September 21, 2021 4:15 a.m.

Warm and drying conditions that are expected to return to the Umpqua Basin have prompted the Douglas Forest Protective Association to increase the fire danger to Moderate.

Kyle Reed of DFPA said the increase in fire danger applies to all 1.6 million acres of land protected by DFPA. The Industrial Fire Precaution Level will remain at IFPL II.

Reed said a moderate fire danger rating changes the shutdown times for several non-industrial activities. These activities are now prohibited between 1:00 p.m. and 8:00 p.m.:

*The cutting, trimming, or mowing of dried or cured grass. This restriction does not apply to the mowing of green lawns. The use of battery or electric string trimmers and the commercial culture and harvest of agricultural crops is exempt from this restriction.

*The cutting, grinding or welding of metal and the use of power saws for non-industrial purposes.

*Any non-industrial improvement or development taking place on private property that utilizes power driven machinery not specifically mentioned in the Public Use Restrictions.

A number of fire prevention measures remain in effect and unchanged. Complete details at www.dfpa.net