October 13, 2014
As fall weather finally begins to take hold after the long wildfire
season, many forest landowners are shifting to another form of fire. Prescribed
burning removes downed woody material from the forest, reducing wildfire risk
when next summer rolls around. And when conducted following timber harvest,
these controlled fires help prepare the soil for replanting of young trees.
In addition to clearing excess vegetation that would otherwise compete with
young trees soon to be planted, prescribed burning releases nutrients into the
soil to jumpstart their growth.
Oregon’s Forest Practices Act, the first in the
nation, requires replanting after logging.
To minimize smoke intrusions into populated areas,
Oregon Department of Forestry meteorologists daily monitor weather conditions,
and issue forecasts and burning instructions throughout the fall prescribed
burning season.
To prevent excessive smoke caused by too many burns
at one time, the weather forecasters coordinate hundreds of burning requests
from private and public forest landowners.
In contrast to prescribed burns, which take place
in fall and also spring, large wildfires typically occur in summer when weather
conditions often trap smoke in populated valleys for an extended period.
Since 1972, the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF)
has regulated forestland burning in the state under the Oregon Smoke Management
Plan. Though smoke intrusions into populated areas occasionally occur due to
unexpected changes in weather and wind conditions, ODF’s oversight of
prescribed burning minimizes such occurrences.
October 8, 2014
The Rock Creek Fire was reported late yesterday afternoon burning in north central Oregon approximately 11 miles west of Maupin. The fire was burning in grass and brush near Rock Creek Road, and grew to 14 acres.
Resources assigned to the fire: 7 engines, 1 water tender and one 3-person hand crew responded.
Today the fire is in mop up.
October 5, 2014
A fire broke out Saturday afternoon east of Imbler, Oregon,
proving that fire season isn’t quite over yet. The fire moved quickly from near
Market Lane and is now approximately 97 acres burning in mixed timber, brush and
grass on Mt. Harris. It is currently on private lands. The cause of the
fire is under investigation at this time.
Interagency firefighting resources were integral in
battling the fire on Saturday afternoon. Firefighters led by the Oregon
Department of Forestry responded from around Northeast Oregon to the scene.
Local rural fire departments from around Union County and the U.S. Forest Service
assisted ODF with containment efforts.
Resources currently on scene include two
helicopters, eight fire engines, multiple bulldozers and hand crews. Firefighters will
work through the night to secure control lines, and then operations will continue
for several days to patrol and monitor the fire for hotspots, as
well as mop-up operations to further secure the fire area.
Firefighting resources will be prominent in the Mt. Harris
area for the next few days. Currently, the Mt. Harris Road is closed to all
uphill traffic, and downhill traffic will be led through the fire area. People
are reminded to use caution while travelling in the area. Public and
firefighter safety are primary concerns for fire managers.
The weather forecast for the week calls for more warm and
dry temperatures with no precipitation in sight. The public is reminded that
lands protected by the Oregon Department of Forestry are still under a Regulated
Use Closure. No open fires are permitted at this time.
Contact a local Oregon Department of Forestry office for
complete information on ODF Restrictions:
La Grande Unit (541)963-3168
Baker City Sub-Unit (541)523-5831
Wallowa Unit (541) 886-2881
Pendleton Unit (541)276-3491
To report a fire, contact:
Blue Mountain Interagency Dispatch (541) 963-7171
Or, call 9-1-1
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October 2, 2014
Contact:
Kyle Reed
Douglas Forest Protective Association
541-672-6507 x136
A word of caution to hunters
as they prepare for opening day of deer season this weekend: Fire danger
is still present throughout the Umpqua Valley and fire restrictions remain in
place. While hunters take aim at that trophy buck, the Douglas Forest
Protection Association would like to remind all forest visitors to still be
careful in wildland areas.
“The cool overnight and
morning temperatures can be very misleading” says DFPA Fire Prevention
Specialist Kyle Reed. “With temperatures forecasted into the 80’s through
the weekend, the chances of a fire starting and spreading is still very
likely.”
DFPA’s modified Regulated Use
Closure remains in effect, which means the following restrictions must be
followed when recreating on private, county, state or BLM lands.
