Debris burning set to open Monday in Deschutes County Fire District No. 2 outside of Bend, where it’s banned

BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) -- Outdoor debris burning will open at sunrise next Monday for areas outside the City of Bend within the boundaries of Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District #2. Debris burning is not allowed throughout the year within the city limits of Bend, as per city ordinance, officials reminded Thursday. 

Here's the rest of Thursday's announcement from Deputy Fire Marshal Dan Derlacki:

Burning can be shut down on a daily based on current and projected weather conditions that day. Please call our burn information line at 541-322-6335 every day before burning for the most current conditions and whether burning is open or closed that day. 

A reminder, debris burning regulations may vary between governmental jurisdictions within the Central Oregon area. Please contact your local fire agency for specific requirements and restrictions. 

Campfires, recreational fires, warming fires and cooking fires may be permitted in areas where debris burning is prohibited. These types of fires are allowed in the city limits of Bend, typically year round, as long as the burn regulations and restrictions are followed.

Contact your local fire agency for the burning regulations in your area.

Burning regulations for the City of Bend and Deschutes County Rural Fire Protection District #2 may be picked up at the nearest fire station or by printing them from the City of Bend web site at www.bendoregon.gov/burninginfo.