— from San Juan County Communications —
The recent rains have resulted in San Juan County moving the fire risk level to Moderate. This does not change the status of burning in the county, it is merely a risk level modification that reflects fuel moisture levels rising.
Campfires remain allowed in San Juan County.
Residential burning remains closed until the expected opening date of October 1st with a permit.
The Washington Department of Natural Resources is also downgrading the risk on DNR protected lands at this time.
For more info go to: https://www.sanjuanco.com/1088/Fire-Marshal
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