New app from ODF helps Oregon residents check local burn regulations and stay safe

SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) -- May is Wildfire Awareness Month and the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) is urging residents to take extra precautions to prevent the devastating consequences of human-caused wildfires.

With more than 70% of Oregon wildfires stemming from human actions, ODF is emphasizing the importance of safe burning practices and introducing a new tool to help residents stay informed about local burn regulations.

There's a new debris burning app that allows you to check whether burns are regulated or prohibited. You can visit Before You Burn: https://ow.ly/PT9b50YYs0b to see whether burning is allowed where you’re located, and get tips on safe burning practices.