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"Fall outdoor burning ban lifted."
"Fall outdoor burning ban lifted."
Monday, October 21, 2024
Great news, Benton County! In collaboration with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF), the Benton County Fire Defense Board (BCFDB), representing the fire agencies of Adair Rural Fire & Rescue, Alsea, Blodgett, Corvallis Fire and Corvallis Rural Fire District , Hoskins-Kings Valley, Monroe Rural Fire Protection District, and Philomath Fire & Rescue, is officially lifting the burn ban, effective at 12pm, Monday, October 21.
Thank you for your patience and cooperation in keeping Benton County safe! As you resume outdoor burning, please remember to be mindful of the following:
Requirements Applicable to Any Burning
- You are responsible for any fire, smoke, or odors created from open burning and for any damage that results from your fire.
-A responsible person must constantly attend any open burning:
-This person must be capable of and have the equipment to extinguish the fire.
-This person must also completely extinguish a fire before leaving it.
Alternatives to Burning
-Recycle paper products when possible
-Dispose of waste at a landfill
-Compost yard debris and kitchen scraps
-Reuse old lumber
-Buy or rent a chipper and use chips for mulch and compost.
-Take hazardous materials, including oil-based paints, solvents, garden chemicals, and car fluids to a hazardous waste collection event. Burning these materials is illegal and extremely dangerous.
Check the Willamette Valley Open Burning Announcement here: https://smkmgt.com/burn.php and contact your local fire department or ODF office about applicable rules and regulations.
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"Extension of fall outdoor burning season closure."
"Extension of fall outdoor burning season closure."
Thursday, October 17, 2024
In collaboration with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF), the Benton County Fire Defense Board (BCFDB) has chosen to delay the opening of the fall outdoor burning season. On Monday, October 21, the Board will review the fire risk conditions and determine whether to open burn season or extend the closure.
For updates on the outdoor burning season, please check the Willamette Valley Open Burning Announcement at https://smkmgt.com/burn.php.
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"Delay of the fall outdoor burning season."
"Delay of the fall outdoor burning season."
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
In collaboration with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF), the Benton County Fire Defense Board (BCFDB), representing the fire agencies of Adair, Alsea, Blodgett, Corvallis and Corvallis Rural, Hoskins-Kings Valley, Monroe, and Philomath, has announced a delay in the start of the fall outdoor burning season. Originally set for October 1, 2024, the BCFDB will evaluate conditions during the October 17th meeting to determine whether to open burn season or extend the closure.
The decision to delay the fall burning season is driven by ongoing fire risk conditions and safety concerns. Temperatures are forecasted to remain above-average in early October, with precipitation near or below-average; dryer conditions and vegetation will continue to fuel fire hazards. These factors, combined with strong seasonal winds, create an elevated risk of wildfires spreading rapidly if outdoor burning is allowed too soon.
Burning during this extended closed season could significantly worsen the current fire situation. As a result, the Benton County Fire Defense Board and ODF have enacted more stringent regulations to ensure public safety. It is critical for residents to comply with these restrictions to avoid further strain on firefighting resources and help prevent additional fires.
The Oregon DEQ offers some alternatives to Open Burning:
- Recycle paper products
- Dispose of waste at a landfill
- Compost yard debris and kitchen scraps
- Reuse old lumber
- Use a chipper to create mulch or compost
- Organize a neighborhood cleanup day
- Take hazardous materials like oil-based paints, solvents, garden chemicals, and car fluids to a hazardous waste collection site. Burning these materials is illegal and dangerous.
The Benton County Fire Defense Board and ODF will continue to review burning conditions as the month of October progresses. For updates on the outdoor burning season, please check the Willamette Valley Open Burning Announcement at https://smkmgt.com/burn.php.
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"Backyard Burn Season is CLOSED."
"Backyard Burn Season is CLOSED."
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) regulates and enforces open and agricultural burning. Burn season runs from March 1 thru June 15, and October 1 thru December 15. Beginning and end dates are subject to change based on current fire conditions. To access the Willamette Valley Daily Burn Announcement, go to https://smkmgt.com/burn.php
This means that Backyard Burn Season is CLOSED.
A recreational or "warming" fire is a fire at your residence that is used for the purpose of cooking, warming, or similar recreation. In some of the Benton County Fire Districts, no-fee permits are required to burn recreationally. Please visit your local fire agency for rules and regulations.
Adair Rural Fire & Rescue:
https://www.adair-rural-fire.com/burn-information
Alsea Rural Fire Department:
https://www.facebook.com/alseafire/
City of Corvallis: https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/.../page/burning-regulations
Corvallis Rural Fire Protection District:
https://www.corvallisrfpd.com/burn-regulations
Hoskins-Kings Valley Rural Fire Protection District:
http://hoskinskvfire.com/Home/
Monroe Rural Fire Protection District:
https://sites.google.com/.../monroeru.../backyard-burning...
Philomath Fire & Rescue, & Blodgett-Summit:
https://www.philomathfire.com/burn-permit-for-philomath...
Thank you for burning responsibly!
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"OSFM, ODF, and OEM provide a 2024 Fire Season Wildfire Briefing."
