Council Creek Fire

Douglas Forest Protection Association  

On Tuesday, October 25, 2022, at approximately 1:35 pm, crews from the Douglas Forest Protective Association (DFPA) and Riddle Fire Protection District responded to an escaped debris pile burn located on Council Creek Rd., in Riddle, OR. Upon arrival, rural responders took immediate action and had the 2-acre fire quickly extinguished. DFPA performed mop-up and had the area cleared by 3 pm. 

This is a great reminder that even though the Douglas District is no longer in fire season, fires can still happen. Please exercise caution when burning yard debris or when using fire in the woods. 

 When burning yard debris, make sure to have an adequate fire trail around the pile before ignition begins and have fire tools and a water supply at the burn site. 

Debris piles should never be left unattended and should be fully extinguished before leaving the area. 

If a debris burn escapes containment, the responsible party may be held FINANCIALLY responsible for the resulting fire suppression costs and associated damages.