Wood Burning Restrictions
Check before you burn! It is illegal to use wood stoves or fireplaces on days when poor air quality is forecast.
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- Yellow day = Consider limiting burning
- Red day = No burning allowed
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Wood Burning Restriction Rules
If you live in Multnomah County, you cannot burn wood when poor air quality is expected. This means you may not use:
- Wood/pellet stoves
- Fireplaces
- Outdoor fire pits
- Chimineas
There are exceptions for those who must use wood to heat their homes, those with limited income, and during emergencies such as a power outage. Households with an exception should apply for an exemption each year.
Learn More: https://multco.us/info/wood-burning-restrictions