Debris burning is prohibited!

Yesterday the South Central Oregon Fire Management Partnership has increased the fire danger level to “moderate” which means that some wildfires may be expected. Expect moderate flame length and rate of spread. Control is usually not difficult, and light to moderate mop-up can be expected. 

 The National Fire Danger Rating System (NFDRS) is a system allowing fire managers to estimate today’s or tomorrow’s fire danger for a given area. The system combines the effects of existing and expected fire danger factors into one or more qualitative indices reflecting the area’s fire protection needs.  It links an organization’s readiness level (or pre-planned fire suppression actions) to the potential fire problems of the day.

Knowledge of these levels can guide visitors to decide whether to have a campfire or ride their off-highway vehicle in a grassy area. Homeowners may choose to postpone burning a debris pile if they are aware of the fire danger level for that day. Contractors working in the forest may consider extra precautions when using equipment that might produce sparks. In some cases, public land managers may even restrict certain activities based on fire danger levels.