Douglas Forest Protective Association
Sept. 26, 2014
Contact: Kyle Reed, 541-672-6507 x136, kreed@odf.state.or.us
While fire season remains in effect, the recent rain showers
and cooler temperatures have allowed fire officials with the Douglas Forest
Protective Association to ease fire restrictions for the general public.
Campfires and fireworks are now the only restrictions under DFPA’s Regulated
Use Closure. Campfires are only allowed in DFPA Designated Campgrounds
(see list below) and fireworks are prohibited. Under state law, the use
of exploding targets and tracer ammunition remains prohibited until fire season
is terminated.
and cooler temperatures have allowed fire officials with the Douglas Forest
Protective Association to ease fire restrictions for the general public.
Campfires and fireworks are now the only restrictions under DFPA’s Regulated
Use Closure. Campfires are only allowed in DFPA Designated Campgrounds
(see list below) and fireworks are prohibited. Under state law, the use
of exploding targets and tracer ammunition remains prohibited until fire season
is terminated.
“We appreciate the help from all the public and landowners
throughout the last several months of high and extreme fire conditions” says
DFPA District Manager Melvin Thornton. “Keep in mind though, fire season
is still here! Fires will still burn in the fuels as they dry over the next few
days, so caution and common sense is still needed while living and visiting the
area.”
throughout the last several months of high and extreme fire conditions” says
DFPA District Manager Melvin Thornton. “Keep in mind though, fire season
is still here! Fires will still burn in the fuels as they dry over the next few
days, so caution and common sense is still needed while living and visiting the
area.”
Burn permits for outdoor debris burning are now being issued
by DFPA following an onsite inspection by a Forest Officer. Before a burn
permit can be issued, a fire trail down to mineral soil must surround the burn
pile. While burning is taking place, at least one adult with fire tools
and water must remain on site until the burning is completed and the fire is
put out. Permits are only being issued for debris piles consisting of
woody materials. Garbage, plastic, rubber, and other materials cannot be
burned. DFPA burn permits are free of charge and can be obtained by
calling DFPA at 672-6507 to schedule an onsite inspection.
by DFPA following an onsite inspection by a Forest Officer. Before a burn
permit can be issued, a fire trail down to mineral soil must surround the burn
pile. While burning is taking place, at least one adult with fire tools
and water must remain on site until the burning is completed and the fire is
put out. Permits are only being issued for debris piles consisting of
woody materials. Garbage, plastic, rubber, and other materials cannot be
burned. DFPA burn permits are free of charge and can be obtained by
calling DFPA at 672-6507 to schedule an onsite inspection.
For additional information about industrial or public use
restrictions currently in effect, visit www.dfpa.net
or call DFPA’s information line at (541) 672-0379.
restrictions currently in effect, visit www.dfpa.net
or call DFPA’s information line at (541) 672-0379.
DFPA designated campgrounds:
Cavitt Creek Falls
Recreation Site
Recreation Site
Eagleview Campground
Lone Pine Campground
Millpond Recreation
Site
Site
Rock Creek Recreation
Site
Site
Susan Creek Recreation
Site
Site
Tyee Recreation Site
Amacher Park Campground
Douglas County Fairgrounds
Campground
Campground
Pass Creek Campground
Stanton Park Campground
Chief Miwaleta Campground
Whistler’s Bend Campground