August 3rd, 12:05 PM
— 12:15 PM
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory until further notice.
For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region
combined with forecasted conditions may cause air quality to reach
unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health problems.
Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it is smoky.
Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung condition.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
August 8th, 7:36 PM
— 11:30 AM
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory until further notice.
For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region
combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach
unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
August 7th, 9:42 AM
— 9:30 AM
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfire
smoke.
* WHERE...Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties.
* WHEN...UNTIL NOON PDT MONDAY.
* IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some
medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects
include infants, young children, people with heart or lung
disease, older adults, and pregnant women.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on
weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information
Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free
OregonAIR app on your smartphone.
August 7th, 9:17 AM
— 9:30 AM
* WHAT...High concentration of smoke particulates from wildfire
smoke.
* WHERE...Baker, Harney, and Malheur Counties.
* WHEN...UNTIL NOON PDT TODAY.
* IMPACTS...Smoke can irritate the eyes, lungs and worsen some
medical conditions. People most at risk to adverse health effects
include infants, young children, people with heart or lung
disease, older adults, and pregnant women.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on
weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information
Blog, DEQ's Air Quality Index, or by downloading the free
OregonAIR app on your smartphone.
August 5th, 2:33 PM
— August 12th, 5:00 AM
Oregon Department of Environmental Quality has issued an Air Quality
Advisory until further notice.
For the Smoke Air Quality Advisory, wildfires burning in the region
combined with forecasted conditions will cause air quality to reach
unhealthy levels.
Pollutants in smoke can cause burning eyes, runny nose, aggravate
heart and lung diseases, and aggravate other serious health
problems. Limit outdoor activities and keep children indoors if it
is smoky. Please follow medical advice if you have a heart or lung
condition.
An Air Quality Advisory for elevated levels of ozone pollution, or
smog, is in effect for Hermiston in Umatilla County. Ozone pollution
is expected to reach levels that could be unhealthy for sensitive
groups, including children, pregnant people, older adults and people
with heart or respiratory conditions. DEQ expected the Air Quality
Advisory to last until 10 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6, 2026.
For additional information...please visit the Web site at
http://www.oregon.gov/DEQ
Malheur National Forest
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Malheur National Forest
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Malheur National Forest
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Malheur National Forest
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Malheur National Forest
Applies to Blue Mountain Ranger District and Prairie City Ranger District on the North portion of the Malheur National Forest, [Including the Monument Rock Wilderness area and Strawberry Wilderness area(s)].
Malheur National Forest
These prohibitions apply to Blue Mountain Ranger District and Prairie City Ranger District on the North portion of the Malheur National Forest, [Including the Monument Rock Wilderness area and Strawberry Wilderness area(s)].
Malheur National Forest
Camping on the Umatilla, Wallowa-Whitman, and Malheur National Forests for a period longer than 14 consecutive days within any 30-day period. 36 CFR § 261.58(a)
Malheur National Forest
This Closure is necessary to facilitate emergency repairs to roads and bridges within the Emigrant Creek Ranger District. Road maintenance on the Emigrant Creek Ranger District will commence on Monday, April 20, 2026. The Stancliff bridge must be closed to protect the public during the repair…
Ochoco National Forest
This Order describes acts that are prohibited upon lands, roads and trails within the National Forest System administered by the Forest Service Pacific Northwest Region in regards to alcoholic beverages.
Ochoco National Forest
This Order prohibits 1) possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic invasive animal species AND 2) prohibits possessing, storing, or transporting any aquatic or riparian invasive plant species - on National Forest System lands in the Pacific Northwest Region as specified in the Order.
Ochoco National Forest
This Order prohibits unloading, storing, or using any straw, hay, grain, seed, or other forage or mulch products that are not state-certified weed free on the National Forest System lands, roads or trails in any Closure Area as specific in the Order. Some examples of these include hay bales, hay…
Ochoco National Forest
Fireworks and explosives (including explosive targets) are always prohibited on national forest lands. The prohibition of fireworks and exploding targets on national forest system lands is part of a set of permanent fire safety regulations in the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), listed below.…
Ochoco National Forest
The Ochoco National Forest has implemented an area and road closure for a portion of the Maury Mountains on the Lookout Mountain Ranger District due to hazards and hazardous conditions created as a result of the Coyote Fire. The closure is necessary to protect the public and provide a safe…
Ochoco National Forest
A portion of the Lookout Mountain and Paulina Ranger Districts are closed to public access and entry due to hazards and hazardous conditions created as a result of the Rowe Creek Complex.
Ochoco National Forest
Stage 2 Public Use Restriction Take Effect Sat. July 25Due to continued hot weather, extremely dry vegetation, and significant wildfire activity, the Deschutes National Forest, Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River National Grassland, and Prineville District Bureau of Land Management (BLM) will…
Ochoco National Forest
(Prineville, OR., July 25, 2026, at 4:00PM) The Ochoco National Forest has expanded the emergency area closures due to the critical fire activity on the National Forest Lands. The closures are necessary to protect the public and provide a safe environment for firefighters. All National Forest…
Ochoco National Forest
A portion of the Crooked River National Grassland is closed to public access and entry due to hazards and hazardous conditions created as a result of the Akawa Butte and Bench Fire's.The closures are necessary to protect the public and provide a safe environment for firefighters. All National…
Ochoco National Forest
The Ochoco National Forest and Crooked River Grassland encourages people recreating on the national forest to be aware of potential blue-green algae blooms on lakes and reservoirs as the weather warms. Not all algae in lakes and reservoirs is blue-green algae. Learn to tell the difference between…
Ochoco National Forest
The Wiley Flat Campground is currently closed due to hazards and hazardous conditions created as a result of the Wiley Flat fire of 2024. The closure includes all developed sites, roads, trails, and facilities within the campground boundary. View Map.
Ochoco National Forest
Camping or otherwise occupying a single location (including leaving camping equipment and/or related supplies) for a period longer than 14 consecutive calendar days is PROHIBITED on the Ochoco National Forest & Crooked River National Grassland.
Ochoco National Forest
Each year, prescribed burning is done in the spring and fall to improve forest health and protect communities. Visit our Prescribed Fire in Central Oregon page to learn more.