The Multnomah County Fire Defense Board announced the Summer Burn Ban is now in effect starting Monday, June 15, 2026 for all areas of Multnomah County, including Wood Village, Troutdale, Fairview, Gresham, and Multnomah County Fire District 10, due to hot, dry weather conditions and increased fire danger across the region.
The burn ban includes:
- Backyard burning
- Recreational campfires and fire pits
- Agricultural burning, including agricultural wastes, field burning, and any previously permitted open burning such as land clearing, slash, stump, or debris burning
The ban will remain in effect throughout the summer until the fall weather allows a return to permitted open burning. To check detailed restrictions or permit requirements for Gresham, Troutdale, Wood Village, Fairview and Fire District 10, contact the Burn Information Line at (503) 618-3083.
Outdoor cooking using grills, smokers, and other cooking appliances fueled by charcoal, wood chips, pellets, propane, or natural gas is still allowed with extreme caution. When using charcoal briquettes, dispose of ashes only in covered metal containers away from combustibles. Keep ashes soaked in water for several days before final disposal.
Additional Safety Reminders:
- Maintain at least 10 feet between any outdoor cooking and combustible materials (e.g., siding, fences, shrubs.)
- Smokers should fully extinguish cigarettes before discarding them.
- Rural property owners are urged to maintain wildfire defensible space around structures, reduce dry vegetation, and ensure emergency vehicle access.
About the Multnomah County Fire Defense Board:
The Multnomah County Fire Defense Board is composed of fire chiefs from all county fire agencies. It coordinates planning, prevention, and mutual aid efforts in partnership with the Oregon Department of the State Fire Marshal. The Board also plays a critical role in mobilizing resources when incidents exceed local capacity.