August 19, 2024
JACKSON & JOSEPHINE COUNTIES, Ore. (Aug. 19, 2024) – As of Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 12:01 a.m., the fire danger level on lands protected by the Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District will decrease to “high” (yellow) and the Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL) will decrease to Level 2 (two). This affects 1.8 million acres of state, private, county and Bureau of Land Management lands in Jackson and Josephine counties.
The primary difference between the former regulations and the new decrease to high fire danger affects the public use of power-driven equipment, such as chainsaws, mowers, weed eaters, and more. The use of power-driven equipment, grinding, cutting of metal, and other spark-emitting equipment, such as wood splitters and generators, will now be allowed until 10 a.m. and after 8 p.m. daily. Power-driven equipment use on green lawns is always allowed.
Other fire prevention regulations which will remain in effect, include:
- No debris burning, including piles and debris burned in burn barrels.
- Fireworks are prohibited on or within 1/8th of a mile of ODF-protected land and are prohibited on BLM lands.
- Exploding targets and tracer ammunition, or any bullet with a pyrotechnic charge in its base, are prohibited.
- Campfires are allowed only in designated campgrounds. Portable stoves or fire pits using liquefied or bottled fuels may be used in other locations that are clear of dry vegetation.
- Motorized vehicles, including motorcycles and all-terrain, are allowed only on improved roads; one shovel and one gallon of water, or one 2.5 pound or larger fire extinguisher, is required while traveling.
- Smoking while traveling will only be allowed in enclosed vehicles on improved roads, in boats on the water and other specifically designated locations.
- Chainsaws may not be used between 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. during high fire danger. During hours outside of this time frame, chainsaws may be used but require that the operator have one shovel and one 8-oz or larger fire extinguisher at the work site. A fire watch is also required for one hour after each chainsaw use.
- Cutting, grinding, and welding of metal is not allowed between 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. during high fire danger. These activities will be allowed during hours outside of this time frame only if the work site is cleared of potentially flammable vegetation and other materials, and a water supply is at the job site.
- The mowing of dead or dried grass with power-driven equipment is not allowed between 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. during high fire danger. This restriction includes gas, electric and battery-powered equipment. This restriction does not include mowing of green lawns, or equipment used for the commercial culture and harvest of agricultural crops.
- Any other spark-emitting internal combustion engine-use not specifically mentioned is not allowed between 10:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. during high fire danger. Use of any spark-emitting internal combustion engine is allowed outside of this time frame only if the work site is cleared of potentially flammable vegetation and other materials, and a water supply is at the job site.
- Any electric fence controllers must be approved by a nationally recognized testing laboratory, such as Underwriters Laboratories Inc., or be certified by the Department of Consumer and Business Services, and be installed and used in compliance with the fence controller’s instructions for fire safe operation.
Under Industrial Fire Precaution Level Two (IFPL II) – limited shutdown, which is specifically for industrial operations and is separate from all public fire restrictions, the following may operate after 8 p.m. and up until 1 p.m. daily:
- Power saws, except at loading sites.
- Feller-bunchers with rotary head saws.
- Cable yarding.
- Blasting.
- Welding, cutting, or grinding of metal.
In addition, pursuant to ORS 477.665 and OAR 629-043-0030, the fire watch requirement is a minimum of two hours during breaks and at the end of the operation period.
For more information about the Oregon Department of Forestry’s fire season public restrictions, please call or visit the Southwest Oregon District unit office nearest to you:
- Medford Unit, 5286 Table Rock Rd., Central Point. (541) 664-3328
- Grants Pass Unit, 5375 Monument Dr., Grants Pass. (541) 474-3152
Fire season information is also available online at our Facebook page, @ODFSouthwest and our website, www.swofire.com.
July 22, 2024
JACKSON & JOSEPHINE COUNTIES, Ore. (July 22, 2024) – Firefighters are completing the last portions of mop-up operations on two of the 17 lightning-caused fires that were found on Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District and Bureau of Land Management (BLM) land within the last week, following numerous rounds of thunderstorms that moved through southern Oregon. Between July 15 and 22, five fires were reported on the ODF Medford Unit and 12 were reported on the Grants Pass Unit, all as a result of lightning. At this time, all are 100% contained but two, which are nearly mopped up.
Thunderstorms first materialized on the evening of Monday, July 15, with a total of 66 lightning strikes recorded across the district. From this storm, firefighters responded to 13 fires, along with numerous other reports of smoke or fire that were not found to be present. Of these 13 fires, the largest, the Waters Gulch Fire, was stopped at just two acres. The next storm system arrived late Saturday night on July 20, with 18 recorded lightning strikes across both Jackson and Josephine Counties. Four fires were reported, two in each unit. This storm arrived with little to no rain, which allowed for more natural fire growth. Despite this, the largest fire from this group, the Sugarpine Gulch Fire, was caught at just over seven acres. Today, it is 100% lined and 100% mopped up.
These results are largely due to the aggressive initial attack that took place on each fire, as well as partnerships with local agencies, ranging from local structural departments to our federal partners at the BLM and U.S. Forest Service Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest; the preparation of all agencies and the readiness to respond to new fire starts is largely contributed to the success on the ground.
Resources and equipment were also strategically used from the Salt Creek Fire, which was caught and lined at just over 4,100 acres and nearly entirely mopped up within the week and a half that the Oregon Department of Forestry Incident Management Team 1 was in command of it. As progress was quickly made on this incident, resources were available to respond to new fire starts and staff lightning-caused fires, even as the Salt Creek Fire transitioned to local control once more. Despite this pull on resources throughout its duration, the Salt Creek Fire is now 100% contained.
