A set of standardized fire danger adjectives have been developed for fire warnings. These adjectives include a brief description of burning conditions, open burning suggestions for homeowners and fire crew staffing levels. Residents should always check with their local fire department or District Forester for local burning conditions. Low Fire Danger Open burning is usually safe with proper containers and precautions under low fire danger conditions. However, residents should always check on local ordinances that prohibit open burning under any conditions.
Escaped fires are easy to extinguish.
No fire crew staffing is planned for low fire danger conditions. Moderate Fire Danger Open burning is usually safe with the proper precautions under moderate fire danger conditions. Burning should be done in the early morning and late evening to avoid windier conditions at midday. Escaped fires can be contained with proper fire-fighting equipment. Partial fire crew staffing is planned for moderate fire danger.