Lookingglass Rural Fire District would like to apologize for the delay in sharing this important update. As fire season continues to intensify, our volunteers and personnel have been busy preparing for and responding to incidents throughout our service area. We appreciate your understanding and want to ensure our community has the latest information regarding current fire restrictions.

Due to increasing temperatures, low relative humidity, and rapidly drying vegetation, the Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) and the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) Roseburg District have implemented additional fire restrictions throughout Douglas County.

Moderate Public Use Restrictions – Effective June 13, 2026

Beginning Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 12:01 a.m., Public Use Restrictions increased to MODERATE on all private, county, state, Bureau of Indian Affairs, and Bureau of Land Management lands protected by the Douglas Forest Protective Association.

Under Moderate Public Use Restrictions, the following activities are permitted only before 1:00 p.m. or after 8:00 p.m.:

• Non-industrial chainsaw use
• Cutting, grinding, or welding metal
• Cutting, trimming, or mowing dried or cured grass
• Operation of power-driven machinery for non-industrial property improvement or development on private lands

These restrictions are designed to reduce the potential for equipment-generated sparks or heat sources to ignite dry vegetation during the hottest part of the day.

Industrial Fire Precaution Level 2 – Effective June 15, 2026

Beginning Monday, June 15, 2026, at 12:01 a.m., Industrial Fire Precaution Levels increased to IFPL Level 2 on all lands protected by DFPA, including lands managed by the Bureau of Land Management.

Under IFPL Level 2, the following industrial operations may only occur between 8:00 p.m. and 1:00 p.m.:

• Power saw operations (except power saws operating at loading sites)
• Feller-bunchers equipped with rotary head saws
• Cable yarding
• Blasting
• Welding, cutting, or grinding metal

BLM Stage 2 Fire Prevention Restrictions

The Bureau of Land Management has also implemented Stage 2 Fire Prevention Restrictions across the Roseburg District.

These restrictions include:

• No open fires, including charcoal briquettes, except at designated BLM campgrounds.
• Gas-powered chainsaws may only be operated before 10:00 a.m. or after 8:00 p.m.
• Battery-powered and electric chainsaws are exempt from hourly restrictions but still require:
  • A shovel readily available
  • A fire extinguisher
  • A minimum one-hour fire watch following use

Additional restrictions, exemptions, and temporary area closures may apply depending on location and current fire conditions.

Help Prevent Wildfires

Fire danger continues to increase across Douglas County as fuels become drier. Human-caused wildfires remain one of the leading causes of fires during the summer months, and nearly every wildfire is preventable.

Lookingglass Rural Fire District encourages all residents and visitors to:

• Stay informed of current fire restrictions before conducting outdoor work.
• Avoid activities that generate sparks during the hottest part of the day.
• Carry firefighting equipment when operating approved equipment.
• Properly extinguish campfires where they are permitted.
• Report any signs of smoke or fire immediately by calling 9-1-1.

Please remember that certain agricultural operations may be exempt from some Public Use Restrictions under Oregon law; however, operators are encouraged to use every available precaution to prevent accidental fire starts.

As fire season progresses, additional restrictions may become necessary. Lookingglass Rural Fire District will continue sharing updates as they become available to help keep our community informed and prepared.

Thank you for doing your part to protect our community, our neighbors, and the natural resources that make Douglas County such a special place.