Rural Metro Fire - Josephine County
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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1 of 1 zone is open today. Tap a zone for its burn season and status.
Burning is open.
Department Contacts
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Website https://www.ruralmetrofire.com
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Public Status Page https://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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Facebook Page https://www.facebook.com/RuralMetroFireJosephineCounty/
Boundaries
1 of 1 open- Rural Metro Fire Department (Administration Only) Burn season through Dec 31 Open
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Fine particles (PM2.5), including smoke
Air quality is satisfactory, and air pollution poses little or no risk.
Nearby monitors · last 24 hours
7-Day Fire Weather Forecast
Rural Metro Fire - Josephine County , 28353 N Main St, San Tan Valley, AZ 85143, USA7-day outlook
3 of the next 7 days rate Moderate fire weather, and none rate High.
Heat is the cause on every Moderate day. Gusts peak at 16 mph from the NE on Sun 8 Nov. Rain is most likely on Mon 9 Nov (78%).
Forecast from NOAA GFS + HRRR (noaa.gov). Soil moisture comes from the standard NOAA forecast. Fire weather ratings are Before You Burn guidance, not an official fire danger rating. Always check your agency's burn status.
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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.
