Oakland Rural Fire Protection District

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DFPA NEWS RELEASE: Due to the forecast of increased, above-normal temperatures, decreased relative humidity, and reduced overnight moisture recovery, the fire danger level will rise to HIGH. Effective Saturday, July 11, at 12:01 a.m., Public Use Restrictions (PURs) will increase to HIGH for all private, county, state, and Bureau of Indian Affairs lands within the Douglas District, imposing certain fire restrictions on the public to help prevent wildfires.
What does this change mean to the public?

Non-industrial power saw usage, the cutting, grinding, or welding of metal, the cutting, trimming, or mowing of dried, cured grass, and power-driven machinery for non-industrial improvement or development on private property will only be allowed BEFORE 10 AM or AFTER 8 PM.

At this time, there will be no change to the Industrial Fire Precaution Levels. They will remain at IFPL2, districtwide.

Fire season is here, and everyone has a role in preventing wildfires. Remember, debris burning is prohibited. Campfires are only allowed at designated sites, and fireworks, exploding targets, tracer ammunition, and sky lanterns are prohibited. Smoke only in enclosed vehicles on improved roads, boats on the water, or other designated locations. Keep vehicles on improved roads, carry the required firefighting tools, and use charcoal or pellet barbecues only at maintained residential home sites with water or a fire extinguisher nearby.

One spark can change everything. Follow fire season restrictions, use caution with outdoor activities, and help reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires. Keep Oregon Green.

For more information, visit www.dfpa.net , check out our social media,
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Good morning Oakland community! I just wanted to take a moment to get on here and wish you all a SAFE and Happy 4th!

On scene and was able to snap this shot in between water fills.

Friendly PSA ~ While this is a nice picture, we are here because a fire went from 2 acres to 15 VERY QUICKLY!

High temperatures dry out the fuels and wind (even a small wind) can make a small fire big.

Please be cautious. If you have any questions about what each level means and what restrictions are in place, feel free to ask.

Stay safe!