Local Wildfire Updates are available. Stay informed and be aware!
Wildfire season began early this year in Clackamas County and District staff has been meeting with local and federal officials to secure local wildfire updates.
Daily Updates for Whiskey Creek and Sandstone Fires
Check these links daily for information, photos, and maps for the Whiskey Creek and Sandstone Fires.
Watch Duty – Free Local Wildfire Updates
While the Whiskey Creek and Sandstone Fires are being monitored by InciWeb, other local fires, like the South End Fire near Canby, are not. Watch Duty is a free service that is “powered by over 100 volunteers – firefighters, dispatchers, and first responders – who diligently monitor radio scanners and other official sources 23 hours a day to send you the most up-to-date information.”
This service can be easily downloaded to your mobile phone from your preferred mobile app store.
Steps You Can Take to Reduce Wildfire Risk On Your Property
It’s not too late to take steps to reduce wildfire risk on your property. The following three articles explain how you can help protect your property this wildfire season.
- Immediate Zone – 0-5 feet around your home
- Intermediate Zone – 5 – 30 feet around your home
- Extended Zone – 30-60 feet around your home
Take Steps to PREVENT Starting a Fire
Be careful not to create a wildfire due to sparks from a chain saw or other equipment. Please inspect your vehicle or trailer to make sure you do not drag any chains or other metal pieces that may cause sparks. Also, be careful not to park a vehicle with a hot catalytic converter/exhaust system where dry grasses or weeds will touch these parts and catch on fire.
Lastly, be sure to check with your local Fire District or Oregon Department of Forestry for current information on burning.
Additional Resources
- Oregon State University Cooperative Extension publication, Fire Resistant Plants for Oregon Landscapes, PNW 590 and OSU guide, Keeping Your Home and Property Safe from Wildfire, These publications are available online at https://catalog.extension.oregonstate.edu/.
- OSU Cooperative Extension webinar series Fire Aware. Be Prepared. Wildfire Wednesdays. This webinar series has been recorded so you may view an episode at your convenience. https://extension.oregonstate.edu/fire-program/online-webinar-guide
Stay safe out there!
