fire hazard level

Chelan County will implement Stage 2 fire restrictions in all unincorporated areas within its jurisdiction on Friday (July 26). Stage 1 restrictions have already been in place in the County for several months, and spokesperson, Jill FitzSimmons, says the upgrade will bring several important changes...

Restrictions were extended into Oct. 15, due to ongoing dry conditions and lack of rain.

The Chelan County fire marshal is temporarily extending the current fire ratings and restrictions for an extra two weeks, or until wildfire conditions ease.  County Code requires travel and activity restrictions related to wildfires expire on October 1st, but the fire marshall has an option to change that deadline.  ...