Despite the rain showers and cooler weather today, debris burning is still closed throughout central Oregon. Central Oregon fire agencies are closely monitoring the weather to determine the best time to open. We need more sustained rain and long term cooler weather to ensure the potential of an escaped burn is greatly reduced. Once we can open burning, we will get the word out through traditional and social media outlets.

Before burning always check with your local fire agency for their rules and regulations surrounding debris burning, and warming fires. Debris burning is not allowed within the city limits of Bend as per city ordinance. You can find more information about safe burning practices in the Bend area and a downloadable version of our burn regulations on our website www.bendoregon.gov/burninginfo