See the list of lightning-caused fires by date, name, location, size and current status: https://swofire.com/2024/07/22/salt-creek-fire-100-contained-17-lightning-caused-fires-all-stopped-at-under-10-acres-in-a-week/purple-and-white…able-a4-document/
In the coming days, additional lightning-caused fires from these storms may surface. ODF Detection Center staff continues to monitor lightning strike areas and firefighters are keeping an eye on strike zones daily within their patrol areas. Reconnaissance flights will be conducted as needed. While these fires can’t be prevented, human-caused wildfires can be; the fire danger level in Jackson and Josephine Counties is extreme and the Industrial Fire Precaution Level is 3. Help firefighters by following all current regulations to prevent human-caused fires. More information is available here:
BLM-managed lands in the area of the Salt Creek Fire remain closd for safety. For more info go to: https://www.blm.gov/orwafire
July 21, 2024
JACKSON & JOSEPHINE COUNTIES, Ore. (July 21, 2024) – Firefighters worked all day on four new lightning-caused fires across the Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District, and as of 6 p.m., all fires are 100% lined and in various stages of mop up.
The current fire status on ODF-protected lands in Jackson and Josephine Counties is as follows:
- The Sugarpine Gulch Fire, located northwest of Rogue River in Jackson County. This fire was the most challenging one, and the last to be 100% lined due to steep terrain and windy conditions. Currently 100% lined, 10% mopped up, and caught at just over seven acres. Numerous aircraft worked this incident all day, including one Type 3, two Type 2 and two Type 1 helicopters; some aircraft remain available and on standby but have not recently been needed. Engines, a bulldozer, crews, tree fallers and firefighters remain engaged on the ground and will continue to strengthen the line overnight and push forward on mop-up operations.
- The Eastside Road Fire, located along Upper Applegate Road and west of Buncom in Jackson County. This fire has been holding at an estimated two acres and is 100% lined and 20% mopped up. Operations are ongoing this afternoon and will continue overnight.
- The Canyon Creek Fire, located west of Highway 227 and northwest of Trail in Jackson County. This fire is now 100% lined and 30% mopped up. It was caught at just over six acres. Firefighters are engaging in mop-up operations that will continue overnight.
- The Old Baldy Fire, located in the hills between Wimer and Grants Pass in Josephine County. Firefighters caught this fire at an acre and a half, and have it 100% lined and 30% mopped up. Mop up operations are ongoing.
- The Sexton Fire, reported on the east side of Interstate 5, between Hugo and Sunny Valley in Josephine County, not found by firefighters after a thorough search.
A second recon flight was been conducted and no new fires have been found. Detection camera operators will continue to search lightning strike areas for any smoke or fires. Firefighters remain ready to respond to any new fire starts across the district.
The fire danger level in Jackson and Josephine Counties is extreme and the Industrial Fire Precaution Level is 3. Help firefighters by following all current regulations to prevent human-caused fires. For more information about the Oregon Department of Forestry’s fire season public and industrial restrictions, visit our website, www.swofire.com, our Facebook page @ODF Southwest Oregon District.
July 21, 2024
JACKSON & JOSEPHINE COUNTIES, Ore. (July 21, 2024) – Thunderstorms that moved into southern Oregon late Saturday night have already caused five small fires across the Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District, and firefighters are currently engaged in an aggressive initial attack on nearly all of them.
- The Eastside Road Fire, located along Upper Applegate Road and west of Buncom in Jackson County. The fire is currently estimated to be 1.5 acres, and forward progression has been stopped. Early this morning, firefighters were able to build a line around 70% of the fire. A 20-person crew is en route, as well as aircraft. This work will continue this morning and then mop-up will begin.
- The Canyon Creek Fire, located west of Highway 227 and northwest of Trail in Jackson County. This fire is currently estimated to be two to three acres. Additional resources are arriving on scene and firefighters are engaging in an aggressive initial attack.
- The Sugarpine Gulch Fire, located northwest of Rogue River in Jackson County. This fire is currently estimated to be half an acre. Additional resources are currently en route and responding to this fire for an aggressive initial attack.
- The Old Baldy Fire, located in the hills between Wimer and Grants Pass in Josephine County. It’s estimated to be one acre and is burning on a ridgetop. Aircraft will likely be key on this fire, as it may be difficult to access.
- Sexton Fire, located on the east side of Interstate 5, between Hugo and Sunny Valley in Josephine County. Resources are currently en route, please be aware of firefighters working near the road throughout the morning on this incident
Lightning struck across both Jackson and Josephine overnight, and more fires will likely be found today. ODF has already launched a recon mission, which was used to locate a few of the above fires. Additional recons are planned for later this morning and into the afternoon to ensure any new fires are caught early.
The fire danger level in Jackson and Josephine Counties is extreme and the Industrial Fire Precaution Level is 3. Help firefighters by following all current regulations to prevent human-caused fires. For more information about the Oregon Department of Forestry’s fire season public and industrial restrictions, visit our Facebook page @ODF Southwest Oregon District.
July 18, 2024
RAND, Ore. (July 18, 2024) – Firefighters worked overnight on numerous small fires along the lower Rogue River in Josephine County, making good progress on most incidents and extinguishing others completely. Following thunderstorms earlier this week, 10 fires were reported on the steep terrain northwest of Rand and Galice. Resources from ODF, Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Forest Service Rogue River-Siskiyou National Forest immediately responded. As a result, all fires have been caught or are being held at an acre or less and only three remain active with firefighters engaged. Today, resources include numerous crews, engines and six helicopters of various sizes.
As of this morning, the active fires are as follows:
- Horseshoe Bend Fire, the original fire is holding at an estimated quarter-acre and a second fire roughly the same size has been found nearby. Overnight, Rogue-Siskiyou Rappellers were dropped near the second fire and are now working on mop-up. Both fires are located north of Horseshoe Bend Campground, north of the Rogue River on steep ground with no road access for miles. The U.S. Forest Service Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest and ODF are encouraging people to avoid camping at all Horseshoe Bend campsites while fire operations use the river for helicopter-bucket dipping and working in the area.
- Big Windy Creek, estimated to be a quarter-acre. Now 100% lined. Located on steep, remote ground just north of the East Fork Big Windy Fire. Today, an engine is assigned to this fire to continue mopping up.
