION ORDER – GO NOW! Columbia County Emergency Management has issued a Level 3 “GO NOW” evacuation for Whetstone Road to Eager Road and Lyman Hill
due to a FIRE. There is immediate danger. Evacuate now. Do not delay. Take your emergency supplies and pets. Call 911 only for a life-threatening emergency.

10/07/2026

Columbia County Emergency Management is investing in the future of emergency communications!
We are proud to announce that Columbia County Emergency Management received a $15,000 grant from the Wildhorse Foundation to help replace critical microwave communications equipment that supports communications between our local first responders.
When an emergency happens, every second matters — and reliable communication matters just as much.
This grant is helping us take another important step toward strengthening our communications infrastructure and ensuring our first responders have dependable systems to communicate, coordinate, and respond when our community needs them most.
The Wildhorse Foundation grant is part of a larger effort to modernize our communications system. Columbia County Emergency Management has purchased additional critical equipment, and installation is currently underway.
Our goal: By this time next year, we hope to have most of our high-priority communications equipment replaced at county towers.
We are incredibly grateful to the Wildhorse Foundation and the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation (CTUIR) for their investment in Columbia County and in our community's safety and preparedness.
This isn't just about replacing equipment.
It's about making sure that when you call for help, our first responders can communicate and get to you.
Thank you, Wildhorse Foundation, for helping us build a stronger and more reliable emergency communications system for Columbia County.

09/29/2026

***EVACUATION HAS BEEN LIFTED***

Level 1 "READY" Fire evacuation has been issued by Columbia County Emergency Management for Eager Road and Thorn Hollow Road. There is no immediate danger, but be aware of nearby threats and prepare now in case you need to evacuate. Pack a GO BAG. Plan evacuation and stay alert for updates. This is a precautionary alert. Please do not call 911 unless you have an emergency.

Send a message to learn more

09/29/2026

***EVACUATION HAS BEEN LIFTED***

Level 2 "SET" Evacuation notice for Bundy Hollow and Warren Road.

Columbia County Emergency Management has issued a Level 2 "SET" evacuation notice for Bundy Hollow and Warren Road. Be prepared to leave at a moment's notice. Conditions are changing and evacuations may be required soon. Keep your GO BAG ready. Prepare vehicles. Stay alert and watch for further instructions. This is a serious alert. Be SET to leave if a Level 3 is issued. Do not call 911 unless you have an emergency.

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09/29/2026

It's Telecommunicator Tuesday!

Our mascot for this week is Birdwood Peaker, its favorite saying is need help, call us. 9-1-1 is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

For the last week of National Preparedness Month.
Schedule a day and time in the coming months to review the plans you have made with your family and check your Kit (go bag) for any expired items and replace them as needed.

09/22/2026

It's Telecommunicator Tuesday!

The mascot for Columbia County Dispatch this week is Willow her favorite saying is "Neh" and her favorite game is Runs in circles.

Click on the link below to access the National Preparedness month website to learn more about how to be prepared for different types of disasters in your community. https://www.ready.gov/september

09/15/2026