Outdoor burning rules in Oceanside, CA — also called the burn ban, open burning, or fire restriction ordinance — set when you can burn yard waste, debris, or run a recreational fire.
SDAPCD Rule 80.1 regulates all outdoor burning in San Diego County including Oceanside. Open burning of yard waste and debris is prohibited. CAL FIRE suspends burn permits during fire season, typically June through October.
San Diego Air Pollution Control District Regulation VI (Rule 80.1) governs all outdoor burning in Oceanside and San Diego County. Open burning of refuse, yard waste, and debris is prohibited in urbanized areas. CAL FIRE routinely suspends residential burn permits during dry conditions, typically June through October. Agricultural and prescribed burns require advance SDAPCD permits and are subject to daily burn/no-burn declarations. Beach bonfires at designated fire rings (Harbor Beach has 24 fire rings near the North Jetty) are permitted but subject to city regulations. All beach fires are prohibited between 11 PM and 6 AM. Any outdoor burning during Red Flag Warnings is strictly prohibited.
Illegal burning: up to $1,000 fine and/or 6 months jail under PRC §4423. SDAPCD violations carry additional fines. Beach fire violations: citation.
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