- Trout Creek Fire, estimated to be half an acre. Now 100% lined, resources working on mopping up. Located north of Trout Creek and south of the Rogue River, southwest of the Zane Grey Cabin. This fire is a two-mile hike from the nearest road and firefighters had to cut a significant amount of dead trees to clear a path to the incident. One tree is remaining within the perimeter of the fire and firefighters will focus on this today, as it has a high potential of reigniting if not properly extinguished.
The following fires are extinguished:
- Crooks Creek Fire, caught at one acre. Currently 100% lined and 100% mopped up. Located in the hills above Crooks Creek Road, north of Dryden and east of Selma.
- Hewett Creek Fire, estimated to be just under a quarter-acre. 100% lined and mopped up overnight. Located south of BLM road 32-10-36.
- Howard Creek Fire, extinguished by aircraft at an estimated 1/100 of an acre. Located northwest of Rand and south of the Rogue River. Firefighters continue to monitor this area.
- East Fork Big Windy Fire, extinguished at 1/100 of an acre. Located east of East Fork Big Windy Creek and south of the Rogue River on steep, remote county with limited access.
- Missouri Creek Fire, estimated to be half an acre. Now 100% lined and mopped up overnight. Located north of Bear Camp Road and south of the Zane Grey Cabin.
- Montgomery Creek Fire, caught and extinguished at 1/100 of an acre. Located southwest of Rainie Falls and south of the Rogue River. Currently 100% lined and 100% mopped up.
- Long Gulch Fire, estimated to be a quarter-acre. Located southwest of the Trout Creek Fire. This fire is 100% lined and 100% mopped up. Resources will continue until the fire is completely extinguished.
This will be the final update for these fires unless conditions significantly change. Chances for thunderstorms are once again predicted for this weekend. While these fires cannot be prevented, many can. Please be aware of and follow all current restrictions to help reduce the risk of human-caused fires in our communities. Additional information is available here:
July 17, 2024
RAND, Ore. (July 17, 2024) – Firefighters have been responding to several fires along the lower portion of the Rogue River following thunderstorms on Tuesday night. Resources are engaged on 10 small fires in Josephine County, with the majority located on Bureau of Land Management public lands on both sides of the river northwest of Rand and Galice. The fires range in size from 1/100 of an acre to one acre. These fires have likely remained small due to rain that came with the weather system, as well as an aggressive initial attack from firefighters. Aircraft has been key on these incidents, as all fires are in remote areas or in difficult terrain. Firefighters are hiking as far as two miles to reach fires on steep, dangerous ground.
The current list of fires are as follows:
- Crooks Creek Fire, caught at one acre. Currently 100% lined and 100% mopped up. Located in the hills above Crooks Creek Road, north of Dryden and east of Selma.
- Horseshoe Bend Fire, holding at an estimated quarter-acre. Located north of Horseshoe Bend Campground, north of the Rogue River. Firefighters are on scene and using helicopters due to remote location and no road access. The U.S. Forest Service Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest and ODF are encouraging people to avoid camping at all Horseshoe Bend campsites while fire operations use the river for helicopter-bucket dipping and working in the area.
- Howard Creek Fire, extinguished by aircraft at an estimated 1/100 of an acre. Located northwest of Rand and south of the Rogue River. Firefighters continue to monitor this area.
- East Fork Big Windy Fire, estimated to be 1/100 of an acre. Located east of East Fork Big Windy Creek and south of the Rogue River on steep, remote county with limited access. ODF firefighters are on scene with one 20-person crew hiking into the fire area.
- Big Windy Creek, estimated to be a quarter-acre. Located on steep, remote ground just north of the East Fork Big Windy Fire. Tree fallers and a 20-person crew are assigned to the incident and hiking in.
- Trout Creek Fire, estimated to be half an acre. Located north of Trout Creek and south of the Rogue River, southwest of the Zane Grey Cabin. This fire is a two-mile hike from the nearest road. Two 10-person crews are assigned to the fire, along with a bulldozer. Firefighters are cutting a significant amount of dead trees to clear a path to the incident.
- Long Gulch Fire, estimated to be a quarter-acre. Located southwest of the Trout Creek Fire. This fire is 100% lined and 85% mopped up. Resources will continue until the fire is completely extinguished.
- Missouri Creek Fire, estimated to be half an acre. Located north of Bear Camp Road and south of the Zane Grey Cabin. Firefighters are hiking down to the fire.
- Montgomery Creek Fire, caught and extinguished at 1/100 of an acre. Located southwest of Rainie Falls and south of the Rogue River. Currently 100% lined and 100% mopped up.
- Hewett Creek Fire, estimated to be just under a quarter-acre. Currently 10% lined and 100% plumbed with fire hose for water access. Located south of BLM road 32-10-36. A 20-person crew is on scene and actively working on lining the rest of the fire.
An additional two fires, the Anna Creek and Cowley Creek Fires, were initially reported but not found by firefighters and are likely duplicate reports. Firefighters and aircraft will continue to monitor the area for additional fires.
Chances for thunderstorms are once again predicted for this weekend. While these fires cannot be prevented, many can. Please be aware of and follow all current restrictions to help reduce the risk of human-caused fires in our communities. Additional information is available here:
July 17, 2024
JACKSON & JOSEPHINE COUNTIES, Ore. (July 17, 2024) – Dry fuels and dangerous fire weather patterns forecast across forestlands protected by the Oregon Department of Forestry’s Southwest Oregon District has made it necessary to increase the fire prevention measures on industrial operations, such as logging sites and other commercial operations. As a result, Industrial Fire Precaution Level III (IFPL 3) will take effect Friday, July 19, 2024 at 12:01 a.m. This regulation increase impacts industrial operations in Jackson and Josephine counties only.
For the general public, ODF Southwest’s fire restrictions remain in effect and unchanged with a fire danger level of “extreme” (red).
