Tillamook County Emergency Management

10/19/2026

Hazardous Materials Release Full-Scale Exercise

On October 15, agencies from across the region took part in the Tillamook County Local Emergency Preparedness Committee (LEPC) Hazardous Materials Release Full-Scale Exercise. The exercise helped first responders, hospitals, government agencies, and community groups practice working together during a hazardous materials emergency and a mass casualty event.
Participating organizations included the Tillamook County Communications District, Tillamook County Emergency Management, Tillamook County Fairgrounds, Tillamook Power and Utility District, Tillamook County Community Health Department, Tillamook County Transportation District, Tillamook County Commissioners, Tillamook Bay Fire and Rescue, Tillamook Police Department, Tillamook Adventist Hospital, Public Works, Civil Air Patrol, and other local community groups, Office of State Fire Marshal, Oregon Health Authority, Oregon Office of Emergency Management, Oregon Department of Human Services, Oregon Emergency Response System, and Regional Hazardous Materials Response Team 9.
An estimated 50 people took part in the exercise, including first responders, healthcare workers, volunteers, evaluators, and support staff.
The exercise was watched by evaluators from Lincoln County Emergency Management, Clatsop County Emergency Management, and the Oregon Health Authority Health Preparedness Program. They observed the exercise and looked for ways to make future responses even better.
Mary Faith Bell, Tillamook County Commissioner, participated in the exercise and had this to say -
“This was a great opportunity for our community to practice a hazardous materials emergency. We are grateful for all the community partners and volunteers who participated in making Tillamook County better prepared.”
We thank the volunteers for their time and support. Their help, along with the work of all participating organizations, made the exercise a success and helped strengthen our community's ability to respond to emergencies.

09/15/2026

LET’S SHAKE IT UP! SAVE THE DATE…
EXERCISE… EXERCISE… EXERCISE…
The Great Shake Out is a National, State and County Disaster Exercise
for everyone!
10/15 AT 10:15
OCTOBER 15TH AT 10:15 AM
At 10:15 am in the morning on October 15th, communities across the nation will engage in an exercise practicing community response to a mega-earthquake and the resulting tsunami.
Join millions of people to:
DROP! - COVER! - HOLD ON! - GET TO HIGH GROUND!
• Whether you're at home, work, school, or out in the community, participating isan effective way to prepare for earthquakes, tsunamis and other disasters.
• Participating in this exercise is a great way for your family or organization to:
* Prepare
* Plan
* Practice
Save lives – especially your own and those of your loved ones! Know the hazards where you live, work, and spend time. Know where the emergency assembly points are and how to get to them! Stay informed and sign up to receive emergency alerts at:

Sign up for Tillamook County Emergency Alerts:
https://member.everbridge.net/index/453003085611895

Get with it before you need it!
Participate in the Great Shake Out this year!

For more information:
https://www.tillamookcounty.gov/emergency-management/page/great-oregon-shakeout-10152026-1015-am

09/07/2026

OCEANSIDE BEACH HEALTH ADVISORY LIFTED SEPT. 4

September 4th, 2026 5:26 PM

PORTLAND, Ore.—The health authority issued the advisory Sept. 2, after water samples showed higher-than-normal levels of f***l bacteria in ocean waters.
Results from follow-up tests taken by the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) showed lower bacteria levels. Contact with the ocean water no longer poses a higher-than-normal risk. Officials recommend staying out of large pools on the beach that are frequented by birds, and runoff from those pools, because the water may contain increased bacteria from f***l matter.
Since 2003, state officials have used a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency grant to monitor popular Oregon beaches and make timely reports to the public about elevated levels of f***l bacteria. Oregon state agencies participating in this program are OHA, DEQ and the Oregon Parks and Recreation Department.
For more information, visit the Oregon Beach Monitoring Program website at http://www.healthoregon.org/beach or call 971-673-0440, or call OHA toll-free information line at 877-290-6767.

