DNU - Athena Volunteer Fire Department

Current Conditions

LOCAL FIRE WEATHER Dec 15

Slight Continuous Rain

63°F

50°F

High

Rain, not freezing, continuous, slight, very high winds and high temperatures forecasted for today.

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About

DNU - Athena Volunteer Fire Department

The Athena Volunteer Fire Department is a dedicated group of volunteers providing essential fire protection and emergency response services to the Athena community. Committed to safeguarding lives and property, the department offers fire suppression, emergency medical assistance, and disaster response. Known for its community spirit and swift action, the Athena Volunteer Fire Department is a vital resource in ensuring the safety and well-being of the local residents.

Public Contact Information

Website
http://www.athena-vfd.org/
Public Status Page
https://beforeyouburn.com/a/athena-volunteer-fire-department
Non-Emergency Phone
(541) 566-3491
Facebook
https://www.facebook.com/athena.vfd/

It is the mission of the Athena Volunteer Fire Department to provide the best possible fire and public safety protection for the City of Athena, Oregon.

The Athena Volunteer Fire Department was established to serve the unique fire protection and emergency needs of the Athena community. Comprised of passionate and skilled volunteers, the department operates with a strong sense of duty and commitment to public service. Through ongoing training, community involvement, and collaboration with other emergency services, the department maintains a high level of readiness for various emergencies. The mission of the Athena Volunteer Fire Department is to protect the lives, property, and well-being of the Athena community through prompt, effective emergency response and proactive fire prevention efforts.

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7-Day Fire Weather Forecast

DNU - Athena Volunteer Fire Department, 119 N 2nd St, Athena, OR 97813, USA

Today

Dec 15

63.2°F 49.9°F

Slight Continuous Rain

High Fire Conditions

Rain, not freezing, continuous, slight, very high winds and high temperatures forecasted for today.

Daylight	7:28am - 4:09pm
Precipitation	53%, 4.7 mm
Rel. Humidity	33 - 78 %
Winds	SSW 23.7 - 41.6 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.29 m³/m³

Tue

Dec 16

58.4°F 49.4°F

Cloudy

High Fire Conditions

Clouds generally forming or developing, very high winds and high temperatures forecasted for today.

Daylight	7:29am - 4:10pm
Precipitation	31%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	50 - 81 %
Winds	SSW 22.5 - 31.5 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.28 m³/m³

Wed

Dec 17

55.7°F 38.4°F

Moderate Drizzle

High Fire Conditions

Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, moderate, very high winds forecasted for today.

Daylight	7:30am - 4:10pm
Precipitation	74%, 0.8 mm
Rel. Humidity	58 - 84 %
Winds	WSW 33.7 - 62.9 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.30 m³/m³

Thu

Dec 18

56°F 39.2°F

Slight Continuous Rain

High Fire Conditions

Rain, not freezing, continuous, slight, very high winds forecasted for today.

Daylight	7:30am - 4:10pm
Precipitation	92%, 8.7 mm
Rel. Humidity	56 - 95 %
Winds	S 26.3 - 37.8 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.31 m³/m³

Fri

Dec 19

44.7°F 36.8°F

Moderate Drizzle

High Fire Conditions

Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, moderate, very high winds forecasted for today.

Daylight	7:31am - 4:11pm
Precipitation	83%, 0.9 mm
Rel. Humidity	44 - 95 %
Winds	SW 18 - 38.3 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.34 m³/m³

Sat

Dec 20

44.6°F 34.6°F

Cloudy

Moderate Fire Conditions

Clouds generally forming or developing, elevated winds forecasted for today.

Daylight	7:31am - 4:11pm
Precipitation	23%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	40 - 75 %
Winds	S 14.8 - 8.9 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.34 m³/m³

Sun

Dec 21

44.9°F 36.9°F

Slight Drizzle

High Fire Conditions

Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, slight, very high winds forecasted for today.

Daylight	7:32am - 4:12pm
Precipitation	51%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	65 - 89 %
Winds	SE 7.1 - 27.3 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.31 m³/m³

** Yellow or Red highlights indicates more dangerous fire weather conditions. Please verify burning status with your local fire agency.

Weather source: noaa.gov. Updated Dec 15 10:44pm.

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