ODF Central Oregon District to terminate Fire Season 10/25
By Logan Bagett on Wednesday, October 23rd, 2024 in Eastern/Southeast Oregon News More Top Stories
JOHN DAY – (Press Release from the Oregon Department of Forestry’s Central Oregon District)
As of Friday, October 25th at 0001 hours (12:01 A. M.), Oregon Department of Forestry – Central Oregon District will be terminating Fire Season and reducing our Fire Danger levels to “Low” as appropriate.
Starting Friday, October 25th , ODF – John Day Unit will no longer regulate burning other than broadcast burns and commercial, industrial slash burning on ODF protected lands, which still require a permit. If you have questions, or requests for a permit to conduct broadcast burns, or pile burns resulting from commercial, industrial forest operations on ODF protected lands, call 541-575-1139.
With the termination of fire season, burning yard debris and the use of burn barrels is allowed, however these fires should be kept small, and any surrounding fuel should be cleared away to reduce potential spread. A fire tool, such as a shovel, and water or a fire extinguisher should be available to help control the fire if needed. Fires should not be left unattended, should be DEAD OUT! and cool to the touch when you leave. Check with your local fire district for burning regulations in your area, including restrictions on campfires and recreational fires. Failure to follow burn permit instructions or burning on days when burning is not allowed may result in a citation or liability for fire suppression work.
• John Day Unit—Burning yard debris and burn barrels are allowed. While no permit is required from ODF, check with your local fire department to determine if they require a permit.
• Prineville Unit (Sisters Sub-Unit)—A burn permit from ODF or your local fire department is required for burning yard debris or using a burn barrel.
• The Dalles Unit—A burn permit from ODF or your local fire department is required for burning yard debris or using a burn barrel.
When burning it is important to monitor the weather and be prepared for shifting and erratic winds which may spread fire outside the burn area. Wildfires cause damage to Oregon’s natural resources, including affecting water, soil and air quality and impact local communities.
