The Washington Department of Natural Resources (DNR) announced today that fire danger ratings have increased, resulting in burn restrictions in northeast Washington. Also, additional restrictions have been placed on some industrial operations on forestland.
DNR, in cooperation with local fire departments and districts, has placed restrictions on the type of silvicultural burns that are allowed on DNR-protected lands.
Effective midnight, June 30th, the following changes will be implemented:
• In Okanogan, Spokane, Lincoln, Pend Oreille, and Fire Districts 1 and 2 in Stevens County, the fire danger rating will increase to ‘high.’ All burning will be prohibited, and campfires will be allowed only in approved campfire rings.
• In Ferry County and Stevens County outside of Fire District 1 and 2, the fire danger rating will increase to ‘moderate’ with no restrictions placed on rule burning or campfires.
• Industrial Fire Precaution Level (IFPL) Zone 684 will be raised to a ‘2’ which results in some restricted industrial operations.
Before burning, check local conditions and restrictions by calling 1-800-323-BURN (2876) or going to http://fortress.wa.gov/dnr/firedanger .
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