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Rural Metro Fire - Josephine County

Rural Metro Fire - Josephine County

Current Conditions

LOCAL FIRE WEATHER Jun 29

Rural Metro Fire - Josephine County
Clear
99°F
59°F

High

Cloud development not observed or not observable, winds and very high temperatures forecasted for the day.

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Rural Metro Fire - Josephine County

Proudly serving the residents and visitors of N.E. Josephine County, Oregon since 1979.

Rural Metro Fire Department (RMFD), covering 250 square miles in Josephine & Jackson Counties (Oregon) including the areas of Camp Joy, Fort Vannoy, Galice, Grants Pass, Main, Merlin, Murphy, New Hope, Redwood, Rogue River Valley, Sunny Valley, Wilderville & Wonder.

Rural Metro Fire Department began operations in Josephine County in 1979.

Rural Metro Fire Department, established in 1948 with operations including unincorporated communities around the nation, including Alabama, Arizona, California, Colorado, Florida, Illinois, Kansas, Louisiana, Minnesota, New Jersey, New York, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Tennessee and Texas.

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7-Day Fire Weather Forecast

Rural Metro Fire - Josephine County , 28353 N Main St, San Tan Valley, AZ 85143, USA

Today

Jun 29
98.9°F 59.2°F
Clear
High Fire Conditions

Cloud development not observed or not observable, winds and very high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 5:39am - 8:54pm
Precipitation 0%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 21 - 65 %
Winds NNW 12.5 - 23.9 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.08 m³/m³
UV Index 8.1

Mon

Jun 30
99.2°F 68°F
Cloudy
High Fire Conditions

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

Daylight 5:39am - 8:54pm
Precipitation 3%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 22 - 60 %
Winds N 13.9 - 22.6 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.08 m³/m³
UV Index 8.2

Tue

Jul 1
92.7°F 62.5°F
Cloudy
High Fire Conditions

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

Daylight 5:40am - 8:54pm
Precipitation 4%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 26 - 64 %
Winds N 13.4 - 21.5 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.08 m³/m³
UV Index 8.1

Wed

Jul 2
86.6°F 51.1°F
Cloudy
Moderate Fire Conditions

Clouds generally forming or developing, winds and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 5:40am - 8:53pm
Precipitation 1%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 22 - 86 %
Winds NNW 12.7 - 13.2 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.08 m³/m³
UV Index 8.05

Thu

Jul 3
83.7°F 48.6°F
Cloudy
Moderate Fire Conditions

Clouds generally forming or developing, winds and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 5:41am - 8:53pm
Precipitation 3%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 22 - 98 %
Winds N 10.3 - 11.6 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.08 m³/m³
UV Index 8.05

Fri

Jul 4
84.5°F 46.3°F
Cloudy
Moderate Fire Conditions

Clouds generally forming or developing, winds and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 5:42am - 8:53pm
Precipitation 4%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 17 - 74 %
Winds NNW 10.3 - 11.4 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.08 m³/m³
UV Index 7.6

Sat

Jul 5
89.6°F 45.1°F
Clear
Moderate Fire Conditions

Cloud development not observed or not observable, and high temperatures forecasted for the day.

Daylight 5:42am - 8:53pm
Precipitation 2%, 0 mm
Rel. Humidity 15 - 81 %
Winds NNW 9.9 - 10.7 mp/h
Soil Moisture 0.07 m³/m³
UV Index 7.7

** Yellow or Red highlights indicates more dangerous fire weather conditions. Please verify burning status with your local fire agency.

Weather source: noaa.gov. Updated Jun 29 9:32pm.

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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.

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