Portland Fire & Rescue crews responded on Monday to a possible fire on NW Naito Parkway, between the Fremont and Broadway bridges on the downtown waterfront. The area is heavily trafficked by walkers and cyclists, and officials had not yet confirmed any injuries or determined a cause.
According to the Portland Fire and Rescue on the X account, firefighters were responding to a "potential fire" and reminded residents to call 9-1-1 for emergencies. This was the first official update, and no detailed incident report had been released at that time.
Portland Fire is responding to a potential fire on NW Naito Pkwy. Between the Fremont and Broadway Bridges.
— Portland Fire & Rescue (@PDXFire) February 16, 2026
Where This Is
The section of Naito Parkway in question runs alongside Tom McCall Waterfront Park between the Fremont and Broadway bridges, a waterfront zone that draws heavy bike and foot traffic and hosts frequent riverfront events, according to Portland Parks & Recreation. The Portland Bureau of Transportation's Better Naito upgrades expanded bike and pedestrian space along this corridor, which can make emergency vehicle access trickier during major responses.
What Officials Are Advising
Authorities are asking people to steer clear of the area while crews sort things out and to call 9-1-1 for any urgent medical or safety issues. Fire engines and other emergency vehicles may cause short-term disruptions on nearby streets and along riverfront sidewalks as firefighters check the scene.
Local Context
Portland Fire & Rescue has been busy in recent weeks, including a second-alarm apartment fire earlier in February that drew a large multi-unit response. This story will be updated when officials release more information about the Naito Parkway call.
