Forest Service NW

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Fall has arrived, but fire season still remains. Even as temps cool, wildfire risks remain active. Light winds & warmer conditions are forecast, and moderate fire behavior is still possible. Some restrictions on national forests have been lifted, but caution is still essential.

Warm and dry weather will temporarily increase fire behavior potential. Risk of new significant fire starts remains low. Initial attack operations are expected to continue due to recent lightning activity. The Northwest remains a top national priority.

Cooler weather & rainfall have helped moderate fire potential, yet potential for active fire behavior remains in areas that haven’t received meaningful rainfall. Continue to do your part to prevent human-caused wildfires!

Warmer weather and thunderstorm activity has elevated fire behavior across the Pacific Northwest. For more information visit fs.usda.gov/r06/newsroom/r…

With rising temperatures and increased thunderstorm activity, wildfire risk remains elevated regionally. Initial attack resources remain ready and prepared to respond to new fires.​ Currently eight large wildfires are affecting National Forest lands in the Pacific Northwest.

🔥 WE'RE HIRING: Wildland Fire Positions 🔥 The Pacific Northwest and Alaska Regions are filling critical fire roles across Oregon, Washington, and Alaska. Learn more by visiting our website at fs.usda.gov/r06/working-wi….

USDA Forest Service + @ORDeptForestry is restoring 1,350 acres of oak habitat in Oregon’s southern Willamette Valley to reduce wildfire risk, improve habitat & support resilient forests. This work is part of 19 national #LandscapeScaleRestoration projects. fs.usda.gov/managing-land/…

Warmer and drier weather returns to Oregon and Washington this week. As fuels continue to dry, the potential for large wildfires increases. ​Pacific Northwest firefighting resources remain staffed and ready, even as crews support wildfire response efforts across the country.

Currently, two large fires are impacting national forest lands in the Pacific Northwest. High winds are expected today, creating conditions where wildfires can spread rapidly. Loose trailer chains and worn or underinflated tires can throw sparks that ignite roadside wildfires.

As August begins, fire weather forecasters predict higher than average temperatures will continue to dry fuels in the region and, along with lightning, cause numerous natural fire starts across Oregon and Washington.

Wildfire Snapshot​ - August 6, 2025​: Recent thunderstorms brought cooler temperatures and rain, helping firefighters contain new fire starts and make progress on ongoing large wildfires. Hot, dry weather returns this weekend increasing the potential for new fires.

Currently, four large fires are impacting national forest lands in the Pacific Northwest. Widespread lightning is leading to an increase of new fire starts across eastern Oregon and Washington.

Currently, seven large fires are impacting national forest lands in the Pacific Northwest with a potential for new starts from thunderstorms east of the Cascades. Let’s all do our part to prevent human-caused fires – for our communities, firefighters and incredible landscapes.

July 17, 2025  With dry, hot conditions in much of the PNW, many forests will elevate Public Use Restrictions and Industrial Fire Precaution Levels. Help firefighters by being careful with campfires. Never leave one unattended and ensure coals are cool to the touch when leaving.

We’re hiring! Incident Support Cache positions available in La Grande, OR and Wenatchee, WA. Fire cache employees support emergency responders who protect our communities. Apply on USAJOBS.gov through July 18, 2025. Visit fs.usda.gov/working-with-u… details.

Beginning June 20, the popular USDA Forest Service Annual Northwest Forest Pass will be available for online purchase through recreation.gov. For more information visit fs.usda.gov/r06/newsroom/r…

Camping season has officially arrived. Be sure to do your part to prevent wildfires by following these key tips.

As fire season approaches, it’s important to know how to find fire information online about wildfires in your area. Inciweb is the official source of information for wildfires. Visit www.inciweb.wildfire.govto learn more.

As fire season approaches, it’s important to know how to find fire information online about wildfires in your area. Inciweb is the official source of information for wildfires. Visit www.inciweb.wildfire.govto learn more.