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1 week agoBurn Day Information
Residential burning is suspended by Cal Fire until further notice. Ag and Non-Ag burning requires a valid burn permit and prior authorization before ignition. Burn hours today are from 1-hour after sunrise until sunset. Do not burn in windy conditions.
Call 530-842-8123 for burn day status or toll-free within Siskiyou County 866-652-2876
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Burn Day Information
Starting June 15, 2026, Residential Burn Permits are suspended by Cal Fire.
Residential burning is suspended by Cal Fire until further notice.
Agricultural and Non-Agricultural burning is still allowed only with the proper burn permit and fire official authorization prior to ignition.
Contact the municipalities listed under City Residential Burning Information below for their residential burning restrictions.
County Residential Burning:
The Air Pollution Control District (APCD) does not issue burn permits for residential burning.
Cal Fire does require permits for agricultural and non-agricultural burning during the fire season. Local fire departments and municipalities may also require permits seasonally or year-round.
City Residential Burning Information:
Before you burn check with your local Fire Official or City Hall for residential burning restrictions. The following cities require residential burn permits year-round: Dorris, Etna, Ft Jones, McCloud, Montague, Mt Shasta, Weed, Yreka.
Residential burning is prohibited in: Lake Shastina and Tulelake.
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