fire hazard

Beginning tomorrow (Friday, August 4), fire restrictions will increase to a Stage 2 level in parts of Chelan County. The change affects the area known as the Chelan County Valley Zone, which includes all unincorporated lands within the boundaries of fire districts 1, 5, 6, 7, and 8...

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

Chelan County is moving to a Stage 2 designation, which will be set in place for both valley and mountain zones.

Commissioners unanimously approved the changes Monday, which are not directly connected to the current Excessive Heat Warning in place for most of the area.

Recreational campfires are now allowed in most all of Chelan County after a reduction in fire risk levels. County commissioners have lowered the fire hazard in the Valley Zone from “very high” to “high”, which matches a policy already in place in the Mountain zone. The new change mean ...

With holiday season officially here, houses will soon be adorned in festive lights, wreaths and the seasonal centerpiece, a Christmas tree. The State Fire Marshal's office reminds folks while Christmas trees, candles and decorations are all part of the Christmas spirit, these elements can also create safety hazards...