September 8, 2020
ROGUE VALLEY, ORE. – Extreme fire weather and hazardous east winds has increased the fire danger on forestlands protected by Oregon Department of Forestry – Southwest Oregon District (ODF – SWO). To increase fire prevention measures and decrease the risk of new fire starts, a complete shutdown of industrial operations – such as logging sites and other commercial operations – is in the public’s best interest. Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL) IV (4) is NOW in effect September 8, 2020.
All Operation are Prohibited. Complete Shutdown. Permits will not be granted.
ODF-SWO’s Public Fire Restrictions remain in effect and unchanged with a Fire Danger Level of “Extreme” (red). For more information about the Oregon Department of Forestry’s public or industrial fire season restrictions, visit our Facebook page: ODF Southwest Oregon District, or our website www.swofire.com.