The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) works to protect and enhance the quality of Oregon’s air, land, and water for current and future generations. DEQ’s mission is grounded in science, public health, and environmental accountability, ensuring that Oregon’s communities and natural resources remain healthy and resilient. 

Within the Before You Burn program, DEQ plays a critical role in providing guidance related to air quality, smoke impacts, and environmentally responsible burning practices. By coordinating with fire agencies, land managers, and community partners, DEQ helps ensure that outdoor burning activities are conducted in ways that minimize harmful emissions while supporting wildfire risk reduction and public safety goals. 

This account serves as an informational and coordination resource, helping residents and agencies understand how air quality considerations intersect with outdoor burning decisions across Oregon.