The preparation you’ve done for your household and neighborhood will make a huge difference in how affected they are by a wildfire or other natural disaster.
That being said, how you initially respond to a disaster can also have large impact on the outcome. Every minute counts.
Make sure you are signed up to receive emergency notifications in Jackson and/or Josephine County so that you can take action immediately. Know your evacuation levels and check the genasys protect site for updates regarding the evacuation notices .
Below you will find additional tools and resources that you can use to effectively and efficiently respond when disaster does strike.
To report a Fire during Fire Season or to report an Uncontrolled Fire
- Call 911 (with an accurate address and/or location)
Unsure if it’s a wildfire? Check Burn Day Status!
- Jackson County: 541-776-7007
- Josephine County: 541-476-9663 or 541-899-1050
Current fire restrictions
- Oregon Department of Forestry Fire Restrictions Directory
Reporting unauthorized burns or equipment use
Violation of State Burn Restrictions?
- Let the Department of Environmental Quality know: (888) 997-7888, or online here.
Spot burning on a county designated ‘no burn’ day?
Questions regarding a prescribed burn?
- Get in touch with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF)
Evacuation Zones
- Use the Genasys Protect site (or download the app) to receive real time notifications about your evacuation zone from local emergency managers
- State of Oregon Evacuation Information
- Jackson County Fire Maps & Evacuation Zones
Weather
Air Quality
Fire Mapping