Under IFPL III, the following are prohibited between 1:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.:
- Power saws at loading sites;
- Loading or hauling of any product or material;
- Blasting;
- Welding, cutting, or grinding of metal;
- Any other spark emitting operation not specifically
In addition, the following are permitted to operate overnight to the morning, between the hours of 8:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m., where mechanized equipment capable of constructing fire line is immediately available to quickly reach and effectively attack a fire start:
- Ground-based operations (tractor/skidder, feller-buncher, forwarder, or shovel logging operations);
- Power saws on ground-based operations;
- Rotary head saw feller-bunchers with a continuous Firewatch;
- Non-rotary head saw feller-bunchers;
- Tethered logging – winch-assisted, cable-assisted, traction-assisted, etc. systems, which enable ground- based timber harvesting machines to operate on steep slopes
This is considered a restricted shutdown and the following activities are not permitted at any time, except as noted:
- Cable yarding systems, except that gravity operated logging systems using non-motorized carriages or approved motorized carriages may operate between 8:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m., when all blocks and moving lines are suspended at least 10 feet above the ground (except the line between the carriage and the chokers).
For more information about the Oregon Department of Forestry’s fire season public and industrial restrictions, visit our Facebook page @ODF Southwest Oregon District, or call the Southwest Oregon District unit office nearest to you:
- Medford Unit, 5286 Table Rock Rd., Central Point | (541) 664-3328
- Grants Pass Unit, 5375 Monument Dr., Grants Pass | (541) 474-3152
July 17, 2024
FINAL update
Incident contact information:
SWO.SaltCreekFire.2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-2161
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) Incident Management Team 1 remains engaged on the Salt Creek Fire today, but a transition back to the local districts is now in the works. The fire is 100% lined at 4,102 acres and is 84% contained this morning. Today will be the final day shift for IMT personnel and as of 7:00 a.m. Thursday morning, the team will disengage and return command of the fire to a local Type 3 team.
Even during this transition, work continues on the fire and mop-up remains the main focus for resources on the line. The increasing containment illustrates the amount of work that firefighters have been able to complete in the last couple days. Repair work also continues across the fire as firefighters put in water bars and rehab other areas that may have been affected by the firefighting efforts.
Just under 700 personnel remain assigned to the fire for Wednesday’s day and night shift, including 25 crews, 20 engines, 12 water tenders, five bulldozers and seven helicopters of various types. As resources continue to work today and following the transition light smoke may be visible within the interior of the fire, however resources are still engaged.
Level 1, “BE READY,” evacuation notices remain in effect for zones JAC-316, JAC-317 and JAC-325-A. Any changes to evacuations will made by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/
BLM Medford District has temporarily closed BLM-managed lands in the area for safety. For more info go to: https://www.blm.gov/orwafire
The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
This will be the final update from Team 1. Further updates will be
available from local agencies:
FIRE AT A GLANCE
Final Fire Size: 4,102 acres
Containment: 84%
Cause: Under Investigation
Estimated Cost: $13.5 million
Evacuations
Evacuation Level 1: BE READY for Zones JAC-316, JAC-317 and JAC-325-A.
Road Closures
Salt Creek Road and Wasson Canyon Road remained closed at Highway 140, and Double Day Road is closed off of Butte Falls Highway. Highway 140 and Butte Falls Highway remain open.
All Resources
Total Personnel: 695
Hand Crews: 25
Engines: 20
Water Tenders: 12
Dozers: 5
Helicopters: 7
Large Airtankers & Single Engine Airtankers are available upon request.
Incident Commander:
Joe Hessel Oregon Department of Forestry
Incident Management Team 1
July 16, 2024
Incident contact information:
SWO.SaltCreekFire.2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-2161
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – The Salt Creek Fire continues to gain containment as firefighters push forward on mopping up; it’s now 100% lined and 73% contained. Due to this progress, Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) Incident Management Team 1 is beginning the process of transitioning the fire back to the local districts to continue working on the incident. During this time, resources will begin to demobilize, allowing some of those personnel and equipment to be reassigned to other fires burning across the region.
With this transition, 961 personnel are assigned to the fire for Tuesday’s day and night shifts, including 37 crews, 28 engines, seven bulldozers and 17 water tenders. Aircraft include four Type 1, one Type 2 and two Type 3 helicopters, and additional aircraft will be ordered if necessary.
These resources will continue to mop up into the interior of the fire and get as much of the fire contained as possible before turning it back over to the local districts.
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management have canceled two of the Level 1, “BE READY,” evacuation notices for zones JAC-19 and JAC-21. The rest remain in effect at this time. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/
BLM Medford District has temporarily closed BLM-managed lands in the area for safety. For more info go to: https://www.blm.gov/orwafire
The current fire danger level is extreme; follow all fire restrictions to help prevent fires. Learn more at:
The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
FIRE AT A GLANCE
Estimated Size: 4,102 acres
Containment: 73%
Cause: Under Investigation
Estimated Cost: $11.8 million
Evacuations
Evacuation Level 1: BE READY for Zones JAC-316, JAC-317 and JAC-325-A.
Road Closures
Salt Creek Road and Wasson Canyon Road remain closed at Highway 140, and Double Day Road is closed off of Butte Falls Highway. Highway 140 and Butte Falls Highway remain open.
All Resources
Total Personnel: 961
Hand Crews: 37
Engines: 28
Water Tenders: 17
Dozers: 7
Helicopters: 7
Large Airtankers & Single Engine Airtankers are available upon request.
Incident Commander:
Joe Hessel Oregon Department of Forestry
Incident Management Team 1
July 15, 2024
Incident contact information:
saltcreekfire2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-3834
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Containment increased to 58% on the Salt Creek Fire as firefighters continue mop up. The northern portion of the fire has 300 feet of cold black adjacent to the fireline in most areas, and crews are beginning to remove hose and other equipment from the fire while patrolling and monitoring the fire. Firefighters in other areas of the fire continue to locate hot spots and mop up fuels, like burning roots and down material.
