This often includes providing surplus trucks and equipment, fire training and technical expertise. Of the more than 90,000 wildfires that burned last year, more than 70,000 burned on state and private lands. Even when every precaution is taken by firefighters, there is always a risk. People must do their part by not carelessly causing fires and by taking measures to protect their families and property. This will reduce risk and save lives.
Information is available for homeowners on how to protect their homes from wildfire.
For details, contact a local fire department, state forestry agency, or a local Forest Service office. Without significant rainfall, fires will continue to burn actively. Although severe drought conditions are predicted for northeast Oregon, closer to normal temperature and precipitation readings are forecasted for the rest of the region. Drought conditions are reflected for central and southern California. Otherwise, above average temperatures and normal precipitation is expected.