The OBMP monitors the waters along Oregon's coastline

09/03/2026

September 2, 2026
OREGON HEALTH AUTHORITY

Oceanside Beach health advisory issued Sept. 2
High bacteria levels prompt OHA recommendation to avoid water contact
PORTLAND, Ore.—Oregon Health Authority (OHA) is issuing a public health advisory today for unsafe levels of f***l bacteria in ocean waters at Oceanside Beach in Tillamook County. People should avoid direct contact with the water in this area until the advisory is lifted.
Unsafe levels of f***l bacteria can cause diarrhea, stomach cramps, skin rashes, upper respiratory infections, and other illnesses. Children, elderly and those with a compromised immune system should use extra caution as they are more vulnerable to illness from waterborne bacteria.
Visitors should avoid wading in nearby creeks, pools of water on the beach, or in discolored water, and stay clear of water runoff flowing into the ocean. Levels of f***l bacteria tend to be higher in these types of water sources.
Unsafe levels of f***l bacteria in ocean waters can come from both shore and inland sources including:
• Stormwater runoff.
• Sewer overflows.
• Failing septic systems.
• Animal waste from livestock, pets and wildlife.
Even if there is no advisory in effect, avoid swimming in the ocean within 48 hours after a rainstorm.
Ocean waters will be re-tested after an advisory is issued. Once bacteria levels are at a safe level, OHA will notify the public that the advisory is lifted.
While this advisory is in effect at Oceanside Beach, state officials continue to encourage other recreational activities (flying kites, picnicking, playing on the beach, walking, etc.) on this beach because they pose no health risk even during an advisory.
For the most recent information on advisories, visit the Oregon Beach Monitoring Program website at http://www.healthoregon.org/beach
or call 971-673-0482, or 877-290-6767 (toll-free).

The OBMP monitors the waters along Oregon's coastline

07/06/2026

07/05/2026

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Missing 4-year-old female in the Cape Lookout area. Wear white t-shirt with American flag, black shorts. First name Melana. Shoulder length hair. Call 911 if you have seen her.
!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

07/02/2026

ODOT: Valley, No. Coast: OR 131 is closed between Oceanside and Netarts at milepost 2 due to a crash. Expect extended delays or use an alternate route. More Info https://www.tripcheck.com/

07/02/2026

06/25/2026

Welcome change soon comes.
Sun turns to resplendent rain.
Nature sighs, relief!

🌦️Cooler and wetter conditions return late week into the weekend with much of the region in the running to see 0.50in of rain or more - a change worthy of a Haiku!
For the latest forecast visit: weather.gov/pqr/

06/12/2026

ODF’S ENTIRE NORTHWEST OREGON AREA ENTERS FIRE SEASON JUNE 15
News Release from Oregon Dept. of Forestry
Posted on FlashAlert: June 12th, 2026 10:00 AM
Salem, Ore. – Fire season on lands protected by the Oregon Department of Forestry’s (ODF) protection districts in the Northwest Oregon Area (NWOA) will begin June 15, 2026, at 12:01 a.m. which include:
• ODF Forest Grove District
• ODF Tillamook District
• ODF Astoria District
• ODF North Cascade District
• ODF West Oregon District

These districts protect private and public forestland spanning across Marion, Polk, Clackamas, Multnomah, Lincoln, Benton, Yamhill, Tillamook, Clatsop and Columbia Counties.

“Due to drier fuels and forecasted conditions, the ODF districts within Northwest Oregon Area have decided to go into fire season starting June 15,” said Don Everingham, ODF Northwest Oregon Area Director. “Now is the time to be proactive in fire prevention to reduce fire starts in the wake of what is anticipated to be a busy season.”

The launch of fire season sets into motion several fire prevention measures for the general public and forest operations. Call your local district to learn about current burning restrictions or regulations, and if you need a permit. If you were unable to burn your yard debris this spring, cover burn piles and wait until late fall or winter when burning is allowed and conditions are more suitable.

The following activities are prohibited on forestlands protected by ODF when in fire season:
1. Smoking while working in or traveling through any operation area.
2. The use of fuse and caps for blasting, unless approval is granted by the forester.
3. The discharge of an exploding target inside the district or within one-eighth mile of the district.
4. The discharge of tracer am******on on land that is within the district or within one-eighth mile of the district, or when discharged, crosses above land that is within the district or within one-eighth mile of the district.

Public use restrictions and regulated use will change as fire danger goes up or down. Stay current on fire danger and restrictions wherever you are this summer by visiting https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/restrictions.aspx.

In addition to these public use restrictions, fire season requirements for forest operations also go into effect. Fire season starts with Industrial Fire Precaution Level 1. Operators are required to have fire tools, water supply, spark arresters and a fire watch on site.


The Oregon Department of Forestry urges residents to not become complacent in wildfire prevention this fire season. The fewer human-caused fires we have, the less the district’s resources are strained. For tips on wildfire prevention, visit www.keeporegongreen.org

Check your local restrictions at https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/restrictions.aspx

Prevent human-caused wildfires. Check fire restrictions using the fire restrictions map.