- Campfires are only
allowed in designated campgrounds (see list below)
- The use of fireworks,
exploding targets, and tracer ammunition are all prohibited.
Note that when traveling from
DFPA protected land onto neighboring ODF or Forest Service lands, fire
restrictions may change. Contact the appropriate fire organization for
the land you want to recreate on for up to date fire restrictions.
In addition, some private
landowners still have additional closures or restrictions in place on their land
holdings due to the fire danger. It is recommended to check accessibility
before venturing onto private lands.
The Douglas Forest Protective
Association protects 1.6 million acres of private, county, state and Bureau of
Land Management lands within the Douglas District, and have suppressed 117
fires this year that have burned 113 acres.
DFPA DESIGNATED
CAMPGROUNDS
Cavitt Creek Falls Recreation Site
Eagleview Campground
Lone Pine Campground
Millpond Recreation Site
Rock Creek Recreation Site
Susan Creek Recreation Site
Tyee Recreation Site
Amacher Park Campground
Douglas County Fairgrounds Campground
Pass Creek Campground
Stanton Park Campground
Chief Miwaleta Campground
Whistler’s Bend Campground
September 26, 2014
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.
“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.”
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.
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.
DFPA designated campgrounds:
Cavitt Creek Falls
Recreation Site
Eagleview Campground
Lone Pine Campground
Millpond Recreation
Site
Rock Creek Recreation
Site
Susan Creek Recreation
Site
Tyee Recreation Site
Amacher Park Campground
Douglas County Fairgrounds
Campground
Pass Creek Campground
Stanton Park Campground
Chief Miwaleta Campground
Whistler’s Bend Campground
September 26, 2014
September 26, 2014
Oregon Dept. of Forestry
Southwest Oregon District
Contacts:
Kaitlyn
Webb, Medford Oregon Department of Forestry, (541) 620-1572
John
O’Connor, Medford Oregon Department of Forestry, (541) 621-1168
An active fire season in southwest Oregon comes as no
surprise. Both smoky skies accompanied by frequent firefighter traffic are
common sights. Damage of personal property and livelihood due to forest fires
are also a concern—a concern that has recently been attracting more attention
and the prompting of local action. Individuals are understanding the importance
of defensible space around their homes as well as their neighborhoods.
Firewise, a nationwide program is aiding in the promotion of this awareness and
in taking steps to empower local communities to take action. There are
currently 55 recognized Firewise Communities in Oregon, 6 of which have been
established in 2014.
John O’Connor, a Firewise Specialist with the Oregon
Department of Forestry describes this program as, “Neighbors working with
neighbors to help make their communities safer from wildfire.” The goal is to
create communities that can survive fires through fuels reduction. Since
wildfires threaten entire communities, not just a single home, it is crucial
for all members to be aware of elements that increase fire potential so that
these can be eliminated in order to create defensible space around homes and properties.
In urban areas, fire can jump from home to home. In more rural areas, fire can
feed off the flammable vegetation between properties, which means that it must
be a communal effort to create safer communities.
Flames do not have to be surrounding a neighborhood for
the structures and properties to be at risk. Fire-spreading embers can drift
miles from the actual fire presenting a danger to surrounding residents. Wisely
selecting less flammable building materials for the roof and keeping gutters and
roofs clear of leaves or needles can minimize the risk of ignition from
drifting embers. Elements such as untreated decks or woodpiles near a home
increase vulnerability to ignition and should be mitigated.
Firewise offers a wealth of information, property
assessments, possible funding for fuel reduction assistance, as well as
continual support and guidance regarding the plans a community sets in place
for future sustainability and improvement of defensible space.
The rewards of a proactive and fire aware community far
outweigh the efforts required. Being a Firewise Community enhances the safety
of your home, builds community, and provides a framework for future action.
Being fire ready reduces the risk of damaged structures and property in the
event of a fire.
