Annual Debris Burn Ban - Lincoln County (Photo) - 06/09/26

Issue Date: June 9, 2026
Issued By: Lincoln County Fire Defense Board - Chief Tom Jackson
Notice: Lincoln County, Debris Burning Message

ANNUAL DEBRIS BURN BAN – LINCOLN COUNTY
The Lincoln County Fire Defense Board and Oregon Department of Forestry will establish a debris burn ban due to increasingly dry conditions. The Oregon Department of Forestry has declared that Fire Season will begin effective June 15, 2026, at 00:01. The burn ban will be in effect from: June 15, 2026, at 00:01 through October 15, 2026.

Fire danger continues to increase each year, and these consistent dates allow residents to plan accordingly. Individual fire districts may adjust ban dates based on local weather and fire risk. This ban applies only to yard debris burning.

This ban does NOT include (Unless fire weather conditions are present or forecasted):

• Recreational campfires
• Propane or patio fireplaces
• Charcoal barbecue grills

Check with your local fire agency for district-specific restrictions and guidance.

AGENCY CONTACTS

• North Lincoln Fire & Rescue:…………………………………………… 541-996-2233
• Depoe Bay Fire District:…………………………………………………. 541-764-2202
• East Lincoln County Fire & Rescue:…………………………………… 541-270-1468
• City of Newport Fire Dept/Newport RFPD:……………………………. 541-265-9461
• Seal Rock Fire District:………………………………………………….. 541-563-4441
• Central Coast Fire & Rescue:……………………………………………. 541-563-3121
• Toledo Fire Department:…………………………………………………. 541-336-3311
• Siletz Fire District:……………………………………………………….. 541-444-2043
• Yachats Fire District:……………………………………………………. 541-547-3266
• Oregon Department of Forestry:……………………………………….. 541-336-2273

REMINDER
Escaped or unattended fires can lead to fines and financial liability under: ORS 476.920 – Billing for Fire Suppression Costs
Please burn responsibly and help protect our communities.