Burn Season Open

The Oregon Department of Forestry West Oregon District has terminated fire season and public use restrictions. Burn permits are required for slash burning. Fire Districts note that there is still warm dry weather so we are still not quite out of the woods.

The Lincoln County Fire Defense Board, working in cooperation with the Oregon Department of Forestry, established the county's annual yard debris burning ban from June 15 through October 15. The seasonal restrictions were implemented to reduce wildfire risks during the warmer, drier summer months.

Officials established consistent dates to help residents plan their outdoor burning activities, although individual fire districts retain the authority to adjust restrictions based on local weather and fire conditions.

It is recommended to

-Keep burn piles no larger than 6 ft × 6 ft.

-Maintain a safe distance from all structures.

-Always have a hose and shovel readily available.

-Never leave a burn pile unattended.

-Burn clean yard debris ONLY! ... No lumber, garbage, or other prohibited materials.

-No burning after sunset.

-Be mindful of where your smoke is drifting. Let's be considerate of our neighbors!

A little preparation goes a long way in preventing fires from getting out of control.  

A permit is required to burn yard debris in some areas of Lincoln County. To register for a free burn permit online, visit BeforeYouBurn.com and select “Check In Now” on the home page.

The seasonal restrictions were implemented to reduce wildfire risks during the warmer, drier summer months. Officials established consistent dates to help residents plan their outdoor burning activities, although individual fire districts retain the authority to adjust restrictions based on local weather and fire conditions.

The ban specifically applied to yard debris burning and generally did not prohibit recreational campfires, propane patio fireplaces or charcoal barbecue grills unless additional fire restrictions were necessary.

Although the official fire season has ended, fire officials remind residents that cooler temperatures and fall rainfall do not eliminate the possibility of escaped fires.

Residents planning to burn yard debris should follow several important safety precautions:

• Check with your local fire department before burning to confirm that outdoor burning is permitted.

• Avoid burning during windy or unusually dry conditions.

• Keep a water source and shovel nearby.

• Maintain a safe distance between burn piles, buildings, trees and other combustible materials.

• Never leave a burning pile unattended.

• Completely extinguish fires before leaving the area.

  
  

Property owners may be held financially responsible for damage and firefighting costs associated with escaped fires. Burning Still Requires PermitsWhile ODF fire-season restrictions have been lifted, the agency reminds residents that burning slash from forest harvesting operations requires a permit year-round.

Escaped or unattended fires can lead to unintended damage. Please burn responsibly and be courteous to your neighbors when burning yard debris. For more information or guidance on debris burning, contact your local area fire department. For questions about outdoor burning restrictions, residents can contact their local fire agency, including Newport Fire Department at 541-265-9461, North Lincoln Fire & Rescue at 541-996-2233, Central Coast Fire & Rescue at 541-563-3121 or the Oregon Department of Forestry at 541-336-2273.

The Oregon Department of Forestry thanked property owners, forest operators, emergency responders and community members for their cooperation throughout the 2026 fire season.

Officials emphasize that the end of fire season does not mean the end of wildfire prevention. Residents are encouraged to continue practicing safe burning habits throughout the fall and winter months.