Outdoor burning operations are now being allowed in the Mid-Columbia Fire and Rescue District.  Burning will be limited to between hours of 6 a.m. and 11 a.m.  MCFR Chief Bob Palmer says burn permits are available at the district office on 1400 West 8th in The Dalles, adding people still need to use caution when burning.  Residents within The Dalles city limits may only burn yard debris in a small pile as outlined on the burn permit and as allowed by municipal ordinance.  Incinerators and barrels are not allowed in the City of The Dalles.  Outside the city limits, residents can burn in a pile or in an incinerator or barrel.