DNU - Athena Volunteer Fire Department

Current Conditions

LOCAL FIRE WEATHER Mar 11

Slight Drizzle

51°F

36°F

Moderate

Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, slight, very high winds 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

Mar 11

51.2°F 36.3°F

Slight Drizzle

Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight	7:13am - 6:54pm
Precipitation	57%, 0.58 mm
Rel. Humidity	53 - 87 %
Winds	SSW 21.2 - 32.4 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.26 m³/m³

Thu

Mar 12

48.2°F 39.8°F

Slight Continuous Rain

Low Fire Conditions

Rain, not freezing, continuous, slight, elevated winds forecasted for today.

Daylight	7:11am - 6:55pm
Precipitation	89%, 21.15 mm
Rel. Humidity	66 - 94 %
Winds	WSW 18.9 - 39.6 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.26 m³/m³

Fri

Mar 13

50.7°F 42°F

Heavy Drizzle

Low Fire Conditions

Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, heavy, very high winds and high temperatures forecasted for today.

Daylight	7:09am - 6:57pm
Precipitation	87%, 7.7 mm
Rel. Humidity	72 - 95 %
Winds	SW 18.3 - 32.7 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.32 m³/m³

Sat

Mar 14

49.4°F 35.9°F

Slight Drizzle

Low Fire Conditions

Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, slight, elevated winds forecasted for today.

Daylight	7:07am - 6:58pm
Precipitation	85%, 0.3 mm
Rel. Humidity	41 - 87 %
Winds	WSW 17.2 - 31.3 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.30 m³/m³

Sun

Mar 15

48.5°F 35°F

Cloudy

Low Fire Conditions

Clouds generally forming or developing, Generally favorable conditions for burning.

Daylight	7:05am - 6:59pm
Precipitation	48%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	34 - 63 %
Winds	S 9.1 - 7.6 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.29 m³/m³

Mon

Mar 16

66.6°F 46.4°F

Cloudy

Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight	7:03am - 7:01pm
Precipitation	43%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	36 - 68 %
Winds	SSW 14.6 - 26.2 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.29 m³/m³

Tue

Mar 17

67.5°F 52.5°F

Cloudy

Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight	7:01am - 7:02pm
Precipitation	17%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	30 - 50 %
Winds	S 10.9 - 15.7 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.28 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 Mar 11 2:29am.

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