"OSFM, ODF, and OEM provide a 2024 Fire Season Wildfire Briefing."
Thursday, May 16, 2024
A briefing was held last week to provide a forecast of anticipated wildfire risk and conditions for Oregon this fire season. Fire officials, emergency managers, and supporting agencies gave informational updates on their capabilities to respond and recover from a wildfire emergency. Click here to view the projections for this fire season.
"NWCC website provides the latest information throughout fire season."
"NWCC website provides the latest information throughout fire season."
Monday, April 15, 2024
The Northwest Interagency Coordination Center (NWCC) provides daily updates and briefings throughout fire season. Connect here and bookmark the website!
"Backyard Burning prohibited until March 1, 2024."
"Backyard Burning prohibited until March 1, 2024."
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
The Benton County Fire Defense Board has prohibited backyard burning from December 15, 2023 through March 1, 2024.
Agricultural burning may still be allowed locally, and are based on air quality considerations. To view the daily Willamette Valley Open Burning Announcement and to find out more about agricultural burning, click here.
"OSU Extension updates the Fire-Resistant Plans for Home Landscapes."
"OSU Extension updates the Fire-Resistant Plans for Home Landscapes."
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
The update for the Fire-resistant Plants for Home Landscapes (PNW 590) has been published. See the OSU Extension Service website for specific details, or view the pdf here.
The OSU Extension Service Fire Program works regionally to provide Fire Specialists that focus on all the regions of the western United States. Topics covered include Fire Behavior, Prescribed Fire, Smoke Management, Wildfire Safety, Webinars on Fire Awareness and Preparedness, and so much more. Click here to visit their website for details on all that the program provides.
"Un-scare the scary this Halloween with a home fire escape plan."
"Un-scare the scary this Halloween with a home fire escape plan."
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Un-scare the scary this Halloween with a home fire escape plan. Home escape plans save lives.
Practice your escape drill at least twice a year with everyone in your home, both at night and during the daytime. We think Halloween is a perfect time to test your plans!
Watch this fun video from your friends at the Oregon State Fire Marshal's office!
American Red Cross "Home Fire" Campaign
American Red Cross "Home Fire" Campaign
Thursday, November 3, 2022
It's the time of the year again where we roll the clocks back, and the Benton County Fire Defense Board suggests that you check your smoke detectors, and practice some basic fire safety education with your family and friends! Check out the link below for tips and tricks on practicing a 2-minute fire drill, and testing your smoke alarms.
https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon/about-us/our-work/home-fire-campaign.html
Fire Prevention Week is right around the corner!
Fire Prevention Week is right around the corner!
Thursday, September 21, 2022
Fire Prevention Week, October 9-15, 2022
In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance in our country, making it the longest-running public health observance in our history. Please join the Board in checking out some safety tips on fire prevention in your home, work, and schools, sponsored by our friends at the National Fire Prevention Association.
Community Resources
Community Resources
Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF)
www.oregon.gov/odf/fire/pages/burn.aspx
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ)
www.oregon.gov/deq/aq/Pages/aqi.aspx
1-888-997-7888
To file a smoke complaint about a legal backyard or agricultural burn, please call the DEQ.
Use the DEQ Mapping Tool to determine what area of the fire service you live in.
Burn Information
Burn Information
Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF)
Willamette Valley Daily Open Burning Announcement
Blodgett-Summit Rural Fire Protection District
Hoskins-Kings Valley Rural Fire Protection District
Monroe Rural Fire Protection District
File A Complaint
File A Complaint
Local DEQ Office:
Salem, 503-378-8240
Eugene, 541-686-7838
DEQ Complaint Hotline:
888-997-7888
Defensible Space
Defensible Space
Request a Defensible Space Assessment
Oregon Defensible Space website
Printer Friendly Defensible Space pdf
Reducing Fire Risk on Your Forest Property with OSU Extension Service
"Delay of the fall outdoor burning season."
"Delay of the fall outdoor burning season."
Tuesday, October 1, 2024
In collaboration with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF), the Benton County Fire Defense Board (BCFDB), representing the fire agencies of Adair, Alsea, Blodgett, Corvallis and Corvallis Rural, Hoskins-Kings Valley, Monroe, and Philomath, has announced a delay in the start of the fall outdoor burning season. Originally set for October 1, 2024, the BCFDB will evaluate conditions during the October 17th meeting to determine whether to open burn season or extend the closure.
The decision to delay the fall burning season is driven by ongoing fire risk conditions and safety concerns. Temperatures are forecasted to remain above-average in early October, with precipitation near or below-average; dryer conditions and vegetation will continue to fuel fire hazards. These factors, combined with strong seasonal winds, create an elevated risk of wildfires spreading rapidly if outdoor burning is allowed too soon.
Burning during this extended closed season could significantly worsen the current fire situation. As a result, the Benton County Fire Defense Board and ODF have enacted more stringent regulations to ensure public safety. It is critical for residents to comply with these restrictions to avoid further strain on firefighting resources and help prevent additional fires.
