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Fire Bans and River Closures in Central Oregon | Bend News
Central Oregon’s mountains are under a Red Flag Warning from 11 AM to 11 PM on August 1st, with 40 mph winds and 15% humidity—making fires spread fast. Recreational fires and shooting are banned during this window, though briquettes, propane grills, and pellet smokers are allowed if used carefully. Once the warning ends, you can resume campfires and shooting—if you’ve been compliant. Other agencies nearby are also imposing similar restrictions, so always check local rules. Meanwhile, insurance companies are pausing wildfire-related cancellations as firefighters battle worsening conditions—a…
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