As the warmer weather increases the temperatures in the northwest corner of the state, fire managers will be increasing the fire danger level to Moderate (blue) for the Public Use Restrictions in the Northwest 1, 2, and 3 (NW-1, NW-2, and NW-3) weather zones. This change will be effective at 1:00 a.m. on Thursday, June 29, 2023.
Campfires will only be allowed at
designated camping sites. Dispersed
campfires will no longer be allowed. Motorists
traveling on forest roads are required to have a shovel and one gallon of water
or a 2.5 lb. or larger ABC fire extinguisher.
Non–industrial use of chain saws is allowed.
In
conjunction with the county fire chiefs, a county wide burn ban remains in
effect.
Open
debris burning has not be allowed since June 14. Burn barrels require a burning
permit, which can be obtained through the Oregon Department of Forestry or a
local fire department depending on the location of the residence. For rural
residences using burn barrels: only metal barrels in good condition covered by heavy
mesh screens with holes no larger than ¼ inch are acceptable. A charged water
supply and hand tools are required to be on site.
The Industrial Fire Precaution levels (IFPL) for NW-1, NW-2, and NW-3 will remain at a level I, with a 1-hour fire watch required.
For up-to-date
recorded information about fire season requirements, call 503-325-7215. To
request a burning permit or obtain additional information, call 503-325-5451
during business hours.
Public
Restrictions Website:
https://www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/restrictions.aspx
