Industrial Slash-Burning Restrictions Eased in Douglas County

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Ore. — Cooler temperatures and steady rainfall have prompted the Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) to ease industrial slash-burning restrictions across the Douglas District, effective Monday, October 27, 2025. The change means an increase in industrial burning activity may be noticeable in the area in the coming days.

These updates apply only to industrial operations, such as timber companies conducting post-harvest slash burns, and are separate from public debris-burning rules. Homeowners and residents are urged to check with their local fire department before burning yard debris, as regulations vary by jurisdiction.

All burning in Oregon remains subject to statewide safety and environmental requirements, including weather considerations, air quality restrictions, and local fire rules. The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) provides guidance on burn permits and air quality standards at www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/pages/burning-101.

Industrial operators are reminded that slash-burn permits are required year-round. DFPA reviews each permit request based on weather forecasts, scheduled burns, and acreage to ensure safe conditions. Permits are non-renewable and non-transferable, meaning a new permit and applicable smoke management fees must be submitted for each burning operation.

All slash generated from logging or industrial activity must be registered, accompanied by a burn plan or permit, and receive smoke clearance before ignition.

For more information about local burning requirements and updates, visit www.dfpa.net or contact DFPA at (541) 672-6507.