With predicted higher temperatures, and low humidity, Portland Fire Marshal Kari Schimel has issued an outdoor burn ban effective immediately within the city limits of Portland. 

The burn ban includes recreational campfires, fire pits, yard debris, agricultural burning and permits issued for open burning until further notice.  Check with your local Fire Department/District for more information.

Barbecuing is still allowed; however, residents should exercise extreme caution. When using charcoal briquettes please properly dispose of ashes in a covered metal container away from combustibles, and keep the ashes wet for a few days before properly disposing of them. Maintain at least ten feet between outdoor cooking and anything combustible such as siding, fences, shrubbery, etc.

Smokers are reminded to ensure their cigarettes are truly out and placed in proper receptacles. Fireworks are not allowed in the City of Portland.

Those living in rural areas are asked to maintain their defensible space by monitoring growth surrounding homes and structures, and to maintain adequate access for firefighting equipment.

Contact Info: PIO Media Pager 503-940-6003 fireinfo@portlandoregon.gov