Contact
one of these Firewise Communities specialists to learn how your neighborhood
can become more resilient to wildfire by becoming a Firewise Community or visit
www.firewise.org
John O’Connor, Josephine County Firewise, (541) 621-1168
Bob Schumacher, Grants Pass Fire and Rescue, (541) 450-6205 Ashley Lara,
Ashland Fire and Rescue, (541) 552-2231
September 25, 2014
September 25, 2014
Contact:
Chris
Dayton
Oregon
Dept. of Forestry
541-549-2731,
cdayton@odf.state.or.us
Hunter
information booths will be open across central Oregon in early October to
provide the public with current fire restriction information on open fires,
driving off road, chainsaw use, smoking in the forest, and more. Road closure
information as well as map sales and coffee will also be available at most
locations.
Early
fall is the most dynamic time of year for wildfire danger. Hot afternoons
continue to dry out vegetation and colder nights alone do not provide adequate
moisture recovery. Central Oregon has experienced an active wildfire season
this summer. The message to hunters and recreationists is: Call ahead for the
area you are visiting to find out the current fire use restrictions. They can quickly
change and vary from place to place. Some restrictions may be lifted due to
rain received. But many areas may still prohibit open fires and driving off of
improved roads.
Fire
restriction/fire use information can be found at the following locations:
The
Dalles:
Memaloose Rest Area
Thursday, Oct. 2
– 6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 3 –
6 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Dodson Road
Thursday, Oct. 2
– 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 3 –
9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
La
Pine:
La Pine at “Rays”
Thursday, Oct. 2
– 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 3 –
8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Prineville:
Prineville at “Rays”
Wednesday,
Oct. 1 – 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, Oct. 2
– 5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Friday, Oct. 3 –
5:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
Highway
58:
Milepost 71
Thursday, Oct. 2 –
10 a.m. to dark
Friday, Oct. 3 – 9
a.m. to dark
The
hunter booths are brought to you by the Central Oregon Fire Prevention
Cooperative, the Klamath County Fire Prevention Cooperative and the
Mid-Columbia Fire Prevention Cooperative.
September 23, 2014
Washington County issued the following news release on Tuesday, September 23, 2014 @ 2 p.m. PDT
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With the Scoggins Creek Fire approaching full containment, Washington County officials plan to re-open Scoggins Valley Park at Hagg Lake at dawn Wednesday, September 24. The park had been closed since September 19 due to the Scoggins Creek Fire that had engulfed just over 200 acres of privately owned forest land.
State officials plan to monitor conditions frequently throughout the remainder of fire season.
“We are thankful to our neighbors throughout the Hagg Lake area who were affected by this fire and to the patrons of Scoggins Valley Park for their patience throughout this ordeal,” said Todd Winter, park superintendent. “We owe a deep debt of gratitude to all the first-responders and their home and supporting agencies. The bravery, professionalism and commitment demonstrated throughout this incident has been tremendous.”
The Scoggins Creek Fire drew an immediate response from the Gaston Rural Fire District, Cornelius Fire, Forest Grove Fire and Rescue, Hillsboro Fire and Rescue, Tualatin Valley Fire and Rescue, Washington County Sheriff’s Office, MetroWest Ambulance and the Washington County Consolidated Communications Agency. Support also came from the American Red Cross, Clean Water Services, Gaston School District, Hillsboro Water Department, the Joint Water Commission, Stimson Lumber, Tualatin Valley Irrigation District, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Washington County Fire Defense Board, Washington County Animal Services, Washington County Emergency Management, Land Use and Transportation and Public Health.
With help from the Oregon State Fire Marshal, Oregon Department of Forestry and the Governor’s Office, command of the incident transitioned to state incident management teams directing fire suppression operations by state wildland fire fighters from throughout Oregon.
Coordination of this multi-agency effort came from the emergency operations centers that activated at Washington County and at the cities of Cornelius, Forest Grove and Gaston. The federal and state agencies supporting the Northwest Interagency Coordination Center also contributed to the effort.
Created by Scoggins Dam in 1975, Hagg Lake was designed as a reservoir for drinking, agricultural and commercial uses. Through a cooperative agreement with the lake’s owner, the U.S. Bureau of Reclamation, Washington County operates Scoggins Valley Park as a site for boating, fishing and other recreational uses.
