Helix RFPD

Current Conditions

LOCAL FIRE WEATHER Apr 12

Helix RFPD

Moderate Drizzle

58°F

44°F

Moderate

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

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About

Helix RFPD

The Helix Rural Fire Protection District (RFPD) serves the Helix, Oregon area and its surrounding rural communities by offering vital fire protection, emergency medical services, and rescue operations.

Public Contact Information

Emergency Phone
Call 911
Website
https://helixrfpd.weebly.com/
Public Status Page
https://beforeyouburn.com/a/helix-rfpd
Non-Emergency Phone
(541) 457-2911

The Helix Rural Fire Protection District was established to meet the specific fire protection and emergency response needs of the Helix area. Operated by a team of trained professionals and dedicated volunteers, the district focuses on providing high-quality service and maintaining a strong level of readiness. Through continuous training, active community involvement, and collaboration with neighboring agencies, the district ensures a prompt and effective response to various emergencies. The mission of the Helix RFPD is to enhance public safety, promote fire prevention, and deliver swift emergency services to protect the lives and property of the Helix community and surrounding regions.

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7-Day Fire Weather Forecast

Helix RFPD, 102 Columbia St, Helix, OR 97835, USA

Today

Apr 12

58.3°F 44.4°F

Moderate Drizzle

Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight	6:13am - 7:37pm
Precipitation	58%, 0.7 mm
Rel. Humidity	56 - 90 %
Winds	W 17.7 - 35.3 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.22 m³/m³

Mon

Apr 13

55.9°F 42.1°F

Cloudy

Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight	6:11am - 7:38pm
Precipitation	37%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	46 - 86 %
Winds	W 19 - 32.7 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.27 m³/m³

Tue

Apr 14

56.8°F 37.8°F

Moderate Drizzle

Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight	6:09am - 7:39pm
Precipitation	44%, 1.2 mm
Rel. Humidity	39 - 84 %
Winds	WSW 21.5 - 31.5 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.25 m³/m³

Wed

Apr 15

49.8°F 35.7°F

Light Continuous Snow

Low Fire Conditions

Continuous fall of snowflakes, slight, elevated winds forecasted for today.

Daylight	6:07am - 7:41pm
Precipitation	82%, 2.3 mm
Rel. Humidity	30 - 89 %
Winds	WSW 22.9 - 29.1 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.26 m³/m³

Thu

Apr 16

50.5°F 32.7°F

Slight Drizzle

High Fire Conditions

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

Daylight	6:06am - 7:42pm
Precipitation	25%, 0.1 mm
Rel. Humidity	32 - 77 %
Winds	WSW 16.3 - 28.4 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.26 m³/m³

Fri

Apr 17

56.5°F 33°F

Clear

Moderate Fire Conditions

Cloud development not observed or not observable, elevated winds forecasted for today.

Daylight	6:04am - 7:43pm
Precipitation	6%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	33 - 84 %
Winds	SSW 12.5 - 14.3 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.25 m³/m³

Sat

Apr 18

64.3°F 38.9°F

Cloudy

Moderate Fire Conditions

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

Daylight	6:02am - 7:45pm
Precipitation	4%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity	33 - 63 %
Winds	S 7.7 - 13.9 mp/h
Soil Moisture	0.23 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 Apr 12 1:27pm.

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