If you are burning any type of wood in an outdoor setting within our jurisdiction , you must first obtain a burn permit from CalFire in Running Springs.

Running Springs Fire Station 51 houses a CalFire crew; Permits can be obtained by residents during normal business hours Monday through Friday. Station 51 is located at 31250 Hilltop Blvd, Running Springs, 92382

Burn Permits do not cost residents to obtain.

Burn Permits are issued along with fire safety educational material as well as helpful tips for having a safe fire outdoors. Due to the past and current historical drought conditions that have plauged Southern California communities, it is extremely imparitive that certain atmospheric conditions are met prior to having an outdoor fire. When embers from firepits escape and land into nearby parched vegetation, combined with low relative humidity and a small breeze, a tiny ember can turn into a forest fire in a matter of minutes costing taxpayers millions of dollars. Educating the public on fire safety and proper extinguishment of a fire, among other topics is the goal of requiring members of the public to obtain these permits. Our focus through education is the prevention of a devastating wildfire in our community.

If your question is of a non-emergency nature, you can contact Station 271 at (909) 867 - 3479 or the Running Springs Fire Department both during normal business hours.