La Grande Fire Department lifts ban on fireworks and outdoor recreational fires; debris burning still prohibited
By Garrett Christensen on Friday, September 18th, 2026 in Northeastern Oregon News Northeastern Oregon Top Stories
LA GRANDE – (Press release from the City of La Grande Fire Department) The City of La Grande Fire Department has lifted the temporary ban on the use of all fireworks, recreational fires, cooking fires and charcoal fires, beginning immediately.
Open burning of yard debris MAY open on October 1, 2026 depending on conditions. To obtain a fire permit contact the La Grande Fire Department at 541-963-3123.
Thank you to our citizens for being safe and understanding during this summer of extreme conditions.
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