Media Release June 9, 2026 Annual Debris Burn Ban The Lincoln County Fire Defense Board and Oregon Department of Forestry will establish a debris burn ban due to increasingly dry conditions. The Oregon Department of Forestry has declared Fire Season will begin effective June 15, 2026, at 00:01. The burn ban will be in effect from: June 15, 2026, at 00:01 through October 15, 2026. Fire danger continues to increase each year, and these consistent dates allow residents to plan accordingly. Individual fire districts may adjust ban dates based on local weather and fire risk. This ban applies only to yard debris burning. This ban does NOT include (unless fire weather conditions are present or forecasted): Recreational campfires Propane or patio fireplaces Charcoal barbecue grills Check with your local fire agency for district-specific restrictions and guidance. AGENCY CONTACTS North Lincoln Fire & Rescue: 541-996-2233 Depoe Bay Fire District: 541-764-2202 East Lincoln County Fire & Rescue: 541-270-1468 City of Newport Fire Dept/Newport RFPD: 541-265-9461 Seal Rock Fire District: 541-563-4441 Central Coast Fire & Rescue: 541-563-3121 Toledo Fire Department: 541-336-3311 Siletz Fire District: 541-444-2043 Yachats Fire District: 541-547-3266 Oregon Department of Forestry: 541-336-2273 REMINDER Escaped or unattended fires can lead to fines and financial liability under: ORS 476.920 – Billing for Fire Suppression Costs. Please burn responsibly and help protect our communities.