Lincoln City Fire Displaces Four

North Lincoln Fire & Rescue responded to a structure fire at approximately 3:55 p.m. on Tuesday, January 13, 2026, in the 2800 block of North Highway 101 in Lincoln City.

First-arriving crews were on scene in less than two minutes from the time of dispatch and

encountered heavy smoke and fire coming from the rear of the structure. Firefighters

immediately initiated an aggressive fire attack, working to stop the spread of the fire and

protect the front portion of the building.

Firefighting efforts were challenged by limited access to the rear living space and

concerns about the structural integrity of the building as conditions deteriorated. These

factors required crews to adjust tactics throughout the incident to ensure firefighter safety

while continuing to suppress the fire effectively. Firefighters confirmed during the initial stages of the incident that all occupants were accounted for. One occupant and one firefighter were treated for minor injuries.

The building is a mixed-use occupancy, with an arcade in the front and a residence in the rear, and the fire resulted in four individuals being displaced. A total of 29 firefighters worked on scene to bring the fire under control. Most units cleared shortly before midnight after completing suppression and overhaul operations. Due to the extent of the fire and the potential for hidden hot spots, one engine remained on scene overnight to monitor conditions and ensure no flare-ups occurred. That engine remained in place until approximately 8:00 a.m. Wednesday morning.

The fire was caused by a battery failure in a remote-controlled (RC) vehicle. Batteries in

consumer devices can present a fire hazard if damaged, improperly charged, or stored

near combustible materials. North Lincoln Fire & Rescue reminds community members to follow manufacturer charging instructions, use only approved chargers, avoid charging devices unattended, and store devices and batteries away from flammable materials. These simple steps can significantly reduce the risk of a similar incident. Depoe Bay Fire, Nestucca Fire District, Grand Ronde Emergency Services, Lincoln City Police Department, NW Natural, and Pacific Power assisted North Lincoln Fire & Rescue.