Outdoor Debris Burning Opening Date Announced For October 1 (Photo)
- 09/30/25
Outdoor debris burning will open at sunrise tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 1 in Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District #2 (Rural District#2).
Central Oregon fire agencies work collaboratively to determine the best time to open burning based on weather and fire safety factors. Currently the region is in Moderate fire danger and with cooler, wetter weather on the way, burning has been determined safe to conduct.
As a reminder, debris burning within Bend city limits remains permanently banned by City ordinance. Open fires are also prohibited on public land owned by City of Bend, Deschutes County or the Oregon Department of Transportation. Campfires, recreational fires, warming fires and cooking fires are permitted within the city of Bend and Rural District #2 if the proper safety precautions are followed.
If you choose to burn, Bend Fire & Rescue wants you to remember:
- Know if burning is allowed at your location. Debris burning regulations may vary between governmental jurisdictions within the Central Oregon area. Please contact your local fire agency for specific requirements and closures.
- Call before you burn. Weather conditions can change quickly and burning can be closed as needed. If you are within Rural District #2, please call 541-322-6335 before lighting a fire to ensure burning is open for the day.
- Obtain any permits needed for your outdoor fire. Large fires (greater than 6 feet in diameter), agricultural fires and special fires like bonfires or pit fires may need a permit.
- Follow all local burn regulations and have a copy on hand. Failure to comply with burning regulations may result in a citation and/or being reported to Department of Environmental Quality.
- Prep the area before you burn and have water and tools nearby. Maintain a 10-foot clearance around the fire and ensure water and tools are close in case of the fire escaping.
- Fully extinguish your fire when you are done and leaving the area. The ground needs to be cold to the touch to prevent unwanted rekindling of the fire.
Learn more about burn permits and regulations at bendoregon.gov/burninginfo.
Outdoor Debris Burning Opening Date Announced For October 1 (Photo)
- 09/30/25
Outdoor debris burning will open at sunrise tomorrow, Wednesday, Oct. 1 in Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District #2 (Rural District#2).
Central Oregon fire agencies work collaboratively to determine the best time to open burning based on weather and fire safety factors. Currently the region is in Moderate fire danger and with cooler, wetter weather on the way, burning has been determined safe to conduct.
As a reminder, debris burning within Bend city limits remains permanently banned by City ordinance. Open fires are also prohibited on public land owned by City of Bend, Deschutes County or the Oregon Department of Transportation. Campfires, recreational fires, warming fires and cooking fires are permitted within the city of Bend and Rural District #2 if the proper safety precautions are followed.
If you choose to burn, Bend Fire & Rescue wants you to remember:
- Know if burning is allowed at your location. Debris burning regulations may vary between governmental jurisdictions within the Central Oregon area. Please contact your local fire agency for specific requirements and closures.
- Call before you burn. Weather conditions can change quickly and burning can be closed as needed. If you are within Rural District #2, please call 541-322-6335 before lighting a fire to ensure burning is open for the day.
- Obtain any permits needed for your outdoor fire. Large fires (greater than 6 feet in diameter), agricultural fires and special fires like bonfires or pit fires may need a permit.
- Follow all local burn regulations and have a copy on hand. Failure to comply with burning regulations may result in a citation and/or being reported to Department of Environmental Quality.
- Prep the area before you burn and have water and tools nearby. Maintain a 10-foot clearance around the fire and ensure water and tools are close in case of the fire escaping.
- Fully extinguish your fire when you are done and leaving the area. The ground needs to be cold to the touch to prevent unwanted rekindling of the fire.
Learn more about burn permits and regulations at bendoregon.gov/burninginfo.