Umatilla National Forest moves to Phase A Public Use Restrictions

COLUMBIA/GARFIELD Counties–The Umatilla National Forest Service moved to Public Use Restrictions Phase A as of July 11, 2023.

Due to the increased fire danger and dry weather conditions, Phase A of the Public Use Restrictions (PURS) for smoking, off-road travel, and chainsaw has gone into effect in the Umatilla National Forest at July 11. Phase A is the first level of restrictions, implemented whe...