The Linn County Fire Defense Board – representing the fire agencies of Albany, Brownsville, Halsey-Shedd, Harrisburg, Lebanon, Scio, Sweet Home and Tangent – has announced a delay in the start of the fall outdoor burning season. Originally set for Oct. 1, the new start date will be Oct. 15. This decision was made in collaboration with the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) due to ongoing fire safety concerns.
The 2024 fire season has been one…