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Firing up the wood stove in Klamath Falls? Check this first. | KTVL

KLAMATH FALLS — Klamath County Public Health (KCPH) officials announce the seasonal Air Quality Advisory for woodstove heating will begin Saturday, October 15, and will end on March 15, 2023.

According to KCPH Environmental Health Administrator Lance Lindow, “Residents within the air quality zone (AQZ) help reduce local air pollution from woodstoves and fireplaces by using information provided by Klamath County Public Health. During more extreme events of air stagnation, agencies and residents outside the AQZ are also involved in the reduction of pollution by reducing or restricting burning in their area.” Tiered Plant Hanger

Firing up the wood stove in Klamath Falls? Check this first. | KTVL

To know when to burn:

Daily information is available after 8:30 a.m.

Below is a color-coded guide to assist in determining whether wood heating is allowed within the AQZ:

Firing up the wood stove in Klamath Falls? Check this first. | KTVL

Enamelled Cookers The air quality zone can be seen on the map below. For more information, call Klamath County Public Health at 541-883-1122.