Fire Danger Level Decreases To MODERATE In The City Of Grants Pass Effective 9:01 A.m. Today (Photo) - 09/30/25

CITY of GRANTS PASS, Ore. (September 30th) The fire danger level within the City of Grants Pass will decrease to “MODERATE” (blue) today, Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

Cooler weather and light rainfall, along with expected rainfall this week, have improved conditions, allowing the Fire Marshal for the City of Grants Pass to lower the fire danger level to moderate (blue). While conditions have improved, it is important to remember we must remain vigilant in our efforts to prevent fire.

The primary change to fire prevention regulations now in effect is to move the shutdown time for power-driven machinery to 1:00 p.m. Outdoor burning and wood-fueled firepits remain prohibited. Changes are as detailed below:

•             Smoking in areas of flammable vegetation is prohibited.

•             Open wood-fueled fires are prohibited, including campfires, cooking fires, and warming fires, except at locations designated by the Fire Marshal. Wood smokers, charcoal barbecues as well as propane, and natural gas-fueled ornamental fires are allowed.

•             Power saws must be shut down between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Each power saw is required to have one shovel and one fire extinguisher of at least 8-ounce capacity. A fire watch of at least one hour is required following the use of the saw.

•             Cutting, grinding, and welding of metal in areas of flammable vegetation is not allowed between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

•             The mowing of dried, cured grass will not be allowed between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.

•             Motor vehicles, including motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles, are only allowed on improved roads free of flammable vegetation, except for the culture and harvest of agricultural crops.

•             Any other spark-emitting internal combustion engine in areas of flammable vegetation not specifically mentioned will not be allowed between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. During other hours, this equipment must be used in a cleared area and a charged garden hose or one 2 ½ pound or larger fire extinguisher is immediately available.

The City Fire Marshal or an authorized representative may, in writing, approve a modification or waiver of these requirements.

For more information about the City of Grants Pass Fire Season regulations, please call the Fire Prevention Division at 541-450-6200