August 4, 2023 3:30 a.m.

As daytime temperatures continue to rise and fuels dry out in southwest Oregon, the Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest has moved to “Extreme” fire danger on all five Ranger Districts.

A Rogue-River Siskiyou National Forest Service release said Public Use Restrictions have increased to Level 2. This means that no campfires of any kind are allowed in the wilderness.

The Industrial Fire Precaution Level remains at Level 2.

Public Use restrictions remain at Stage 2 on the Wild and Scenic Rogue River.

For up-to-date information regarding fire season, ongoing fires, and fire restrictions, follow the Rogue River Siskiyou National Forest on Facebook and Twitter.

Further information regarding fire danger on the RRSNF can be found at: https://www.fs.usda.gov/main/rogue-siskiyou/fire