Contact:
Todd Winter, Scoggins Valley Park Superintendent, 503-357-5732, Todd_Winter@co.washington.or.us
Philip Bransford, Communications Officer, Washington County Administrative Office, 503-846-8685, Philip_Bransford@co.washington.or.us
September 22, 2014
The Jewel Road Fire was reported around 1 p.m. today burning seven miles west of the community of Dufur in The Dalles Unit of the Central Oregon District. The Oregon Department of Forestry, U.S. Forest Service and Columbia River Gorge National Scenic Area are fighting the fire. Resources include: two helicopters, two bulldozers, six fire engines and two hand crews. the fire is actively burning in grass, brush and oak fuels in rolling terrain. Cause is under investigation.
September 20, 2014
Governor John Kitzhaber has declared the Scoggins Creek Fire burning near Hagg Lake a conflagration. The declaration cleared the way for the state fire marshal to mobilize firefighters and equipment to assist local resources battling the fire.
The Office of State Marshal’s Green Incident Management and structural task forces from ton, Marion and Lincoln counties are on scene.
Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) and OSFM are working jointly on this incident to address both the wildfire and structure protection needs.
Currently there are approximately 30-40 homes on evacuation Level 3 – “Go;”
12-20 homes on Level 2 – “Set;”
and 20-30 homes at Level 1 – “Ready.”
The fire is burning 2 miles NW of Hagg Lake and 8 miles west of Forest Grove. Hagg Lake Park is closed until further notice.
Current road closures:
Lee Road at West Shore.
Scoggins Valley Road at park entrance.
Estimates put the current acreage of the fire at 250-300 acres.
Fire information email address: ScogginsCreekFire@gmail.com
Twitter: @scogginsfire14
Inciweb: http://inciweb.nwcg.gov/incident/4119
Oregon’s conflagration may be invoked only by the Governor and allows the State Fire Marshal to dispatch structural firefighters and equipment. More information on Conflagration and Emergency Mobilization is available at OSFM website:
http://www.oregon.gov/OSP/SFM/2008_Oregon_Fire_Service_Mobilization_Plan.shtml.
Additional resources on surviving wildfires may be accessed at:
* Wildfire…Evacuation Readiness http://egov.oregon.gov/OSP/SFM/docs/Comm_Ed/WUI/wildfire_evac.doc
* After the Wildfire… http://egov.oregon.gov/OSP/SFM/docs/Comm_Ed/WUI/After_a_wildfire.doc
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September 20, 2014
NEWS RELEASE
SEPTEMBER 20, 2014
Media Contact:
Chris Pair, 503-559-5938
Rachel Wray, 503-559-1277
(Portland, OR) — Governor Kitzhaber invoked the Emergency Conflagration Act at 11:20 p.m. September 19, 2014, in response to the Scoggins Creek Fire burning near Hagg Lake. The fire threatens several homes and forced evacuations after first being spotted early Friday afternoon.
“The Scoggins Creek Fire has grown quickly and already forced several families to evacuate to safety.” said Governor Kitzhaber. “We are reminded that fire season is still not over and the danger to life and property persists anywhere a spark and dry fuel exists, no matter what time of year. This declaration allows us to deploy more resources to battle this fire to help residents and firefighters.”
In accordance with ORS 476.510-476.610, Governor Kitzhaber determined that a threat to life, safety, and property exists due to the fire and that the threat exceeds the firefighting capabilities of local firefighting personnel and equipment.
The Governor’s declaration authorizes the Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal to mobilize structural firefighters and equipment to assist local resources battling the fire.
The emergency was declared for the Scoggins Creek Fire only and is effective immediately.
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September 20, 2014
The 15-acre Fern Ridge Fire reported at 3 p.m. on Friday is burning four miles east of the community of Sublimity in the North Cascade District. The Oregon Dept. of Forestry has a helicopter, four fire engines and two bulldozers working the blaze. Cause is under investigation.
September 20, 2014
The 150-acre Scoggins Creek Fire broke out around 2:30 p.m. Sept. 19. Burning two miles northwest of Hagg Lake (eight miles west of Forest Grove) in the Forest Grove District, the fast-moving blaze is casting embers ahead of the flame front, starting new spot fires, and firefighters are seeing fire whirls – evidence of extreme fire behavior.
Oregon Dept. of Forestry has been joined by Gaston Fire District and other local fire departments in battling the fire, which is burning in 10-15 year-old reprod timber.
Cause of the fire is under investigation.
