QUICK FACTS Location: Grants Pass, Oregon Advisory end date: Friday, Nov. 6, 2026, in the evening Smoke sources: Prescribed and local burns ** Información en español** The Oregon Department of Environmental Quality issued an air quality advisory on Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026, for Josephine county. Residents should expect intermittent smoke from prescribed and local burns until at least Friday, Nov. 6, 2026, in the evening. Smoke levels can change rapidly depending on weather. Check current conditions on the Oregon Smoke Information Blog , DEQ’s Air Quality Index , or by downloading the free OregonAIR app on your smartphone. Smoke can irritate the eyes and lungs and worsen some medical conditions. People most at risk include infants and young children, people with heart or lung disease, older adults and pregnant people. Protect yourself and your family when smoke levels are high: Stay inside if possible. Keep windows and doors closed. If it’s too hot, run air conditioning on recirculate o...