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Fire Season Begins May 15, 2026 in Jackson and Josephine Counties This declaration affects 1.8 million acres of Oregon Department of Forestry Southwest Oregon District-protected lands JACKSON & JOSEPHINE COUNTIES, Ore. (May 12, 2026) – The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) Southwest Oregon District will officially declare the start of fire season on Friday, May 15, 2026, at 12:01 a.m. The fire danger level will be “Low” (green) and the Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL

Please refer to this guide during fire season for restrictions. You can also search this map for current restrictions

Jackson County Fire District 5 is pleased to announce the release of the 2025 Annual Report. 2025 Annual Report (flipbook) 2025 Annual Report (pdf)