DFPA Confirms Six Prescribed Burns Scheduled This Week

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. — The Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) has confirmed 6 prescribed burns are scheduled across Douglas County this week, with three new locations added to the burn schedule.

Prescribed burns are carried out under controlled conditions to reduce wildfire risk, eliminate hazardous fuels, and improve habitat for grazing and wildlife. Officials emphasize that burns are only authorized when weather and fire conditions are favorable to minimize smoke impacts on nearby communities.

Scheduled Burns

• September 16 — 400 Crouch Road, Oakland — Start: 1:00 p.m.
  Visibility: Fort McKay, I-5, Sutherlin, Umpqua, Wilbur, Oakland
• September 16 — 2000 Strader Road, Roseburg — Start: 12:00 p.m.
  Visibility: Diamond Lake Blvd, Buckhorn Rd, Roseburg, Dixonville, Wilbur, Glide
• September 17 — 2300 Goodrich Hwy, Oakland — Start: 1:00 p.m.
  Visibility: Oakland, Sutherlin, Rice Hill, I-5
• September 17 — 3000 & 4000 Sunshine Road, Roseburg — Start: 12:00 p.m.
  Visibility: I-5, Diamond Lake Blvd, Roseburg, Wilbur, North Bank, Green/Winston, Dixonville, Glide
• September 18 — 10500 N. Umpqua Highway, Roseburg — Start: 12:00 p.m.
  Visibility: Diamond Lake Blvd, Roseburg, Dixonville, Wilbur, Glide
• September 20 — 9000 Roberts Creek Rd, Roseburg — Start: 12:00 p.m.
  Visibility: I-5, Diamond Lake Blvd, Roseburg, Green/Winston, Dixonville, Glide

What Landowners and Residents Should Know

According to DFPA, prescribed burns are an important tool for reducing wildfire risk. By clearing out noxious weeds, brush, and excess vegetation, these burns help lower fuel loads, making it easier to stop wildfires before they spread.

For more information about prescribed burning, residents can visit OSU Extension’s Prescribed Fire Basics.

All prescribed burns have been added to the Watch Duty app as well for your convenience.