Fire Season Ends in Mendocino Next Monday

Cal Fire Mendocino Press Release:

Due to increased relative humidity recoveries and lower temperatures CAL FIRE Mendocino Unit Chief Christopher P. Rowney has declared the 2013 Fire Season in Mendocino County will end Monday, November 11, 2013 at 12:01A.M.

This year on State Responsibility land in Mendocino County there were 147 wildland fires burning approximately 371 acres. In addition to the 147 wildland fires, CAL FIRE, along with local fire departments, responded to 112 structure fires and 595 other fires.

Winter burning season will also begin Monday, November 11, 2013 at 12:01A.M. CAL FIRE will not require burning permits until approximately May 1, 2014. Residents are reminded that BURNING MUST COMPLY WITH MENDOCINO COUNTY AIR QUALITY REGLUATIONS. For more information or to obtain a burn permit visit the MCQAMD web site at www.mendoair.org or call the District office at (707) 463-4354. Recorded Burn Day status is available 24/7 on the Burn Information Line at (707) 463-4391.

Cooler temperatures and rainfall alone do not prevent fires from escaping control. Landowners are responsible for safely burning outdoors and maintaining control at all times. For tips on safe burning visit the CAL FIRE website at www.fire.ca.gov or check with your local agency.

Chief Rowney encourages all residents to take advantage of the cooler months ahead and prepare your home for the 2014 fire season by creating 100 feet of defensible space around your home. Detailed information on defensible space is available on our website at www.fire.ca.gov or contact CAL FIRE Mendocino Unit Headquarters at (707) 459-7414.