News Flash

Hot weather across southwest Oregon has dried vegetation in the region’s wildlands to the degree that the Oregon Department of Forestry’s Southwest Oregon District will increase the fire danger level to Moderate (blue) on Friday, June 4th. Fire prevention regulations in the City of Grants Pass will increase as well.

Restrictions

The following fire season regulations will go into effect at 12:01 a.m. Friday, June 4th within the City of Grants Pass.

• Smoking in areas of flammable vegetation is prohibited.
• Open wood-fueled fires are prohibited, including campfires, cooking fires, and warming fires, except at locations designated by the Fire Marshal. Wood smokers, charcoal barbecues, propane, and natural gas-fueled ornamental fires are allowed.
• Power saws must be shut down between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. Each power saw is required to have one shovel and one fire extinguisher of at least 8-ounce capacity. A firewatch of at least one hour is required following the use of the saw.
• Cutting, grinding, and welding of metal in areas of flammable vegetation is not allowed between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
• The mowing of dried, cured grass will not be allowed between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.
• Motor vehicles, including motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles, are only allowed on improved roads free of flammable vegetation, except for the culture and harvest of agricultural crops.
• Any other spark-emitting internal combustion engine in areas of flammable vegetation not specifically mentioned will not be allowed between the hours of 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m. This equipment must be used in a cleared area during other hours, and a charged garden hose or one 2 ½ pound or larger fire extinguisher is immediately available.

The City Fire Marshal or an authorized representative may, in writing, approve a modification or waiver of these requirements.

For more information about the City of Grants Pass Fire Season regulations, please call the Fire Prevention Bureau at 541-450-6200

Evacuation and Fire Map

Check the Jackson and Josephine County Wildfire Activity map for fire boundaries and evacuation levels.

Air Quality App

Look for OregonAir in your app store to get easy access to the current Air Quality Index on your phone.

Other Information

• Wildfire Hazard Zones - South Grants Pass (PDF) - all fireworks prohibited
• Wildfire Hazard Zone - North Grants Pass (PDF) - all fireworks prohibited
• Fireworks in Grants Pass (PDF) - Fireworks frequently asked questions and safety information.
• Recreational Fire Guidelines - Propane Pits Only (PDF) - Rules and guidelines for recreational fires.
• Ready, Set Go! Pass (PDF) - Comprehensive information on how to prepare for wildfire evacuation.