Dry & Warm Weather Ahead, May 9

CFPA release – The warm weather we are currently experiencing along the coast is great for doing things outside, but it also means that forest fuels will be prone to fires. For the last four weeks we have had dry, windy conditions during the afternoon in southern Oregon and it has cured out fuels quickly causing an increase in wildfires from escaped debris burns. While debris burning is still allowed, anybody planning on 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 in the afternoon; Not having  adequate resources to maintain control of their burn; Burning without a clearing around the pile; Not being in attendance of their burn. Consequences for failing to burn safely can include destroying property, resources, citations and 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.