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<DIV><SPAN class=310312018-25032009><FONT face=Arial size=2>Despite the
continued rain and cool temperatures, we will begin smoke management forecasts
for the spring next week. The first written forecasts/instructions will be
issued Monday afternoon (March 30).</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV><SPAN class=310312018-25032009><FONT face=Arial size=2>Once it dries out
enough to allow burning, remember to get your units registered into the data
system and report your accomplishments.</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV><SPAN class=310312018-25032009><FONT face=Arial size=2>Also, note that we
are changing the method for mailing forecasts. This will allow folks in
the field to get onto, or off of, the distribution by simply visiting the link
at the bottom of the forecasts.</FONT></SPAN></DIV>
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<DIV align=left><FONT face="Bookman Old Style" color=#000080 size=2>Jim
Trost</FONT></DIV>
<DIV align=left><FONT face="Bookman Old Style" color=#000080 size=2>Meteorology
Manager</FONT></DIV>
<DIV align=left><FONT face="Bookman Old Style" color=#000080 size=2>Oregon Dept
of Forestry</FONT></DIV>
<DIV align=left><FONT face="Bookman Old Style" color=#000080 size=2>2600 State
St, Salem, OR 97310</FONT></DIV>
<DIV align=left><FONT face="Bookman Old Style" color=#000080
size=2>(503)945-7448</FONT></DIV>
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