Your Northwest Forests

01/28/2026

09/24/2025

Fall has arrived, but fire season isn’t over. Even as temperatures cool, wildfire risks remain active across the region.

With light winds and warmer conditions in the forecast, moderate fire behavior is still possible.

Some fire restrictions on national forests have been lifted, but caution is still essential. Human-caused wildfires continue to pose a threat. Your actions matter; help prevent wildfires by doing your part.

09/18/2025

Warmer and drier weather conditions will temporarily increase fire behavior potential; however, the risk of new significant fire starts remains low.

Initial attack operations are expected to continue due to recent lightning activity.

The Northwest remains the top national priority behind initial attack and emerging incidents.

09/10/2025

Cooler weather and rainfall have helped moderate fire potential, however, the potential for active fire behavior remains in areas that haven’t received meaningful rainfall.

Fire managers continuously evaluate resources to ensure adequate initial attack response and reallocate resources to higher priority incidents as necessary.

Cooler weather has arrived, but fire season is still here. Continue to do your part to prevent human-caused wildfires.

09/05/2025

Warmer weather and thunderstorm activity has elevated fire behavior across the Pacific Northwest. As sustained high temperatures dry out fuels, hold over fires - fires that can go undetected for days after lightning strikes - are becoming more active. This increase in activity has led to a rise in initial attack efforts.

For more information visit https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/newsroom/releases/rising-temperatures-increase-fire-activity-across-northwest

09/03/2025

With rising temperatures and increased thunderstorm activity, wildfire risk remains elevated across the region. Initial attack resources remain ready and prepared to respond to new fires.​

​There are currently eight large wildfires affecting National Forest lands in the Pacific Northwest.​

Stay alert and help prevent wildfires. Every action counts in reducing human caused fire starts.

08/27/2025

⚠️Heat advisories and reg flag warnings are in effect throughout the Pacific Northwest Region this week.

⚡️Abundant lightning and dry, breezy conditions along and adjacent to the Cascades may produce new fire starts.

❗️Most National Forest land in Oregon and Washington is at high to extreme fire danger.

ℹ️ For air quality forecasts and tips for protecting your family from smoke, visit https://www.airnow.gov

08/22/2025

🔥 WE'RE HIRING: Wildland Fire Positions 🔥

The Pacific Northwest and Alaska Regions are looking for dedicated individuals to join our team!

You'll play a critical role in our fire program, protecting communities and supporting forest health in Oregon, Washington, and Alaska.

If you're committed to teamwork, public service and fire management, we want to hear from you.

🌲OPEN POSITIONS:
• GW-7/8 Engine Captain
• GW- 8/9 Air Tactical Group Supervisor
• Many, many more!

📍 LOCATIONS:
• Alaska
• Oregon
• Washington

💻 ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS
• Apply here: USAJobs.gov
• Deadline to apply is Sept. 23, 2025.

ℹ️ LEARN MORE

Learn more about the Pacific Northwest and Alaska Regions by visiting our website at https://www.fs.usda.gov/r06/working-with-us/careers. For benefits, information about working in wildland fire, or more information about the USDA Forest Service, visit www.fs.usda.gov.

08/21/2025

Restoring Oregon’s Oak Forests

The USDA Forest Service and Oregon Department of Forestry are partnering to restore 1,350 acres of oak habitat in the southern Willamette Valley. This $750,000 investment will reduce wildfire risk, improve wildlife habitat, and support healthier forests for generations to come.

Oak woodlands are among Oregon’s most threatened ecosystems — and among its most valuable. They provide critical habitat, cultural significance, and natural resilience to wildfire.

This project is part of the Forest Service’s Landscape Scale Restoration program, which funds collaborative, science-based forest restoration efforts nationwide.

In FY25, the program is investing $7 million across 19 projects.
Learn more about Landscape Scale Restoration projects here:

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08/20/2025

Warmer and drier weather returns to Oregon and Washington this week. As fuels continue to dry, the potential for large wildfires increases. ​
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Pacific Northwest firefighting resources remain staffed and ready, even as crews are supporting wildfire response efforts across the country.​

Do your part to prevent human-caused wildfires by following local fire restrictions.

08/13/2025

Currently, two large fires are impacting national forest lands in the Pacific Northwest.

High winds are expected across much of Central Oregon and Washington today, creating conditions where new wildfires can spread rapidly.

Loose trailer chains and worn or underinflated tires can throw sparks that ignite roadside wildfires. Before heading
out, check your trailer chains,
and tire condition to prevent wildfires.

08/08/2025

As August begins, fire weather forecasters predict higher than average temperatures will continue to dry fuels in the region and, along with lightning, cause numerous natural fire starts across Oregon and Washington.

Since the end of May, fire managers in the Pacific Northwest have engaged in fighting 53 large fires covering just over 200,000 acres, including National Forest lands.

Through initial and extended attack firefighters work to keep fires small, as they did with last week’s starts from lightning in central, south-central and eastern Oregon. However, without significant cooling and rain, communities should anticipate more large fires on the landscape in August and September.