The Oregon DEQ offers some alternatives to Open Burning:
- Recycle paper products
- Dispose of waste at a landfill
- Compost yard debris and kitchen scraps
- Reuse old lumber
- Use a chipper to create mulch or compost
- Organize a neighborhood cleanup day
- Take hazardous materials like oil-based paints, solvents, garden chemicals, and car fluids to a hazardous waste collection site. Burning these materials is illegal and dangerous.
The Benton County Fire Defense Board and ODF will continue to review burning conditions as the month of October progresses. For updates on the outdoor burning season, please check the Willamette Valley Open Burning Announcement at https://smkmgt.com/burn.php.
"Backyard Burn Season is CLOSED."
"Backyard Burn Season is CLOSED."
Tuesday, June 18, 2024
The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) regulates and enforces open and agricultural burning. Burn season runs from March 1 thru June 15, and October 1 thru December 15. Beginning and end dates are subject to change based on current fire conditions. To access the Willamette Valley Daily Burn Announcement, go to https://smkmgt.com/burn.php
This means that Backyard Burn Season is CLOSED.
A recreational or "warming" fire is a fire at your residence that is used for the purpose of cooking, warming, or similar recreation. In some of the Benton County Fire Districts, no-fee permits are required to burn recreationally. Please visit your local fire agency for rules and regulations.
Adair Rural Fire & Rescue:
https://www.adair-rural-fire.com/burn-information
Alsea Rural Fire Department:
https://www.facebook.com/alseafire/
City of Corvallis: https://www.corvallisoregon.gov/.../page/burning-regulations
Corvallis Rural Fire Protection District:
https://www.corvallisrfpd.com/burn-regulations
Hoskins-Kings Valley Rural Fire Protection District:
http://hoskinskvfire.com/Home/
Monroe Rural Fire Protection District:
https://sites.google.com/.../monroeru.../backyard-burning...
Philomath Fire & Rescue, & Blodgett-Summit:
https://www.philomathfire.com/burn-permit-for-philomath...
Thank you for burning responsibly!
"OSFM, ODF, and OEM provide a 2024 Fire Season Wildfire Briefing."
"OSFM, ODF, and OEM provide a 2024 Fire Season Wildfire Briefing."
Thursday, May 16, 2024
A briefing was held last week to provide a forecast of anticipated wildfire risk and conditions for Oregon this fire season. Fire officials, emergency managers, and supporting agencies gave informational updates on their capabilities to respond and recover from a wildfire emergency. Click here to view the projections for this fire season.
"NWCC website provides the latest information throughout fire season."
"NWCC website provides the latest information throughout fire season."
Monday, April 15, 2024
The Northwest Interagency Coordination Center (NWCC) provides daily updates and briefings throughout fire season. Connect here and bookmark the website!
"Backyard Burning prohibited until March 1, 2024."
"Backyard Burning prohibited until March 1, 2024."
Wednesday, January 3, 2024
The Benton County Fire Defense Board has prohibited backyard burning from December 15, 2023 through March 1, 2024.
Agricultural burning may still be allowed locally, and are based on air quality considerations. To view the daily Willamette Valley Open Burning Announcement and to find out more about agricultural burning, click here.
"OSU Extension updates the Fire-Resistant Plans for Home Landscapes."
"OSU Extension updates the Fire-Resistant Plans for Home Landscapes."
Tuesday, November 7, 2023
The update for the Fire-resistant Plants for Home Landscapes (PNW 590) has been published. See the OSU Extension Service website for specific details, or view the pdf here.
The OSU Extension Service Fire Program works regionally to provide Fire Specialists that focus on all the regions of the western United States. Topics covered include Fire Behavior, Prescribed Fire, Smoke Management, Wildfire Safety, Webinars on Fire Awareness and Preparedness, and so much more. Click here to visit their website for details on all that the program provides.
"Un-scare the scary this Halloween with a home fire escape plan."
"Un-scare the scary this Halloween with a home fire escape plan."
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Un-scare the scary this Halloween with a home fire escape plan. Home escape plans save lives.
Practice your escape drill at least twice a year with everyone in your home, both at night and during the daytime. We think Halloween is a perfect time to test your plans!
Watch this fun video from your friends at the Oregon State Fire Marshal's office!
American Red Cross "Home Fire" Campaign
American Red Cross "Home Fire" Campaign
Thursday, November 3, 2022
It's the time of the year again where we roll the clocks back, and the Benton County Fire Defense Board suggests that you check your smoke detectors, and practice some basic fire safety education with your family and friends! Check out the link below for tips and tricks on practicing a 2-minute fire drill, and testing your smoke alarms.
https://www.redcross.org/local/oregon/about-us/our-work/home-fire-campaign.html
Fire Prevention Week is right around the corner!
Fire Prevention Week is right around the corner!
Thursday, September 21, 2022
Fire Prevention Week, October 9-15, 2022
In 1925, President Calvin Coolidge proclaimed Fire Prevention Week a national observance in our country, making it the longest-running public health observance in our history. Please join the Board in checking out some safety tips on fire prevention in your home, work, and schools, sponsored by our friends at the National Fire Prevention Association.
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