Fire Danger Raised to Extreme Across Douglas District: Public Restrictions Increase

The Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) has announced that, effective Sunday, August 10, 2025 at 12:01 a.m., the fire danger level across the Douglas District will be elevated to EXTREME. This change applies to all private, county, state, and Bureau of Indian Affairs land within the district.

While the Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL) remains at Level 3 for regulated use areas DG-1, DG-2, UA-1, UA-2, and adjacent forestlands, the public will now face additional restrictions designed to reduce wildfire risk.

What’s Prohibited for the Public During Extreme Fire Danger?

• Use of Non-Industrial Power Saws:
  Operating chainsaws or similar equipment is now prohibited.
• Metal Work:
  Cutting, grinding, or welding of metal is not allowed.
• Grass Work:
  Cutting, trimming, or mowing of dried or cured grass is banned.
• Power-Driven Machinery:
  Using machinery for non-industrial improvement or development on private property is not permitted.

Anyone seeking an exception must receive written approval from the State Forester or an authorized representative.

These restrictions will remain in place until further notice, or until they are modified by a new order from the State Forester. Detailed maps showing affected areas are available at the State Forester’s Office in Salem and at district offices.

For more details on terminology or legal definitions, residents can refer to ORS 477.001 and OAR 629-041-0005.

DFPA urges all residents and landowners to follow these restrictions closely to help protect the community during this period of extreme wildfire danger.