NEWS RELEASE

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

CONTACT: Dan Derlacki, Deputy Fire Marshal
Larry Medina, Fire Inspector
City of Bend Fire Department
(541) 322-6309

Outdoor Debris Burning opens for areas protected by Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District #2

Outdoor debris burning opened today, October 13 for areas within Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District #2, with the exception of areas within the city limits of Bend as City Ordinance 5.295 has banned back yard debris burning within the city limits of Bend. Open burning in the Rural Fire District #2 around Bend will be open until fire season of next year.

Campfires, recreational fires, warming fires and cooking fires may be permitted within the city of Bend and in the Rural Fire District #2 as long as the proper safety precautions are followed, as outlined in the Bend Fire Department Burning Regulations. Contact your local fire agency for the burning regulations in your area.

As a reminder, debris burning regulations may vary between governmental jurisdictions within the Central Oregon area. Please contact your local fire agency for specific requirements and restrictions.

As an alternative to burning yard debris, fire agencies within Deschutes County recommend that residents participate in the Project Wildfire Fire Sale October 31st through November 15th at the Knott Landfill. During the 16 days of the Fire Sale, Knott Landfill will accept yard debris for just $2 per yard! Many area garbage companies also offer curbside pickup of yard debris for a minimal charge.

Burning regulations for the City of Bend and Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District #2 may be picked up at the nearest fire station. Information about the Deschutes Recycling Center at Knott Landfill Fire Sale and other alternatives to burning can be found on our web site, www.ci.bend.or.us

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