The Walker Range Forest Protection District, which covers northern Klamath County (including the Gilchrist State Forest), will begin fire season at 12:01am this Sunday, May 20. Walker Range is the first protection district to enter fire season for 2012.
Entry into fire season imposes certain restrictions on recreational and work activities in the forest. Industrial operations are required to have firefighting equipment on site. Since restrictions may vary, it is advisable to check with the nearest ODF office for rules specific to the local area.
More information throughout the year on Oregon Department of Forestry districts in Fire Season, Industrial Fire Precaution Levels, and Public Use Restrictions is available on the department’s website at:
http://www.oregon.gov/ODF/FIRE/precautionlevel.shtml
Kevin Weeks – Oregon Department of Forestry / Public Affairs Office