McMinnville, OR – A small kitchen fire at the Yamhill County Correctional Facility on Monday afternoon prompted a quick emergency response but caused no injuries, according to the Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office.
The alarm sounded around 1:25 p.m. on January 8, 2026, after corrections staff reported smoke and flames coming from the kitchen area. Firefighters from the McMinnville Fire District arrived shortly after and extinguished the blaze. Officials said the fire was determined to be accidental and was quickly contained by the building’s sprinkler system.
According to the Sheriff’s Office, no staff members or adults in custody were injured. Food service provider Summit Correctional Services has since established an alternate preparation site to ensure meals continue without interruption. Dinner and breakfast service are already back on schedule.
Maintenance crews are working with correctional staff to repair minor damage, including wall paneling and a prep table. Officials emphasized that the incident was limited and that safety protocols and fire systems functioned effectively.
“The safety of the adults in custody is always of paramount importance,” the Sheriff’s Office said in a statement, thanking staff and the McMinnville Fire District for their prompt action.
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