Crews are conducting repair activities, such as minimizing soil erosion and protecting water quality, across the fire area. On steep slopes, water bars will be placed on control lines and roads to divert water to areas with natural vegetation, minimizing soil disturbance. Crews began dispersing berms made from soil displaced from fireline construction. Removing berms allows for natural water drainage.
A red flag warning is in effect today for abundant lightning and isolated to scattered thunderstorms across the region. Dry fuels and strong, erratic winds could cause rapid growth for any new fires.
Resources from the Salt Creek Fire are ready to support initial attack for any new starts.
More than 1,000 personnel are assigned to the fire, including 41 20- person crews, 30 engines, 19 water tenders, seven tree fallers and seven dozers. Released resources may return to their home units or reassigned to other incidents across the state.
BLM Medford District has temporarily closed BLM-managed lands in the area for safety. For more info go to: https://www.blm.gov/orwafire
Level 1, “BE READY,” evacuation notices issued by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management remain in effect. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/
The current fire danger level is extreme; follow all fire restrictions to help prevent fires. Learn more at:
The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
FIRE AT A GLANCE
Estimated Size: 4,102 acres
Containment: 58%
Cause: Under Investigation
Estimated Cost: $10.1 million
Evacuations
Evacuation Level 1: BE READY for Zones JAC-316, JAC-317, JAC-319, JAC-321 and JAC-325-A.
Road Closures
Salt Creek Road and Wasson Canyon Road remained closed at Highway 140, and Double Day Road is closed off of Butte Falls Highway. Highway 140 and Butte Falls Highway remain open.
All Resources
Total Personnel: 1,056
Hand Crews: 41
Engines: 30
Water Tenders: 19
Dozers: 7
Helicopters: 7
Large Airtankers & Single Engine Airtankers are available upon request.
Incident Commander:
Joe Hessel Oregon Department of Forestry
Incident Management Team 1
July 14, 2024
Incident contact information:
saltcreekfire2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-3834
Fire Facts: 4,081 acres | 41% contained
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Firefighters on the Salt Creek Fire continue to mop up, expanding the cold black area adjacent to the fireline. Mop up depth ranges from 50 feet in some areas to more than 200 feet in other parts of the fire. During mop up, crews use heat-sensing detection cameras and hover the back of their hands over the ground to methodically locate hot spots. Firefighters then use water to cool these areas and remove any threat of rekindling the fire. The goal for mopping up to secure the fire is 150 feet in grassy fuels and 300 feet in heavier fuels, such as timber. Potential overhead hazards, such as snags and burned trees, are being felled before firefighters enter areas for mop up.
Today, cloud cover will help to moderate the heat slightly, but also brings the threat of potential thunderstorms. Extremely dry fuels in the area and wind from these storms could cause any new fires to rapidly expand. Firefighters and equipment from the Salt Creek Fire are available to support initial attack response in the local area.
More than 1,000 personnel are assigned to the fire, including 39 20-person crews, 35 engines, 22 water tenders, 13 tree fallers, 15 dozers and various types of logging equipment. This includes day shift and night shift personnel. Resources that are no longer needed for operations on the Salt Creek Fire are being released to be reassigned to other incidents across the state.
BLM Medford District has temporarily closed BLM-managed lands in the area for safety. For more info go to: https://www.blm.gov/orwafire
Level 1, “BE READY,” evacuation notices issued by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management remain in effect. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/
Extreme fire danger is in effect; follow all current fire restrictions to prevent fires. Learn more at:
The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
FIRE AT A GLANCE
Estimated Size: 4,081 acres
Containment: 41%
Cause: Under Investigation
Estimated Cost: $8.4 million
Evacuations
Evacuation Level 1: BE READY for Zones JAC-316, JAC-317, JAC-319, JAC-321 and JAC-325-A.
Road Closures
Salt Creek Road and Wasson Canyon Road remained closed at Highway 140, and Double Day Road is closed off of Butte Falls Highway. Highway 140 and Butte Falls Highway remain open.
All Resources
Total Personnel: 1,044
Hand Crews: 39
Engines: 35
Water Tenders: 22
Dozers: 15
Helicopters: 7
Large Airtankers & Single Engine Airtankers are available upon request.
Incident Commander:
Joe Hessel Oregon Department of Forestry
Incident Management Team 1
July 13, 2024
Salt Creek Fire Facebook – Experiencing technical difficulties
Incident contact information:
saltcreekfire2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-3834
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – With the entire perimeter lined, work on the Salt Creek Fire is now focused on mop up for the remainder of the incident. Updates to mapping put the fire at 4,081 acres, and an infrared (IR) flight across the whole area is scheduled for this evening to confirm a final acreage.
Overnight, firefighters used multiple types of IR devices to search for hot spots, or smoldering patches of vegetation, roots and coals that could later reignite in hot conditions. With these specific locations identified and marked on maps, today’s day shift resources will be better able to find and extinguish these areas holding leftover heat.
“We’ve worked incredibly hard in a short amount of time to get to this point where the fire is lined and holding,” Joe Hessel said, IMT 1 Incident Commander. “The work that’s left will require us to be methodical and thorough.”
Today, resources will pick up where night shift left off and build on the progress that has already been made around the perimeter. Mop up totals range from 50 to 200 feet deep into the interior of the fire, which illustrates how wide and secure the line itself is in each area.
Today, more than 750 personnel are assigned to the fire for Saturday’s day shift, including 27 20-person crews, 22 engines, 12 water tenders, 13 tree fallers, seven dozers and various types of logging equipment.
