A bout Open Burning

Every year families lose their homes and

possessions to the ravages of wildfire. These

losses can be minimized if homeowners become

aware of safety measures to help protect their

homes. By observing basic fire precautions and

procedures, you can reduce the risk of losing

your home to a wildfire.

Only you can decide if it's worth the effort.

Debris Burning Safely

General Rules on Safe Debris Burning

Check if Allowed. Contact your local

fire protection agency

Clear 20 foot or more area around

debris pile

Have adequate water and fire tools

on site and at the ready

Never use flammable liquids to start

fire

Never leave fire burning unattended

Keep burn pile small and manageable

Ensure fire is completely extinguished

and pile is cool to the touch

Re-check pile for the next week to make sure

it’s out.

Be a good neighbor

Smoke:

1. Burn smaller piles—they produce less smoke

2. Burn dry piles, wet piles produce more smoke

3. If windy, don’t burn, even if this helps disperse smoke

4. Avoid dirt in your piles, dirt holds moisture which produc-

es smoke

5. Avoid early morning or night burning, smoke lingers dur-

ing these times

6. Be a good neighbor, if smoke becomes a problem put

your fire out.

Do not burn root wads and stumps during springtime debris

burning. Save those for winter burning season .

Further Information: 541.433.2451 Remember—Wind Gives Wings to Fire….