Lookingglass Rural Fire District shares the following information from the Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA):

What’s Happening

Residents across Douglas County may observe drift smoke today. This smoke is not from local fires within DFPA’s protection area. Instead, it's originating from lightning-caused fires burning in:

• Umpqua National Forest
• Rogue River–Siskiyou National Forest
• Willamette National Forest

Earlier today, DFPA confirmed the Coon Creek Fire, a small 0.01 acre lightning-caused fire approximately 13.5 miles northeast of Oakland, OR. It was quickly contained, and the fire is now in patrol status.

To date, there are no ongoing large fires within DFPA’s protection area. The visible haze is drift smoke being carried into our region by winds and cloud cover.

Track Drift Smoke – Real-Time Monitoring Tools

To stay informed about current smoke conditions and air quality, refer to the following trusted resources:

• AirNow Fire & Smoke Map
  Provides near real-time smoke movement, satellite-detected fires, and air quality data. Air Quality
• NOAA Hazard Mapping System (HMS)
  Offers real-time satellite smoke analysis, including density levels (light, medium, heavy). NOAA OSPO
• ArcGIS Fire and Smoke Viewer
  Integrates real-time smoke, air quality, and satellite fire perimeter data. ArcGIS
• Oregon Air Quality Index (AQI) & OregonAir App
  DEQ’s interactive statewide AQI tool shows health-level indicators via color-coded status. A corresponding app (OregonAir) is available for monitoring on mobile devices. Oregon
• Oregon Smoke Information Blog & App
  Managed by DEQ and partners, this blog provides smoke advisories and updates. The OregonAir app includes smoke updates in real time. oregonsmoke.orgOregon

Summary Table

ResourceWhat It Offers

AirNow Fire & Smoke MapLive smoke and air quality data

NOAA HMS Smoke MapsSatellite-based smoke density and coverage

ArcGIS Fire & Smoke ViewerCombined smoke, fire, and air quality visuals

Oregon AQI Tool & AppHealth-level air quality and daily forecasts

Oregon Smoke Info Blog & AppLocal smoke advisories and updates from state agencies

What You Can Do

• Monitor conditions throughout the day using these tools.
• Limit outdoor exposure if air quality declines, especially for sensitive individuals.
• Stay indoors when smoke density appears moderate to heavy, and use AQI indicators to determine safety levels.

Lookingglass Rural Fire District will continue to post updates as more information becomes available.