September 19, 2014
Washington IMT 2 Incident Commander – Bruce Holloway
ODF Incident Commander – Ross Holloway
36 Pit Fire Information Center: 503-630-1711 or 360-280-4352
News Media Release
September 19, 2014
Estacada, Oregon- A public meeting will be held on Saturday, September 20, 2014 at 7:00 pm at the Estacada First Baptist Church. Members of the Incident Management Team and other local officials will be present to provide information and answer questions related to the 36 Pit Fire. The Estacada First Baptist Church is located at 29101 SE Eagle Creek Road in Estacada.
September 16, 2014
Sept. 16, 2014
News contact:
Matt Flock
Community Wildfire Forester
Oregon Dept. of Forestry
This fire season has shown to be a long and grueling one. Stretching across the state from Klamath Falls to La Grande to Veneta, it started early and seems not to have an end in sight yet. Defensible space around your home is the critical piece to improve the survivability of your home in the event of a wildfire, and there is still time to create it this fire season.
“Creating defensible space around your home is the best way to make your home more survivable in the wake of a wildfire,” says Oregon Department of Forestry’s Matt Flock. “The more you can do to make your home defensible now, will be critical if a wildfire hits your community and you’re not home.”
When a wildfire starts, there is little to no warning. Defensible space is the way to prepare our homes and property to have a fighting chance in the wildland-urban interface (WUI), said the Community Wildfire Forester.
During a wildfire, firefighters work intensely to prepare homes in the path of a wildfire. The more that landowners can accomplish before the incident happens, the less time firefighters will need to spend preparing the homes and can focus instead on stopping the fire.
“It’s the little things you can do that play a key role in keeping your home, family and community safe,” he said.
Wildfires that occur in the WUI often are started by human activity and then spread to the forest. Corvallis recently had an 86-acre fire on the north side of town that threatened many homes. For residents, it was a sobering moment of what fire can do and how real it can become to communities near wooded areas.
Once underway a fire follows the fuel, whether it is trees or houses. Creating defensible space around a house is a proven way to make it less vulnerable to wildfire. The National Firewise Communities Program has great tips for WUI residents to refer to. The program says “Defensible space” simply means to:
- Maintain the landscape around a home to reduce fire danger.
- Provide safe access to firefighters so they can protect it.
To create defensible space, Firewise advises to start with the house and work your way out:
Check the roof and rain gutters
Leaves and needles in gutters are very susceptible to the ember showers that commonly occur at the head of a raging wildfire. Cleaning that material out from the gutters and off the roof of your home will make it much more difficult for a fire to start there.
Remove fuel sources close to the house
The perimeter of the home and attachments out to about five feet are vulnerable if organic mulch, arborvitae or other flammable plants are located in that area. A wind-cast ember or a creeping ground fire could ignite fuels in this zone and carry flames to the structure.
Maintain landscaping in the middle zone
Plants in the zone about 30 to 100 feet from the house should be low-growing and well irrigated. Firewise advises to:
- Leave 30 feet between clusters of two to three trees, or 20 feet between individual trees.
- Encourage a mixture of deciduous and coniferous trees.
- Create fuel breaks, such as driveways, gravel walkways and lawns.
- Prune trees up six to 10 feet from the ground.
Pruning trees in this way inhibits a wildfire from climbing into the crowns and carrying flames from tree to tree, and eventually to the house. Doing that allows the fire to stay on the ground where firefighters can fight the fire and keep its spread to a minimum.
Outer Zone
The zone 100 to 200 feet from the home requires less attention but still should be looked at for ways to create an outer buffer to wildfire. Trees may need to be thinned, though less intensively than those closer in.
- Remove any heavy accumulations of woody debris.
- Thin out clusters of small trees and remove ladder fuels that can climb into tree canopies.
- Reduce the density of tall trees so canopies are not touching.
Homeowner / Firefighter access
Prune trees along the driveway and trim back shrubs so that the egress to leave your home is not blocked by intense fire behavior. Firefighter will need to use that same road to get into your home as well. Keeping it trimmed and open allows them to do their job and attack the fire as well.
More tips on how to create defensible space around your home and protect it from wildfire can be found at: www.firewise.org.
