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0 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation | Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED » NEWS NOW Another wolf makes its way into Southern Oregon ... Our View: Let Medford voters decide on marijuana sales ... Reopening of the Siskiyou Line means trucking companies will take a hit ... Another wolf makes its way into Southern Oregon ... Our View: Let Medford voters decide on marijuana sales ... Reopening of the Siskiyou Line means trucking companies will take a hit ... SINCE YOU ASKED Since You Asked: Fire pits are legal, with some limits Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Jul. 17, 2015 at 5:12 PM Updated Jul 17, 2015 at 5:13 PM Posted Jul. 17, 2015 at 5:12 PM Updated Jul 17, 2015 at 5:13 PM » Social News Now that we are experiencing a respite from the triple-digit temperatures, I was wondering whether using a backyard fire pit (metal, enclosed, lid, etc.) is permitted in residential neighborhoods during fire season? — Connie, Central Point Yes, you can use a fire pit, Connie, but that doesn't automatically apply to everyone in the valley. You should also be aware if the fire gets out of control, you could be held liable for any damages. We checked in with Myron Harvey, battalion chief with Fire District 3, who said backyard fire pits are allowed year round anywhere in District 3, which encompasses Eagle Point, White City, Sams Valley, Central Point and surrounding rural areas. “Recreational fires are allowed year round as long as they remain under constant supervision and do not pose threat of unintended spread,” according to the fire district’s website. Harvey offered an additional caveat: “If sparks go somewhere else other than your residential area, you’re responsible.” Burn piles and barrel burns are not allowed this time of the year, however. We checked in with Medford Fire-Rescue and discovered that in Medford you can have a freestanding fire pit, but fire officials urge caution during the summer months. A fire pit that is dug into the ground does require a permit. Outdoor barbecues are allowed in Medford without a permit. Send questions to “Since You Asked,” Mail Tribune Newsroom, P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501; by fax to 541-776-4376; or by email to [email protected]. To see a collection of columns, go to mailtribune.com/youasked . We’re sorry, but the volume of questions received prevents us from answering all of them. MailTribune.com Writer Posted Jul. 17, 2015 at 5:12 PM Updated Jul 17, 2015 at 5:13 PM » Comment or view comments Reader Reaction » STAY INFORMED Email NewsLetter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... Business Name address Location, ST | website.com Find Southern Oregon Attractions Bars Restaurants Beauty Salons Entertainment Doctors Medical Specialists Contractors Education Lawn Services Lawyers Shopping Travel Tanning Used Cars Wedding Services ▼ Add your business here + Events Calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site Stay Informed Email newsletter Sign Up Today Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2015 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy | Terms of Service | Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. MailTribune.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501