Statewide fire restrictions remain in effect on all Bureau of Land Management public lands in Oregon and Washington as fire danger increases across the Pacific Northwest.
“Every individual’s choices directly impact community safety,” said Kim Prill, BLM Oregon/Washington Acting State Director. “Just one spark can start a wildfire.”
“Preventing human caused fires is one of the best ways we can all work together to keep our firefighters and our communities safe,” added Josh O’Connor, Northwest Geographic Area Fire Chief for the U.S. Wildland Fire Service.
Visitors are urged to check local restrictions before heading outdoors, as rules vary by location. Click BLM’s Website to learn more.
The Bureau is reminding everyone fireworks, exploding targets, tracer ammunition, and sky lanterns are prohibited on BLM lands.
For addition details and restrictions, visit the BLM’s Website.
Fire officials also encourage residents to prepare, incase a wildfire comes to you.
Create defensible space around homes
Divide the area around your home into strategic, tiered zones. Start with a zero-fuel buffer immediately around your house and gradually reduce vegetation outwards. This dramatically reduces wildfire intensity, stops rapid flame spread, and protects your property from wind-blown embers. Learn more on the Firewise website.
Assemble a Go-Bag and evacuation plan
Gather essential documents, medications, food, and water for each family member in a portable bag. Pre-determine multiple evacuation routes out of your neighborhood and establish a family communication plan in case local cell towers lose power.
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