BLM Medford District has temporarily closed BLM-managed lands in the area for safety. For more info go to: https://www.blm.gov/orwafire
Level 1, “BE READY,” evacuation notices issued by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management remain in effect. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/
Extreme fire danger is in effect; follow all current fire restrictions to prevent fires. Learn more at:
The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
FIRE AT A GLANCE
Estimated Size: 4,081 acres
Containment: 32%
Cause: Under Investigation
Estimated Cost: $6.5 million
Evacuations
Evacuation Level 1: BE READY for Zones JAC-316, JAC-317, JAC-319, JAC-321 and JAC-325-A.
Road Closures
Salt Creek Road and Wasson Canyon Road remained closed at Highway 140, and Double Day Road is closed off of Butte Falls Highway. Highway 140 and Butte Falls Highway remain open.
All Resources
Total Personnel: 1,154
Hand Crews: 42
Engines: 41
Water Tenders: 23
Dozers: 21
Helicopters: 11
Large Airtankers & Single Engine Airtankers are available upon request.
Incident Commander:
Joe Hessel Oregon Department of Forestry, IMT 1
July 12, 2024
This will be the final evening update unless conditions significantly change.
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Incident contact information:
saltcreekfire2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-3834
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Firefighters working on the Salt Creek Fire were able to hold all lines today despite hot, windy conditions in the afternoon. The fire is now 100% lined after firefighters worked to contain a small area where the fire crossed over this morning. The acreage remains 3,990 acres since the last full IR flight over the fire. Handheld IR and IR drones will also be used in smaller sections to find areas still holding heat. This data will be used to conduct thorough mop-up operations moving forward.
Mop up continued across the majority of the fire on Friday, and as a result, it’s now 32% contained. On the north portion of the incident, some areas are mopped up 200-feet into the perimeter. On the northeast side, mop-up operations have reached 100 feet in, and on the southeastern side, firefighters have reached 50 feet in. This area has been a focus for resources the last couple days, as rocky terrain has made progress difficult, however these efforts will continue tonight. On the west side of the fire, mop-up operations have reached 150 feet in.
Tonight, 420 personnel are assigned to the fire for Friday’s night shift including 14 crews, 18 engines, 10 water tenders and 12 bulldozers. Mop up work will continue overnight as firefighters continue to push toward more containment. This will be the final evening update unless conditions significantly change.
BLM Medford District has temporarily closed BLM-managed lands in the area for safety. For more info go to: https://www.blm.gov/orwafire
Level 1, “BE READY,” evacuation notices issued by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management remain in effect. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/
Extreme fire danger is in effect; follow all current fire restrictions to prevent fires. Learn more at:
The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
FIRE AT A GLANCE
Estimated Size: 3,990 acres
Containment: 32%
Cause: Under Investigation
Estimated Cost: $4.5 million
Evacuations
Evacuation Level 1: BE READY for Zones JAC-316, JAC-317, JAC-319, JAC-321 and JAC-325-A.
Road Closures
Salt Creek Road and Wasson Canyon Road remained closed at Highway 140, and Double Day Road is closed off of Butte Falls Highway. Highway 140 and Butte Falls Highway remain open.
All Resources
Total Personnel: 1,112
Hand Crews: 41
Engines: 38
Water Tenders: 24
Dozers: 22
Helicopters: 12
Large Airtankers & Single Engine Airtankers are available upon request.
Incident Commander:
Joe Hessel Oregon Department of Forestry, IMT 1
July 12, 2024
Salt Creek Fire Facebook
Incident contact information:
saltcreekfire2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-3834
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Containment continues to increase on the Salt Creek Fire as firefighters push forward on mop-up operations across the incident. At this time, the fire is 24% contained, which is a jump from Thursday’s report. Containment indicates the amount of line that has been mopped up, which strengthens and further secures that portion.
Overnight, the fire crossed a small section of line on the southwest corner of the incident, but firefighters were able to catch it at an estimated two acres. This morning, resources remain in that area mopping up and securing the fireline. There is still the potential for flare-ups, especially in areas within the fire perimeter that still have unburned vegetation, and firefighters are watching closely for increased fire activity and potential spot fires.
Today, 750 personnel are assigned to the incident for Friday’s day shift, including 27 crews, 19 engines, nine bulldozers, 12 water tenders and eight tree fallers. Snags, or hazard trees that are primed to fall, remain a safety concern on the line and fallers will be removing them throughout the day as firefighters continue to mop up.
BLM Medford District has temporarily closed BLM-managed lands in the area for safety. For more info go to: https://www.blm.gov/orwafire
Level 1, “BE READY,” evacuation notices issued by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management remain in effect. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/
Extreme fire danger is in effect; follow all current fire restrictions to prevent fires. Learn more at:
The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
FIRE AT A GLANCE
Estimated Size: 3,990 acres
Containment: 24%
Cause: Under Investigation
Estimated Cost: $4.5 million
Evacuations
Evacuation Level 1: BE READY for Zones JAC-316, JAC-317, JAC-319, JAC-321 and JAC-325-A.
Road Closures
Salt Creek Road and Wasson Canyon Road remained closed at Highway 140, and Double Day Road is closed off of Butte Falls Highway. Highway 140 and Butte Falls Highway remain open.
All Resources
Total Personnel: 1,112
Hand Crews: 41
Engines: 38
Water Tenders: 24
Dozers: 22
Helicopters: 12
Large Airtankers & Single Engine Airtankers are available upon request.
Incident Commander:
Joe Hessel Oregon Department of Forestry, IMT 1
July 11, 2024
Salt Creek Fire Facebook
Incident contact information:
saltcreekfire2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-3834
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Today, in the southeastern area of the fire, firefighters were able to tighten the fireline by using strategic firing operations in steep, rocky terrain to bring the fire edge to the constructed line. In this area, the fireline was built indirect where firefighters would be better able to hold the fire. The smoke from this activity was visible from Hwy 140. Aircraft were available throughout the day to support the operation to keep the fire within the perimeter.
Overnight, firefighters will continue to work into the interior of the fire, increasing mop up to 150 feet in the northwest area of the fire. In the southeastern corner, firefighters will monitor fire activity and continue the strategic firing operations to eliminate fuel between the fire’s edge and the indirect fireline. Firefighters have already laid hose for water access in this area in preparation for mop up activities.
