High Fire Risk Means Extra Care
Jefferson County is officially under a High Fire Hazard declaration starting June 18, 2025. The alert is supported by the County Fire Marshal and highlights the growing wildfire risk in our area.
A countywide burn ban is in effect through September 30, which prohibits wood or charcoal fires, fireworks, exploding targets, incendiary ammunition, firearm discharge on unimproved county lands, tiki-style torches, or any open flame devices. Enclosed flame usage, such as UL-listed wood pellet-fed or propane BBQ grills and smokers, or charcoal grills, are allowed at a place of residence only.
Minimizing fire potential is key for the PUD. Please report tree line contact via our online reporting tool on jeffpud.org or by emailing: vegetation@jeffpud.org.
To learn more about Jefferson PUD’s tree trimming guidelines and FAQ, click here.
Jefferson PUD produced a wildfire mitigation plan in 2024 which can be viewed here.
Fire Safety Around the Home
Creating defensible space around your property is one of the most important ways to protect your home and community. That means keeping grass trimmed, clearing away brush near the home, and ensuring large trees are spaced apart and away from the home. Embers from trees account for over 90% of structure fire ignitions.
Maintaining clear access to the meter on your home and around padmount transformers is essential. Proactive maintenance can protect your home and ensure that PUD staff has access should an emergency occur.
With the right preparations, we can all help minimize fire hazards and have a safe summer.