PORTLAND, OR (KPTV) -
The Portland Fire Marshal has issued a total ban of all outdoor burning in the city, effective immediately.
All outdoor burning, including recreational fires, is prohibited within the city of Portland beginning Thursday.
This ban is based on weather conditions and community fire safety needs and will remain in effect until weather and fire danger conditions improve.
Citations may be issued to those who violate the order.
Cooking on propane or charcoal grills is still allowed.
Recreational fires, campfires and fires in outdoor fireplaces are not allowed during this burning ban.
A similar ban was issued Thursday for Gresham, as well.
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