Governor Kotek Honors Klamath Falls Man Who Died Fighting Wrights Spring Fire
Salem, OR — Governor Tina Kotek today expressed her condolences to the family, friends and colleagues of Jason Ensign, a Klamath Falls man who died while supporting firefighting operations on the Wrights Spring Fire in Klamath County. Ensign, 47, was operating a dozer to help fire crews construct fire lines when rapidly changing fire conditions overtook his equipment.
“On behalf of all Oregonians, I extend my deepest condolences to Jason Ensign’s family, loved ones, and colleagues,” Governor Kotek said. “Mr. Ensign’s passing is a tragic loss, and a stark reminder of the danger first responders bravely confront every day when protecting our communities.”