June 18, 2024 3:30 a.m.

Covering coastal Douglas County:

For the 12th year in a row, the Reedsport Volunteer Fire Department is not issuing burn barrel or debris burning permits within the Reedsport city limits for the 2024 fire season.

A city release said there will be no exceptions to this for the duration of fire season.

The reasons for this policy are:

*To protect the welfare of the community

*Reduce the cost of fire operations

*Alignment with neighboring fire protection agencies

*To provide for firefighter safety

Warming fires, otherwise known as campfires or recreational fires for cooking and other non-debris burning activities are still allowed and do not require a permit. Those who burn should use clean dry firewood, don’t leave the fire unattended, put it out completely when finished and be aware of smoke intrusion in the neighborhood.

For more information go to www.cityofreedsport.org and click on the fire department link.