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  • Fire restrictions cause closures

    Aug 11, 2017

    Closures include a large section of the Aufderheide Scenic Byway (FS Road 19) Wildfires and extreme fire danger have prompted new fire restrictions and closures on the Willamette National Forest. A campfire ban will go into effect across the Willamette National Forest on Saturday, August 12, due to increased fire danger. This temporary ban prohibits all campfires, even in developed sites and in campfire rings. The use of chainsaws and generators is banned and smoking is also prohibited, except in vehicles, trailers, and developed recreation...