Saturday, June 1, marks the beginning of the 2024 summer fire season as declared by the Oregon Department of Forestry’s Southwest Oregon District (SWO) and the City of Ashland. The fire danger level is LOW (green). Now is the time to prepare your home and get ready for evacuations.
Open burning is now prohibited inside and surrounding Ashland until fall, so if you see smoke, please call 911 to report it immediately! No controlled burns on City or federal lands are planned until fall season 2024.
Fire season restrictions on gas-powered machinery and spark emitting activities are phased in over the summer as fire danger increases. Please check our Fire & Rescue page for updates or visit swofire.com.
The following restrictions are now in effect throughout the City of Ashland during Fire Season:
- Outdoor Debris Burning is Prohibited
The following fire restrictions are in effect throughout the City of Ashland at all times of the year:
- Fireworks are prohibited throughout the year within the City of Ashland.
- Sky Lanterns are prohibited throughout the year within the City of Ashland.
- Campfires are prohibited except Lithia Park’s designated campfire rings and in commercially designed wood-burning outdoor fireplaces during periods of Low and Moderate fire danger. Outdoor fireplaces are banned during High and Extreme fire danger. Gas stoves are allowed.
Find the most current fire danger and restrictions on our Fire & Rescue page or by contacting Ashland Fire & Rescue at 541.482.2770.
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