Tonight, more than 300 firefighters are assigned to the incident, including 12 20-person crews, 19 engines, 10 bulldozers and 11 water tenders.
BLM Medford District has temporarily closed BLM-managed lands in the area for safety. For more info go to: https://www.blm.gov/orwafire
Level 1, “BE READY,” evacuation notices issued by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management remain in effect. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/
Extreme fire danger is in effect; follow all current fire restrictions to prevent fires. Learn more at:
The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
FIRE AT A GLANCE
Estimated Size: 3,891 acres
Containment: 16%
Cause: Under Investigation
Estimated Cost: $2.97 million
Evacuations
Evacuation Level 1: BE READY for Zones JAC-316, JAC-317, JAC-319, JAC-321 and JAC-325-A.
Road Closures
Salt Creek Road and Wasson Canyon Road remained closed at Highway 140, and Double Day Road is closed off of Butte Falls Highway. Highway 140 and Butte Falls Highway remain open.
All Resources
Total Personnel: 1,065
Hand Crews: 39
Engines: 38
Water Tenders: 24
Dozers: 22
Helicopters: 12
Large Airtankers & Single Engine Airtankers are available upon request.
Incident Commander:
Joe Hessel Oregon Department of Forestry, IMT 1
July 10, 2024
Salt Creek Fire Facebook
Incident contact information:
saltcreekfire2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-3834
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Containment on the Salt Creek Fire has increased to 7% as firefighters continue to push forward on progress overnight. Mop-up operations on the west side of the fire has allowed for the change, and as these lined areas become more secure, resources that have been dedicated there will be strategically reassigned to other portions of the fire.
An infrared (IR) flight was conducted Tuesday, mapping the fire at 3,651 acres. This indicates slight growth from yesterday when conditions were pushing the fire in three significant areas. Firefighters have focused on building up those portions of line and will continue to bolster them today. With this work, 80% of the fire has line built around it, and as these boundaries are strengthened, containment will continue to increase.
For Wednesday’s day shift, 555 personnel are working on the fire, including twenty 20-person crews, 21 engines, 12 bulldozers, 13 water tenders. A Rogue Valley Task Force made up of local resources is also available if needed.
Temperatures are again expected to be in the triple digits and windy conditions are expected in the afternoon. Increased fire activity is projected during this time and firefighters will be on the lookout for spot fires and areas where fire may cross established lines. Structural firefighters remain dedicated to protecting nearby homes that have been placed in Level 1, “BE READY,” evacuation zones by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/
Extreme fire danger is in effect; follow all current fire restrictions to prevent fires. Learn more at:
The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
July 9, 2024
Salt Creek Fire Facebook
Incident contact information:
saltcreekfire2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-3834
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Firefighters working on the Salt Creek Fire are continuing to be challenged by hot temperatures in the triple digits and afternoon winds. This heat poses a hazard in combination with the hard manual labor required to build line, and hydration has been key for all personnel.
Heat also contributed to fire activity throughout day and caused minimal growth on small portions of the fire on the southwest, southeast and northeastern edges. Firefighters reacted quickly and were able to engage in these areas with aircraft and resources on the ground. The fire is still estimated to be around 3,300 acres, however another infrared (IR) flight is scheduled for this evening and any new growth will be recorded and reported tomorrow morning.
Tonight, 11 20-person crews, 23 engines, 11 bulldozers, 12 water tenders and various overhead are assigned to the fire, totaling more than 300 personnel working overnight. Resources will continue to build on current line on the northeast and south portions of the fire and mop up areas on the west side. Additionally, structural engines from Lake Creek Fire Department and Jackson County Fire District 3 are providing structure protection to homes nearby.
A new Level 1, “BE READY,” Evacuation notice was issued by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management for zone JAC-325-A. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/
Salt Creek Road and Wasson Canyon Road remained closed at Highway 140, and Double Day Road is closed off of Butte Falls Highway. Highway 140 and Butte Falls Highway remain open.
Extreme fire danger is in effect; follow all current fire restrictions to prevent fires. Learn more at:
The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
July 9, 2024
Salt Creek Fire Facebook
Incident contact information:
saltcreekfire2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-3834
EAGLE POINT, Ore. – Taking advantage of nighttime temperatures, nightshift crews working the Salt Creek Fire were able to tie together, build and improve line around the fire, pushing containment to 2%.
After an overnight infrared (IR) flight, officials used more accurate mapping to place the estimated size at 3,300 acres.
Today, resources will focus on holding and securing existing line and building more where possible. Officials expect vegetation and topography to largely drive the fire along steep terrain and draws. Hazardous trees remain a threat to firefighter safety, as does dehydration when working in these extreme conditions. The incident has no reportable accidents or injuries at this time.
IMT 1 Incident Commander Joe Hessel applauded local firefighting efforts, saying “Crews made great progress working to construct and improve line. Your local initial attack crews gave the team an amazing head start. Now, our goal is to finish the job as safely as possible.”
Level 1, “BE READY,” Evacuations issued by the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management remain in place for some zones. Learn more about evacuations at: https://protect.genasys.com/
Salt Creek Road and Wasson Canyon Road remained closed at Highway 140, and Double Day Road is closed off of Butte Falls Highway. Highway 140 and Butte Falls Highway remain open.
Extreme fire danger is in effect; follow all current fire restrictions to prevent fires. Learn more at:
The Salt Creek Fire is located 10 miles east of Eagle Point and was first reported Sunday, July 7, just after 4 p.m. The cause is under investigation.
