September 29, 2023 4:15 a.m.

Closure Orders remain in place for areas of the Rogue River Siskiyou National Forest for the Anvil, Flat and Smith River Complex fires.

A Forest Service release said recent precipitation across the forest allowed for the lifting of Public Use Restrictions, which allows campfires on areas of the forest that are not currently under a closure order. Lifting PUR’s for campfires does not rescind closure orders. Forest staff are working closely with fire managers daily to revaluate closures and look for opportunities to reopen them as soon as safely possible for both firefighters and the public.

Being upon a closed road, going into or being upon land within the Closure Area, or being on a trail within the Closure Area are prohibited. The orders are in effect through October 31st unless they are rescinded sooner.

The current fire danger rating is “moderate” for all 5 ranger districts. The Industrial Fire Precaution Level is currently at Level 1. For up to date information regarding fire season, ongoing fires, and fire restrictions, go to: https://www.fs.usda.gov/rogue-siskiyou