Open Burning Closed Within UCFD#1 Service Area Beginning June 1

Open Burning Closed June 1 2026

HERMISTON, OR — Effective June 1, 2026, open burning within the service area of Umatilla County Fire District #1 will be prohibited through October 1, 2026.

This closure is in effect regardless of Umatilla County Smoke Management or Agricultural Field Burning burn day designations, recorded burn information messages, or burn allowances listed on the Umatilla County website.

UCFD#1 has already responded to multiple brush and wildfire incidents across the region this season. As temperatures rise and vegetation continues to dry out, fire conditions are expected to worsen throughout the summer months.

The annual closure is intended to reduce the risk of human-caused wildfires during periods of increased fire danger and protect lives, property, crops, and natural resources throughout the community.

Residents are reminded that even small sparks from debris burning, equipment use, vehicles, or outdoor activities can quickly ignite dry grass and brush under current conditions.

UCFD#1 encourages the public to remain vigilant and practice fire safe behaviors throughout the summer by:

  • Avoiding outdoor burning and unattended fires
  • Properly disposing of cigarettes and smoking materials
  • Maintaining defensible space around homes and structures
  • Avoiding parking vehicles in dry grass
  • Keeping trailers and equipment maintained to prevent sparks
  • Preparing family evacuation plans before an emergency occurs

For more information, contact Umatilla County Fire District #1 at https://www.ucfd1oregon.gov/burn-regulations.

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