Spring Is The Time To Clean Up, April 26

ODF release – Now is the time to start removing brush and debris from around your homes, and rainy spring days are the best time to get your backyard burning accomplished. Please burn responsibly as debris burning is one of the leading causes of wildfires in southwest Oregon. CFPA encourages residents to get burning projects completed as early as possible this spring. This takes advantage of wet fuel conditions, which helps prevent debris burns from escaping. Common reasons debris burns escape control include: • burning in high winds; • not having an adequate clearing around the pile; • leaving a debris burn unattended or ensuring it is completely extinguished; • burning too late into the spring; • burning too large of a pile; • For machine built piles please call CFPA for advice. Always keep in mind that anytime you burn, you are responsible for maintaining control of your burn. For burning restrictions inside the city limits contact your local fire department. For more information on fire prevention you can find CFPA on the web at www.coosfpa.net on Facebook or call (541) 267-3161.