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September 16, 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Distribution: Major Media
September 16, 2014
Contacts:
Rod Nichols, Oregon Department of Forestry, 503-945-7425, rnichols@odf.state.or.us
Kris Babbs, Keep Oregon Green Association, 503-945-7499, kbabbs@odf.state.or.us
Fire season 2014 started early and continues to be active in Oregon.
The Oregon Department of Forestry and the Keep Oregon Green Association are joining together on Wednesday, September 17, at 11:00 a.m. PDT, along with a panel of experts, to participate a Twitter chat hosted by Sunset magazine editors to help those in the western United States prepare for a possible wildfire. Questions will range from how fast a wildfire travels to the best things to do to make your home and garden fire-safe.
How does it work?
1. Log in to Twitter before the chat starts at 11 a.m. PDT and follow @SunsetMag
2. Enter #SunsetChat into the search bar and select the “All” search option to follow the chat in real-time.
3. Have a question? Tweet it using #SunsetChat; Sunset will pulse as many as they can out to the panelists.
With fire season still at the forefront of the news in the west, ODF and KOG hope that participating in this Twitter chat can help inform all Oregonians about how they can prevent wildfires, and things they can do to best remain fire-safe this year and prepare for future fire seasons in Oregon.
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September 11, 2014
September 11, 2014
For wildfire managers, the current forecast of dry easterly
winds and rising temperatures means just one thing: elevated fire behavior.
East winds, common in late summer and early fall, can turn a smoldering
campfire or an errant spark from a vehicle into a raging blaze in minutes. And
the winds coming later this week are predicted to be especially strong – 15 to
20 mph. The low humidity, coupled with wind and high temperatures, can
turbocharge even the smallest fire start.
Whether this weather event spawns new wildfires depends
almost entirely on how Oregonians behave in the forest. This time of year,
human activity is the chief cause of fires, not lightning. We can prevent wildfires
by taking extra precautions as we work and recreate in the forest. You can make
the difference by following a few simple tips:
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Operate ATVs and other motorized vehicles only
on established roads.
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Check your vehicle for dragging tow chains that
can send sparks into roadside vegetation.
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Don’t park on dry grass – the hot exhaust system
can set it smoldering in seconds.
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Check current fire restrictions for the area before
building a campfire. Open fires may be prohibited. But if allowed, tend the
fire constantly and extinguish it thoroughly before leaving the area.
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Smoke only in an enclosed vehicle. Properly
dispose of cigarette butts.
Rod Nichols Kris Babbs
Oregon Dept. of Forestry Keep Oregon Green Assoc.
503-945-7425 503-945-7499
September 10, 2014
Regulated Use Closure Modified
Due
to the extreme fire danger throughout Douglas County, the Douglas Forest
Protective Association has modified the Regulated Use Closure for the general public.
Effective September 11 at 12:01 a.m., the mowing of dead, dry
grass with power driven machinery will be prohibited on all DFPA protected
land. The mowing of green, irrigated grass is still allowed. All
other restrictions under DFPA’s Regulated Use Closure remain in effect and
unchanged.
Other
activities either restricted or prohibited under DFPA’s Regulated Use Closure
include smoking, backyard burning, campfires, chain saw use, off road driving,
and other high risk fire activities. For more information about public or
industrial restrictions currently in effect, visit www.dfpa.net
or call the information line at (541) 672-0379.
Kyle Reed
Fire Prevention
Specialist
Douglas Forest
Protective Association
Office: (541)
672-6507 ext. 136
Cell: (541)
580-2789
September 6, 2014
The 86-acre Chip Ross Fire reported burning in the West Oregon District 9 p.m. Friday is now fully lined, and no spread is occurring at this time. The Oregon Dept. of Forestry and the Corvallis Fire Dept. are working together on the fire. Eleven acres are on ODF jurisdiction and the rest on Corvallis FD.
ODF has two inmate hand crews working the fire and two fire engines. Cause is under investigation.
September 6, 2014
The 60-acre Yellow Fire reported Friday evening burning in the Western Lane District prompted deployment of an ODF incident management team Saturday morning. The fire is burning in logging slash and timber. ODF’s Team 3 held an in-briefing this morning and will take command of firefighting operations later today.
