— from Jim Schuh for Orcas Fire and Rescue —
Due to the recent rains in the state the San Juan County Fire Marshal’s Office is cancelling the burn ban for recreational camp fires. This means that campfires in fire bowls or pits two foot in diameter are once again allowed in San Juan County.
Please remember that campfires are to be ignited with only dry firewood, not scrap wood or yard debris. Please also remember to put the fires “dead out” with water when you will be leaving them unattended.
The commercial and residential burn permits will open October 2, 2017. Online and in person permit sales at Station 21 will be available at 8:00am, Monday October 2, 2017.
Have a great Fall and stay safe.
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Can anyone tell me the reason for the ban on burning clean, dry, unpainted scrap wood & yard debris? There must be one.