Fire Danger Level Decreases for City of Grants Pass

The recent rain and cooler temperatures have made it possible to decrease fire restrictions across Southwest Oregon, affecting the City of Grants Pass. The public fire danger within the City of Grants Pass will lower to “low” (green), effective as of 8:00 a.m. on Monday, September 16, 2019.

Under low fire danger, public fire restrictions in effect include:

  • No debris burning, including piles and debris, burned in burn barrels.
  • Campfires are allowed in designated campgrounds, and on private land with the landowner’s permission. Portable stoves using liquefied or bottled fuels may be used as well.
  • Motorized vehicles are allowed only on improved roads; one shovel and one gallon of water, or one 2.5 pounds or larger fire extinguisher, is required while traveling.
  • Smoking while traveling will only be allowed in enclosed vehicles on improved roads, in boats on the water and other specifically designated locations.

Contact Info:
If anyone has questions or further information, please call the Fire Prevention Bureau at (541) 450-6200.

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