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State fire marshal urges Oregonians to prepare their homes for another bad fire season
- The Oregon State Fire Marshal urged residents on May 16, 2025, to prepare homes for another challenging wildfire season in Oregon after 1.9 million acres burned last year.
- This call comes after Oregon faced an exceptionally severe wildfire season in 2024, during which homes protected by defensible space were safeguarded amid heightened risks due to dry spring conditions and fire-prone environments.
- Officials advise maintaining a defensible space by clearing combustible materials up to 100 feet from buildings, thinning and trimming trees, keeping roofs and gutters free of debris, and relocating flammable items away from structures.
- Fire Marshal Mariana Ruiz-Temple urged all residents of Oregon to actively participate in wildfire prevention efforts, noting that the state has increased local fire agency staffing, upgraded response equipment, and funded projects aimed at enhancing wildfire resilience.
- Oregon faces rapid and large wildfires that require combined efforts including defensible space, aerial firefighting, and preparedness plans, implying home protection and community involvement remain critical.
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