Lyons Rural Fire District

10/15/2026

We had a couple of special guests join us at Tuesday’s monthly business meeting!
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This month, we had the pleasure of welcoming Troy and Kevin, two representatives from the Santiam Canyon Long Term Recovery Group, who joined us this week to present Lyons Rural Fire District with a generous grant!
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This funding, stemming from the OSFM CWRR funding, will allow our district to improve the defensible space surrounding our fire stations, reducing potential wildfire risks and enhancing the safety of our facilities, equipment, and personnel.
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These improvements will strengthen our district’s wildfire preparedness and also serve as a practical example for community members interested in creating defensible space around their own homes and properties.
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Lyons Rural Fire District would like to extend our sincerest gratitude to the Santiam Canyon Long Term Recovery Group for their generosity! We are incredibly grateful for this opportunity and look forward to putting these funds to good use as we continue working toward a safer, more wildfire-resilient Santiam Canyon!
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Thank you all for your continued support of Lyons Rural Fire District! ❤️

10/10/2026

BURN BAN REMINDER
With several fires popping up in our area today, we want to remind our community that burn season remains CLOSED until at least October 15th.
Please continue to follow current burn restrictions and help keep our community safe.
For current burn information, call the Linn County Burn Line at 541-451-1904.
Thank you for your cooperation

10/08/2026

VOTE FOR PROBIE!!
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Probie has been nominated for the 4th annual First Responder Paws Therapy Dog Award!
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Probie is such a special part of the Oregon Fire Service serving as the FIRST! (Yes, First!) Certified First Responder Therapy dog in the state of Oregon!!!
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Based right here in the Willamette Valley alongside his handler, Amber, Probie has helped provide comfort and stress reduction to responders since 2019.
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We at Lyons Fire love Probie and Amber and are asking for YOUR support in helping them win the award they so rightfully deserve!
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You can vote for Probie via the link: https://fherehab.com/first-responder-paws-award?fbclid=IwdGRjcAU0lXZleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBwZG9mBWZkaWQWUP62c5Sv9IixjVcUg__FyKaLW3OJUXNydGMGYXBwX2lkCjY2Mjg1NjgzNzkAAR5imQXQDTQVMAd-7ixMaEJFdIt-W1EnQs4qaplvcJQVA1qKionB3VAVjAsJkw_aem_ZxopdtY8Ya3yPkc4eOUnwQ

The First Responder Paws Therapy Dog Award returns for a fourth year, honoring the therapy dogs that bring comfort, calm, and healing to America’s first responders. We invite handlers, trainers…

09/14/2026

I want to thank everyone who came to help me celebrate my retirement after 40 years as Fire Chief, as well as everyone who called, sent mesages or left kind words on Facebook. It meant a lot to me to see so many family members, friends, fellow firefighters, and members of our community there. I’m truly grateful for all the support over the years and will never forget this special day.

-Chief Bob Johnston

09/12/2026

Don’t forget to come out and join us tomorrow at the Lyons Rural Fire District and help us celebrate the retirement of Chief Bob Johnston. Open house from 10:00am to 1:00pm. We will have refreshments while they last. We hope to see you all there. Thank you again Chief Johnston for all you have done for your community over the years.

09/12/2026

Today, we pause to remember the 2,977 lives lost on September 11, 2001 including the 343 FDNY firefighters who made the ultimate sacrifice while answering the call.

We remember their courage.
We remember their sacrifice.
We remember the families whose lives were forever changed.

Twenty-five years later, their bravery and service continue to inspire the fire service and our nation.

From all of us at Lyons Fire Department:

We will never forget.

9.11.2001

09/09/2026

This Friday, September 11th, the Lyons Rural Fire District will host a remembrance observation honoring the lives lost and the first responders who made the ultimate sacrifice during the horrific attacks 25 years ago on September 11, 2001.

The observation will begin at 8:30 AM PST at the Lyons Rural Fire District, and we invite members of our community to join us as we pause to remember, reflect, and honor those who were affected by that tragic day.

At approximately 8:48 AM PST, our dispatch center, METCOM 911, will make a special announcement in remembrance of the events of September 11th.

We welcome the public to join us in honoring the victims, survivors, first responders, and countless others whose lives were forever changed forever.

We Will Never Forget. 🇺🇸❤️

09/04/2026

Lyons Rural Fire District is deeply saddened by the passing of Marion County Fire District One Captain Mike Anderson.

We ask our community to please keep Captain Anderson’s family, friends, fellow firefighters, and the entire Marion County Fire District One family in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this difficult time.

Our fire family stands together during times like these. Lyons Rural Fire District is keeping everyone affected in our thoughts and prayers.

08/28/2026

‼️ ATTENTION ‼️

We are aware of active smoke in the area of Lyons, including near Lyons Mill City Dr, and Mccully Mountain. The smoke has been confirmed to be from permitted agricultural burns.

The Lyons Rural Fire District appreciates the community’s concern. At this time, crews have determined that no emergency fire services are needed in the area.

Thank you for your attention to this matter, and for helping us keep the community safe.

08/21/2026

Please join us in recognizing and congratulating Fire Chief Bob Johnston on his retirement as the Fire Chief of Lyons Rural Fire District.
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After a distinguished 52-year career in the fire service, including 40 years as Chief, Chief Johnston leaves behind a lasting legacy of leadership, professionalism, and courage, built through decades of dedicated service to Lyons and the greater Santiam Canyon communities.
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Throughout his career, Chief Johnston answered the call for service countless times, providing steadfast leadership and composure in people’s most trying times. His commitment to service has made substantial impacts to many surrounding communities.
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As Chief Johnston starts this next chapter, we don’t want to view this moment as the end of a career - but as an opportunity to celebrate the years of service, the lives changed, and the difference one man has made in the communities we serve.
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Chief Johnston, from all of us here at Lyons Fire—and from the countless people whose lives you have touched—thank you for your many years of service, leadership, sacrifice, and commitment to your community. We are beyond grateful for everything you have given to the fire service.
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We wish you all the best in this next chapter, You have certainly earned it!
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Please join us Saturday, September 12th, to help us celebrate the fantastic career of Chief Johnston.

When: Saturday, September 12th
Time: 10 am - 1 pm
Where: 1114 Main St, Lyons, OR

Congratulations, Chief