DNU - Athena Volunteer Fire Department

Current Conditions

LOCAL FIRE WEATHER Nov 17

Slight Drizzle

55°F

46°F

Moderate

Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, slight, elevated 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

Nov 17

55.4°F 46.2°F

Slight Drizzle

Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight	6:57am - 4:20pm
Precipitation	20%, 0.1 mm
Rel. Humidity	76 - 100 %
Winds	SW 9.8 - 19.7 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.30 m³/m³

Tue

Nov 18

47.6°F 38.7°F

Cloudy

Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight	6:59am - 4:19pm
Precipitation	3%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	57 - 79 %
Winds	SW 10.4 - 20.6 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.28 m³/m³

Wed

Nov 19

46.3°F 35°F

Cloudy

Low Fire Conditions

Clouds generally forming or developing, Favorable conditions for burning.

Daylight	7:00am - 4:18pm
Precipitation	12%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	56 - 78 %
Winds	NE 7.7 - 9.8 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.28 m³/m³

Thu

Nov 20

47.9°F 35°F

Clear

Low Fire Conditions

Cloud development not observed or not observable, Favorable conditions for burning.

Daylight	7:01am - 4:17pm
Precipitation	16%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	57 - 85 %
Winds	WNW 6.1 - 4.7 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.28 m³/m³

Fri

Nov 21

57.1°F 38.8°F

Cloudy

Low Fire Conditions

Clouds generally forming or developing, Favorable conditions for burning.

Daylight	7:03am - 4:16pm
Precipitation	6%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	46 - 81 %
Winds	S 6.8 - 10.3 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.27 m³/m³

Sat

Nov 22

50.1°F 40.5°F

Cloudy

Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight	7:04am - 4:16pm
Precipitation	23%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	55 - 78 %
Winds	NE 4.1 - 3.1 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.27 m³/m³

Sun

Nov 23

51.6°F 38.7°F

Cloudy

Low Fire Conditions

Clouds generally forming or developing, Favorable conditions for burning.

Daylight	7:05am - 4:15pm
Precipitation	33%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	51 - 82 %
Winds	SSE 3.5 - 3.1 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.26 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 Nov 17 3:42pm.

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