By Sharyn L. Decker
Lewis County Sirens news reporter
CHEHALIS – The Lewis County Board of Commissioners announced yesterday they would end their restrictions on outdoor burning as of 12:01 a.m. today.
A prohibition on outdoor burning was put in place in unincorporated areas of Lewis County on Aug. 2 when weather conditions created substantial fire danger. Even recreational campfires were prohibited for a period but were allowed again beginning Labor Day weekend.
Now, the board and the county fire marshal say conditions have improved.
Outdoor burning is restricted to natural vegetation from the burn site and is subject to an open burning application and permit.
Burning garbage, paper or other refuse is never allowable.
To obtain an Open Burning Application and Permit, apply on-line at http://lewiscountywa.gov/communitydevelopment/burn-permit-2 or in person at the Lewis County Fire Marshal’s office.
For further information, contact Doyle Sanford, Building Official/Fire Marshal, at 360-740-1146. The fire marshal’s office is in the Lewis County Public Services building, located at 2025 NE Kresky Avenue, Chehalis.
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