FORT JONES FIRE NEWS RELEASE
FORT JONES CITY HAS LIFTED BURN BAN

Residential burning is permitted, effective 8:00 a.m. Monday, October 25, 2021 on permitted burn days.

While cooler temperatures and recent precipitation have helped to diminish the threat of wildfire, you must still use caution when burning. Residents must use caution while conducting debris burns, follow all guidelines, and always maintain control of their fire.

For any questions, please contact the Fort Jones Fire Department at 530-468-2261 or City Hall at 530-468-2281

For burn day information please call the Siskiyou County Burn Day information line at (530) 842-8123

All burning within the city limits requires a burn permit and adherence to permit guidelines. Permits can be obtained at the Fort Jones Fire Department or by visiting https://burnpermit.fire.ca.gov/

For residents outside the city limits please contact your local fire protection agency for more information.

For additional information on how to create Defensible Space, as well as tips to prevent wildfires, visit www.ReadyForWildfire.org