Rural Metro Fire - Josephine County
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 Sep 5
High
Clouds generally forming or developing, winds and very high temperatures forecasted for the day.
Outdoor Debris Burning
Rural Metro Fire - Josephine County
Proudly serving the residents and visitors of N.E. Josephine County, Oregon since 1979.
Public Contact Information
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Websitehttps://www.ruralmetrofire.com
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Public Status Pagehttps://beforeyouburn.com/a/rural-metro-fire-department
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Email[email protected]
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Non-Emergency Phone(541) 474-1218
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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.
Boundary Map
7-Day Fire Weather Forecast
Today
Sep 5Clouds generally forming or developing, winds and very high temperatures forecasted for the day.
| Daylight | 6:43am - 7:40pm |
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| Precipitation | 81%, 0 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 21 - 97 % |
| Winds | WNW 12.3 - 17.7 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.08 m³/m³ |
| UV Index | 6.65 |
Sat
Sep 6Rain, not freezing, continuous, slight, winds and high temperatures forecasted for the day.
| Daylight | 6:44am - 7:38pm |
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| Precipitation | 74%, 1.4 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 24 - 98 % |
| Winds | WSW 11.7 - 11.6 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.08 m³/m³ |
| UV Index | 6.55 |
Sun
Sep 7Clouds generally forming or developing, and high temperatures forecasted for the day.
| Daylight | 6:45am - 7:36pm |
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| Precipitation | 20%, 0 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 22 - 96 % |
| Winds | W 8.7 - 7.8 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.08 m³/m³ |
| UV Index | 6.45 |
Mon
Sep 8Rain shower(s), slight, and high temperatures forecasted for the day.
| Daylight | 6:46am - 7:34pm |
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| Precipitation | 94%, 7.2 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 69 - 98 % |
| Winds | SW 5.3 - 13.6 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.08 m³/m³ |
| UV Index | 6.3 |
Tue
Sep 9Drizzle, not freezing, continuous, moderate, and high temperatures forecasted for the day.
| Daylight | 6:47am - 7:33pm |
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| Precipitation | 90%, 1.4 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 44 - 98 % |
| Winds | NNW 6.2 - 7.4 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.09 m³/m³ |
| UV Index | 6.35 |
Wed
Sep 10Clouds generally forming or developing, and high temperatures forecasted for the day.
| Daylight | 6:48am - 7:31pm |
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| Precipitation | 50%, 0 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 32 - 100 % |
| Winds | NNW 8.8 - 11.6 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.12 m³/m³ |
| UV Index | 5.95 |
Thu
Sep 11Cloud generally dissolving or becoming less developed, and high temperatures forecasted for the day.
| Daylight | 6:49am - 7:29pm |
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| Precipitation | 16%, 0 mm |
| Rel. Humidity | 23 - 98 % |
| Winds | NNW 7.5 - 6.3 mp/h |
| Soil Moisture | 0.12 m³/m³ |
| UV Index | 6 |
** 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
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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.
