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Washington County Fire Agencies Lift High-Fire Danger Burn Ban - 10/14/26

Beginning Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 12:01 a.m., all Washington County fire agencies will lift the High-Fire Danger Burn Ban. The decision follows a recommendation from the Washington County Fire Defense Board, made in consultation with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF). Washington County fire agencies include Banks Fire District #13, Cornelius Fire Department, Forest Grove Fire & Rescue, Gaston Rural Fire District, Hillsboro Fire & Rescue, and Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue.

 

The burn ban has been in effect since June 15, 2026. Improved weather conditions now allow it to be lifted, and Washington County fire chiefs thank the community for helping prevent wildfires this summer. While fire danger has eased, it hasn't disappeared, and an outdoor fire can still get out of control. Fire chiefs encourage everyone to stay vigilant and keep safety first: know your local burning rules, never leave a fire unattended, and make sure every fire is completely out.

 

Know the rules where you live

 

Outdoor burning rules vary by jurisdiction. Before burning, check your fire agency’s website or call its burn information line. To determine whether burning is allowed at your address, use Washington County’s interactive burn ban boundary map at www.washingtoncountyor.gov/environmental-health/resources/burn-ban-boundary or the boundary map provided by your local fire agency. Information on Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) burning laws and guidelines is available at www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Burning.aspx.

 

The Washington County Fire Defense Board administers the High-Fire Danger Burn Ban and represents fire agencies throughout the county. Burning restrictions are authorized by Oregon Revised Statute 478.960 and Oregon Fire Code 307.

 

Slash burning remains restricted

 

ODF has not yet opened slash burning. A burn permit from ODF is required for slash burning year-round. For questions or to get a permit, contact the ODF Forest Grove District burn information line at 503-359-7499 or fgburninfo@oregon.gov.

 

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Washington County Fire Agencies Lift High-Fire Danger Burn Ban - 10/14/26

Beginning Thursday, October 15, 2026, at 12:01 a.m., all Washington County fire agencies will lift the High-Fire Danger Burn Ban. The decision follows a recommendation from the Washington County Fire Defense Board, made in consultation with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF). Washington County fire agencies include Banks Fire District #13, Cornelius Fire Department, Forest Grove Fire & Rescue, Gaston Rural Fire District, Hillsboro Fire & Rescue, and Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue.

 

The burn ban has been in effect since June 15, 2026. Improved weather conditions now allow it to be lifted, and Washington County fire chiefs thank the community for helping prevent wildfires this summer. While fire danger has eased, it hasn't disappeared, and an outdoor fire can still get out of control. Fire chiefs encourage everyone to stay vigilant and keep safety first: know your local burning rules, never leave a fire unattended, and make sure every fire is completely out.

 

Know the rules where you live

 

Outdoor burning rules vary by jurisdiction. Before burning, check your fire agency’s website or call its burn information line. To determine whether burning is allowed at your address, use Washington County’s interactive burn ban boundary map at www.washingtoncountyor.gov/environmental-health/resources/burn-ban-boundary or the boundary map provided by your local fire agency. Information on Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) burning laws and guidelines is available at www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/Burning.aspx.

 

The Washington County Fire Defense Board administers the High-Fire Danger Burn Ban and represents fire agencies throughout the county. Burning restrictions are authorized by Oregon Revised Statute 478.960 and Oregon Fire Code 307.

 

Slash burning remains restricted

 

ODF has not yet opened slash burning. A burn permit from ODF is required for slash burning year-round. For questions or to get a permit, contact the ODF Forest Grove District burn information line at 503-359-7499 or fgburninfo@oregon.gov.

 

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