City of Burns

Burns Ward Flood Recovery

Heads Up Burns - Curb Ramp Construction Resumes April 21 : https://5il.co/3dn9e

We are happy to report that since the flood waters have receded, residents can return to their homes.  Also, the sewer system is usable again.  But, please, be mindful of your use.  The sewer system is still extremely high, and your thoughtfulness will be appreciated by all.   Those of you that are staying in campers at other locations can place your camper on your property and live at home while repair work is ongoing on your property.  Also, GREAT NEWS FROM THE CITY AND COUNTY, the planning departments are waiving all permit fees for flood damaged properties.  So please contact us if you have work to do at your flood damaged home.    Also, please use the dumpsters that are stationed at Washington Park for flood debris only.  We will be having our regular city “cleanup day” at a later time so you will be able to use dumpsters that are provided for cleanup. Judy Erwin City Manager City of Burns Oregon  

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PUBLIC NOTICE: Steve Welsh deployed to Burns as Assistant Director of External Relations for the American Red Cross during the flooding disaster response. There is attached information about community resources and what they call Immediate Assistance (a first round of financial assistance) for residents of Burns whose homes were impacted by the recent flood. Share this information with your clients, partners, families and residents because they need the online application to be filled out by April 24th. Instructions are also included. If people need help, they can visit their teams at the Harney Hub or the library any day this week. Thanks, Steve Walsh AD/External Relations DR 515-25 Oregon Floods Phone: 916-208-4058 Disaster Assistance Instructions: https://5il.co/3d2g8 Sort Icon Burns Resources Flyer: https://5il.co/3d2ga Sort Icon Burns IA Announcement w QR: https://5il.co/3d2gb

Damage Assessments -Floods 2025 : 78 https://5il.co/3cq4o

City Council Agenda Packet April 9, 2025: https://5il.co/3cqt0

PLEASE CHECK THIS OUT: Damage Assessments -Floods 2025: https://5il.co/3cq4o

Flood Water Result for April 3, 2025: https://5il.co/3clz7

Contact Phone Numbers If you have an emergency, please call 911 Electrical: Oregon Trail Electrical : 541-573-2666 If you have electrical equipment under water or other related unsafe electrical, please contact Oregon Trail Electric immediately. If your power is disconnected, you must obtain an electric permit and have an inspection before Oregon Trail Electric will restore power. This is for the safety of the occupants and the power grid. You can contact the Harney County Building Department and they can assist you with this process. The fastest way to restore power is to hire an Oregon Licensed Electrical Contractor. Propane Contacts: Please call your gas company if you have any concerns in regards to your propane gas equipment, damage, or safety concerns. Ed Staub and Sons Propane : 541-573-2622 Ferrel Gas : 888-337-7355 Water/Sewer/Septic: City of Burns: 541-573-5255

Faith Baptist Church Free Hot Meal for People Effected by the Flood: https://5il.co/3cexh

Flood Water Results for April 2, 2025: https://5il.co/3ceid

In an order to hopefully prevent sewers from backing up into homes throughout the City of Burns due to the failure of the sewer system from the infiltration of flood waters , the city will be discharging in the ditches down the nature trail. The flows will not be directly going on the trail but through the ditches to the treatment facility. For safety reasons, as bypass operations are underway, please stay off and away from the nature trail or equipment being used to pump. This is an attempt to prevent damage to the rest of our community and their property that has not already been damaged from the flood waters. We understand these are trying and confusing times, but the safety of our community and it's members is and always will be top priority for the City of Burns. We appreciate your understanding while we navigate through these difficult times.

The City of Burns would like to clear up any confusion there may be about the city's water being shut off. The city will NOT be turning the water off. I apologize if anyone has been misinformed. We know with all the emotions and chaos things can get mixed up. If anyone has questions please call City Hall. If that were ever to change at any point please know the City of Burns will make the residents aware right away.

The City of Burns would like to ask that the community stay off and away from the nature trail as the crews will be discharging sewer overflow into the discharge field to try and mitigate the infiltration of flood water into the city's sewer system. We will be posting Hazard signs on and around the trail so it will be marked, but please spread the word as well so we can keep everyone as safe and healthy as possible.

PUBLIC NOTICE: The City of Burns would like to make the community aware that the city may be experiencing water pressure issues due to the fact that a fire hydrant was damaged down in the flood area. We want everyone to know that the water is still safe and there are no worries of contamination at this time. The crews are working diligently to try and mitigate this issue . We appreciate everyone's patience while we guide our way through all these tragic events. We are so thankful for all the agencies as well as everyone else in the community who has stepped in to help. Our thoughts are with everyone being effected. Please stay safe and reach out for help if you need it.

The City of Burns and the Burns Police Department want to remind the community that, even under normal circumstances, members of our community experience loss, personal tragedy, economic hardship, and personal struggles with alcohol or substance use. Especially during these emergency events, members of our community are experiencing dramatic stressors and a sense of uncertainty that can have a dramatic effect on our emotional, mental, and physical well-being.   The national crisis line can be reached at 988. The local mobile crisis line is 541-573-8376. Locally, the Recovery Resource phone number is 541-589-5153. If you just need to talk to someone the Oregon Warmline is available at 800-698-2392.   If you are concerned about a local community member or feel they need to be checked on, please feel free to contact our local non-emergency dispatch number at 541-573-6156.”

PUBLIC NOTICE: We are asking the entire area, and especially the residents of the City Of Burns, to be mindful of water usage to help protect our sewer system. Please be mindful of flushing, mindful of showers, and try to minimize your water usage in general. This will help take pressure off of the lagoons as we are already at full capacity. Thank you so much for helping us and for working together so we can get through this as soon as possible.

PUBLIC NOTICE: The City of Burns would like to ask people to stop diverting water onto other properties. Do no erect barriers in the streets to divert the water. This can be a hazard as these are evacuation routes and you could be charged with disorderly conduct in the 2nd degree in addition to being liable for any damages to the neighboring property or properties by that diversion. We understand that these are very scary and unsure times and people are wanting to save their homes and property, but please do not put yourself or other people in danger or damage someone else's property by trying to do so. There are many people working very diligently to try and do what they can to mitigate the problem and they will continue to do so.

PUBLIC NOTICE: Due to the flooding, the Burns sewer system is being inundated and people may possibly start noticing sewage backing up into their homes . If you are being effected, please contact City Hall. At this time we are unsure which agency will be handling all of these things, but we suggest that people contact their insurance companies as well if they are being effected. We will be making a list and keeping track of the people and addresses that are being effected until we know who will be handling those things. We will keep you updated as we have more information. Please as safe as possible and call 911 if you are in any danger. For more information, you can also call the Emergency Management Information Line for at 541-589-0112.