Debris Burning Leads to Multiple Fires, May 6

CFPA release – Firefighters from CFPA and local RFD’s have been busy recently with debris burning related fires. With the current weather fuel conditions have been drier than normal, combined with the strong winds many residents have had their debris burns escape control causing wildfires. While debris burning is still allowed anybody contemplating burning under the current conditions needs to be aware that they are required to maintain control of their burn at all times. There are many reasons people lose control of their burns such as: • Burning in high winds; • Not having  adequate resources to maintain control of their burn; • Burning in a poor location; • Not being in attendance of their burn. Consequences for failing to burn safely can include citations as well as being billed for fire suppression costs. For more information on fire prevention information contact CFPA at www.coosfpa.net, the Closure Line at (541) 297-1789, or follow us on Facebook and Twitter.