July 8, 2024
Salt Creek Fire Facebook
Incident contact information:
saltcreekfire2024@gmail.com
(541) 622-3834
EAGLE POINT, Ore. (July 8, 2024) – Firefighters working the Salt Creek Fire, located approximately 10 miles east of Eagle Point, were able to largely hold it in its current footprint on Monday, despite another day of triple digit heat and windy conditions. A few spot fires were found on the eastern portion of the incident, and fire began to cross a line on the southern border, however resources caught each of these issues and were able to stop any further spread. Fire activity began to pick up at the change of shift at 6 p.m. and a column of smoke once again stood up, however firefighters will be engaged throughout the night to limit further growth. Tonight, the fire is still estimated to be around 1,500 acres; an overnight infrared (IR) flight has been ordered and will likely be able to give a more accurate size of the fire in the morning.
Despite challenges on the line today, progress was made and the fire is now an estimated 60% lined. Mop up efforts have also begun on the west side of the fire and are 5% complete. Tonight, there are 290 personnel assigned to the incident, including eight 20-person crews, 14 engines, nine bulldozers, seven water tender, and five task force leaders. Resources will focus on holding and securing existing line and building more where possible. Hazardous trees remain a threat to firefighter safety, as does dehydration when working in these extreme conditions.
As of 6:00 p.m. on Monday, the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) Incident Management Team 1 has taken command of the Salt Creek Fire. This transition is relieving local agencies to be able to respond to any new fire starts that are reported. The Type 1 IMT brings extensive staff, allowing it to continue to safely and aggressively stop the spread of this fire, provide information to the community and support the fire personnel of southern Oregon in the response of potential new fire starts.
IMT members were briefed of the fire’s status at 10:00 a.m. and immediately began shadowing the established resources; this transition spans from the firefighters on the ground to the finance, logistics, planning, incident information portions of the incident and more. A dedicated Facebook page for the fire has been established, as well as an Inciweb page. Beginning tomorrow, updates will be posted daily on these new platforms.
The Salt Creek Fire was first reported Sunday afternoon just after 4 p.m. Both ODF Southwest Oregon District and Lake Creek Fire District initially responded, as well as resources from Jackson County Fire District 3, the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office, the Bureau of Land Management, the Rogue River-Siskiyou Interagency Hotshot crews, contract resources from across southern Oregon and numerous large landowners in the area. This effort created a strong and robust initial attack group that worked into the night and early morning hours, and allowed resources to line 40% of the fire within the first 16 hours of the incident.
The Jackson County Sheriff’s Office and Emergency Management issued an Evacuation Level 1: BE READY for Zones JAC-316, JAC-317, JAC-319, and JAC-321. These zones are north of Highway 140 approximately 12 miles east of Eagle Point in the Lake Creek area- East of Salt Creek Rd, North of Hwy-140, South and West of Fish Lake Rd, including the Willow Lake area. There are no structures threatened at this time. To find your evacuation zone, visit Genasys Protect: https://protect.genasys.com/
Salt Creek Road and Wasson Canyon Road remained closed to the public at Highway 140, and Double Day Road is closed off of Butte Falls Highway. Highway 140 and Butte Falls Highway remain open at this time.
Temperatures of 105 degrees and wind contributed to the initial growth of the Salt Creek Fire, along with the dry vegetation in the area and steep slopes. The National Weather Service is now predicting temperatures in the triple digits through next weekend, which will naturally increase fire behavior. Any new fire starts will thrive in these conditions as well. Please be aware of the increased risk of fires starting and spreading, and help reduce the risk by following all current fire regulations.
Starting tomorrow, the fire danger level on the ODF Southwest Oregon District and BLM lands will increase to extreme, and regulations will be in place. Stage 2 campfire restrictions will also be implemented for the Wild portion of the Lower Rogue River starting tomorrow. Please be aware of and follow all current restrictions to help reduce the risk of fires in our communities. Additional information is available here:
July 8, 2024
JACKSON & JOSEPHINE COUNTIES, Ore. (July 8, 2024) – Due to dry vegetation, hot conditions, and numerous active fires in the region, the fire danger level on lands protected by the Oregon Department of Forestry in Jackson and Josephine counties will increase to “extreme” (red) at 12:01 a.m. on Tuesday, July 9, 2024. These regulations impact 1.8 million acres of state, private, county, city and Bureau of Land Management lands protected by ODF’s Southwest Oregon District. The Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL) will remain at two (2).
Beginning Tuesday morning at 12:01 a.m., the following public fire restrictions will take effect:
- The use of power saws is prohibited, excluding electric chainsaws.
- The cutting, grinding and welding of metal is prohibited.
- The mowing of dry or dead grass is prohibited.
- The operation of any other spark-emitting internal combustion engine not specifically mentioned above is prohibited.
The following fire prevention regulations are currently in effect and will remain in effect until the fire danger level drops significantly:
- Smoking is prohibited while traveling, except in vehicles on improved roads, in boats on the water, and designated locations.
- Debris burning, including the use of burn barrels, is prohibited.
- Open fires are prohibited, including campfires, charcoal fires, cooking fires and warming fires, except in approved fire rings at designated campgrounds. In other locations clear of vegetation, portable cooking stoves using liquefied or bottled fuels are allowed.
- Fireworks on or within 1/8th of a mile of ODF-protected land are prohibited. Fireworks are also prohibited on all BLM lands.
- Any electric fence controller in use shall be listed by a nationally recognized testing laboratory or be certified by the Department of Consumer and Business Services; and operated in compliance with the manufacturer’s fire-safe instructions.
- The use of exploding targets is prohibited.
- The use of tracer ammunition or any bullet with a pyrotechnic charge in its base is prohibited.
- Motor vehicles, including motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles, may only be used on improved roads free of flammable vegetation, except when used for the commercial culture and harvest of agricultural crops.
- Possession of the following firefighting equipment is required while traveling, except on state highways, county roads and driveways: one shovel and one gallon of water or one 2.5 pound or larger fire extinguisher. All-terrain vehicles and motorcycles must be equipped with one 2.5 pound or larger fire extinguisher.
For more information about the Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District’s fire season restrictions, visit our Facebook page @ODF Southwest Oregon District.
