Industrial Fire Precaution Level lowers to Level I
With increasingly cooler weather, and recent precipitation across Northwest Oregon and Washington, fire managers for the Gifford Pinchot National Forests have rescinded public use fire restrictions, effective at 12:01 a.m. Wednesday, September 18.
With this action, campfires are now allowed outside of designated, developed campgrounds across the national forest. The public is reminded to use existing fire rings for campfires wherever possible, and to always bring a shovel and extra water to ensure the fire is out and cold to the touch when you leave. If it’s too hot to touch, it’s too hot to leave. Visit https://www.smokeybear.com/ for safety tips.
Our highest priority is always public and firefighter safety. We encourage visitors to stay informed on the latest fire information and observe emergency closure areas as conditions can change quickly.
For fire information & updates please visit Gifford Pinchot National Forest: https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/giffordpinchot/fire.