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Josephine County Fire

Josephine County Fire

Current Conditions

LOCAL FIRE WEATHER Feb 3

Josephine County Fire
Clear
63°F
34°F

Moderate

State of sky on the whole unchanged, high temperatures forecasted for today.

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Josephine County Fire

County Fire serves the residents of Josephine County, Oregon, providing emergency response and fire protection services.

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County Fire, located in Merlin, Oregon, has a long-standing commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of its community. With a dedicated team of firefighters and emergency personnel, the agency provides a range of services including fire suppression, emergency medical response, and public safety education. County Fire is dedicated to maintaining high standards of service and fostering community partnerships to enhance safety. The agency continually invests in training and equipment to effectively respond to emergencies and protect lives and property.

7-Day Fire Weather Forecast

Josephine County Fire, 220 Peach St, Merlin, Or 97532

Today

Feb 3
63.4°F 33.7°F
Clear
Moderate Fire Conditions

State of sky on the whole unchanged, high temperatures forecasted for today.

Daylight 7:24am - 5:29pm
Precipitation 0%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 50 - 74 %
Winds ENE 7.9 - 8.1 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.28 m³/m³

Wed

Feb 4
69.7°F 45.6°F
Cloudy
Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight 7:23am - 5:31pm
Precipitation 0%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 33 - 57 %
Winds NE 3.1 - 5.1 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.28 m³/m³

Thu

Feb 5
70.2°F 46.5°F
Cloudy
Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight 7:22am - 5:32pm
Precipitation 0%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 31 - 84 %
Winds NNW 2.8 - 5 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.27 m³/m³

Fri

Feb 6
66°F 42°F
Cloudy
Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight 7:21am - 5:33pm
Precipitation 1%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 38 - 95 %
Winds SSW 6.9 - 10.7 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.27 m³/m³

Sat

Feb 7
63.9°F 40.8°F
Cloudy
Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight 7:20am - 5:35pm
Precipitation 33%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 48 - 97 %
Winds SSE 3.6 - 5.6 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.26 m³/m³

Sun

Feb 8
49.3°F 41.4°F
Heavy Drizzle
Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight 7:18am - 5:36pm
Precipitation 74%, 4.4 mm
Rel. Humidity 76 - 97 %
Winds NNW 4.5 - 6.7 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.34 m³/m³

Mon

Feb 9
50.5°F 34.1°F
Slight Drizzle
Low Fire Conditions

Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, slight, Generally favorable conditions for burning.

Daylight 7:17am - 5:37pm
Precipitation 53%, 0.4 mm
Rel. Humidity 61 - 99 %
Winds NE 3.6 - 5.8 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.30 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 Feb 3 8:03pm.

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Regional Partners

ODF - Southwest Oregon District

With hot, dry summers and frequent lightning, the area faces high wildfire risk. The Southwest Oregon District office oversees fire protection for diverse lands through responsible management, rapid response, and community partnerships.

Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF)

The Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) protects 16 million acres of Oregon's public and private forestlands from wildfire, manages 800,000+ acres of Oregon's state forests, enforces the Oregon Forest Practices Act and other rules and laws to conserve Oregon's forests, assists private forestland owners, and works with urban communities to help sustain Oregon's most "lived-in" forests - trees in urban areas, city parks, neighborhoods, and open spaces. ODF serves Oregonians by helping to keep forests healthy, working, and sustainable.

State of Oregon

Oregon is served by a coordinated network of state, regional, and local agencies that work together to protect communities, manage natural resources, and deliver essential services. From environmental protection to public safety, these agencies ensure responsive, equitable governance across the state’s diverse landscapes—supporting residents through collaboration, innovation, and a commitment to community well-being.