Grant County Commissioners says they are reviewing the weather forecasts for this weekend and are asking residents to be extremely cautious with campfires, fireworks, safety chains on towed vehicles, and other possible ignition sources.
County code does permit an emergency ban on sale and discharge of fireworks, but as now, they are not implementing one
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There were several fire calls throughout Chelan and Douglas Counties, including near Hale Park in Wenatchee, and the Hot Rod Cafe in Monitor along with smoke checks and illegal burn.
The Chelan County Sheriff's Department also responded to approximately 70 fireworks complaints beginning just after midnight Saturday according to a log provided by Rivercom
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Many folks will be spending the holiday weekend in the great outdoors.
Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest Public Affairs Officer Robin DeMario says this is one of their busiest weekends and the campgrounds are expected to be full.
"If camping in dispersed areas please pack home your trash
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Our nation celebrates its 242nd birthday on Wednesday. Here's where you can find some family fun and fireworks shows.
Pybus Market: Festivities begin at 8:00 a.m. with the 4th of July River Run. Breakfast of Heroes is from 7-10 a.m. Cherry Pit Spit contest starts at noon...