🔥 Backyard Burning is Closed – Fire Restrictions in Effect 🔥
Hoodland Fire Burn Information Line(503) 622-3256 [Option 1]
🔥 ODF Regulated Closure in Place 🔥
During fire season, certain outdoor activities can pose a high risk of starting wildfires. To help prevent human-caused fires, the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) has implemented restrictions on public and work-related activities.
We encourage all residents and visitors to stay informed and act responsibly.
👉 Please review ODF’s fire season restrictions and updates here:
🔗 ODF Website
🔗Check ODF's Fire Danger Level
Questions regarding ODF's Restrictions (503) 829-2216
🚫 Prohibited for the remainder of fire season:
- Yard debris burning
- Burn barrels
Important Notes:
- Our agency does not enforce air-quality complaints related to smoke. However, fire crews will respond if:
🔥 A fire is hostile or threatens to become hostile
🚗 Smoke obscures public roadways
🚑 Smoke results in a medical emergency requiring patient care or transport
For air-quality concerns or smoke complaints unrelated to safety hazards, please contact the Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ).
Thank you for doing your part to help protect our forests, homes, and neighbors! 🌲🔥🚒
CITIZEN CONCERNS REGARDING FIRES:
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To report a threatening or hostile fire:
Call 9-1-1 immediately. -
For smoke complaints:
Contact the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ):
📞 (503) 229-5393 or (888) 997-7888
🌐 DEQ File a Pollution Complaint -
To report violations of ODF fire restrictions:
Contact the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF):
📞 (503) 829-2216
🌐ODF Fire Restrictions
| FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS | ANSWERS |
|---|---|
| Are the use of INDOOR fireplaces restricted? | No. ODF Fire restrictions do not apply to indoor fireplaces or woodstoves inside your home. [For USFS Cabins indoor fireplaces are restricted] |
| Are Burn Barrels restricted? | Yes. Burn barrels are considered backyard debris burning and are prohibited during fire season. |
| What is a recreational fire DESIGNATED site? | A Designated Site is a location that has been inspected and approved by the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) and has been issued a permit for recreational fire use. |
| How can I get a PERMIT for my recreational fire? | The land owner will need to contact the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) at 📞 (503) 829-2216 to learn about their inspection and permit process. |
| Is mowing GREEN grass restricted? | No. Mowing green, well-irrigated grass is not restricted. |
| My neighbor is VIOLATING the fire restrictions — who do I call? | Please contact the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) at 📞 (503) 829-2216 to report violations. |
| I want to use equipment NOT COVERED on the restrictions list — what should I do? | Contact Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) at 📞 (503) 829-2216 for guidance before using any unlisted equipment during fire season. |
| I have questions about fire restrictions at my USFS Cabin. | Contact the USFS Recreation Residence Program Manager at 📞 503-622-2031 |
| I have questions about USFS fire restrictions. | Contact Zigzag Ranger District at 📞 503-622-3191 |
