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King County Fire Marshal Calls for Burn Ban Starting Monday

New rules for outdoor burning will continue through Sept. 30.

The King County Fire Marshal has imposed a fire-safety burn ban, which begins Monday, Aug. 8,  at 8 a.m. It will be in effect through Sept. 30.

This ban is prompted by ground conditions and forecasts calling for continued dry weather.

This Phase 1 burn ban applies to all outdoor burning except for small recreational fires in established fire pits at approved campgrounds or private property with the owner’s permission.  These fires must:

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  • Be built in a metal or concrete fire pit, such as those typically found in designated campgrounds;
  • Grow no larger than 3 feet across;
  • Be located in a clear spot free from any vegetation for at least 10 feet in a horizontal direction, including a 20-foot vertical clearance from overhanging branches; and
  • Be attended at all times by an alert individual with immediate access to a shovel and either five gallons of water or a connected and charged water hose.

The use of gas and propane self-contained stoves and barbeques will continue to be allowed under the ban. 

For more information on local fire restrictions, the public can call 1-800-323-BURN or visit the King County Fire Marshal Services web site by clicking here.

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For information about air quality burn bans from the Puget Sound Clean Air Agency, click here.

*Editor's Note: Information in this report was provided by the King County Department of Development and Environmental Services.


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