Jackson County Fire District #5
ODF - Southwest Oregon District
Fire season is in effect. Outdoor debris burning is prohibited. Cover piles and wait until fire season is officially declared over. Plan on burning yard debris in late fall or winter.
Current Conditions
LOCAL FIRE WEATHER Oct 7
Moderate
Cloud development not observed or not observable, elevated winds and high temperatures forecasted for today.
Outdoor Debris Burning
Jackson County Fire District #5
Jackson County Fire District No.5 is an all-risk agency that provides fire suppression, wildland firefighting, Advanced Life Support, hazardous material, rescue, and extrication services. JCFD5 operates out of three (3) fully staffed fire stations located in the communities of Phoenix, Talent, and unincorporated Ashland with a population of over 23,000.
Public Contact Information
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Websitehttps://www.jcfd5.com/
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Non-Emergency Phone(541) 535-4222
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Jackson County Fire District No. 5 provides fire suppression, emergency medical services, hazardous materials response, and technical rescue to a 120 square mile area in southern Oregon. Operating out of three strategically located stations, the district's firefighters and paramedics serve the communities of Phoenix, Talent, Ashland, and surrounding unincorporated areas.
The department responds to various emergencies including fires, medical calls, extrications, rescues, and more. Jackson County Fire District No. 5 has strong cooperative agreements with neighboring agencies for additional response support. Beyond emergency services, the district places emphasis on fire and life safety education for the community. With roots dating back to 1963, Jackson County Fire District No. 5 remains committed to serving its area with exceptional customer service.
Boundary Map
7-Day Fire Weather Forecast
Today
Oct 7Cloud development not observed or not observable, elevated winds and high temperatures forecasted for today.
| Daylight | 7:15am - 6:41pm |
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| Precipitation | 0%, 0 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 15 - 58 % |
| Winds | N 8.9 - 15.7 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.11 m³/m³ |
Wed
Oct 8Clouds generally forming or developing, elevated winds and high temperatures forecasted for today.
| Daylight | 7:16am - 6:40pm |
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| Precipitation | 8%, 0 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 25 - 61 % |
| Winds | NNW 14.3 - 20.1 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.10 m³/m³ |
Thu
Oct 9Clouds generally forming or developing, elevated winds and high temperatures forecasted for today.
| Daylight | 7:17am - 6:38pm |
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| Precipitation | 22%, 0 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 43 - 79 % |
| Winds | NNW 11.9 - 15 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.10 m³/m³ |
Fri
Oct 10Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, heavy, high temperatures forecasted for today.
| Daylight | 7:18am - 6:36pm |
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| Precipitation | 67%, 3.6 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 63 - 90 % |
| Winds | W 7.9 - 8.1 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.10 m³/m³ |
Sat
Oct 11Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, moderate, high temperatures forecasted for today.
| Daylight | 7:20am - 6:35pm |
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| Precipitation | 44%, 3.3 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 74 - 91 % |
| Winds | SW 5.5 - 11.4 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.17 m³/m³ |
Sun
Oct 12Clouds generally forming or developing, high temperatures forecasted for today.
| Daylight | 7:21am - 6:33pm |
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| Precipitation | 30%, 0 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 35 - 82 % |
| Winds | NW 7.2 - 8.1 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.20 m³/m³ |
Mon
Oct 13Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, moderate, high temperatures forecasted for today.
| Daylight | 7:22am - 6:32pm |
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| Precipitation | 33%, 1.8 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 35 - 89 % |
| Winds | NW 7.3 - 2.2 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.21 m³/m³ |
** Yellow or Red highlights indicates more dangerous fire weather conditions. Please verify burning status with your local fire agency.
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Regional Partners
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.
