Fire Restrictions Removed For Many Washington Lands
On Tuesday, the Bureau of Land Management and Bureau of Reclamation in Washington announced they had lifted the restrictions thanks to a reduction in fire levels.
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Northwest Projects Receive Funds To Reduce Wildfire Risk
On Tuesday, the USDA announced that the Forest Service is investing $200 million in 58 projects through the Community Wildfire Defense Grant Program.
Prescribed Burns Near Olympia Scheduled This Summer
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife has scheduled prescribed burns for the Thurston County area this summer. The Department said the goal of these burns, which will start as early as July 1st is to restore prairie habitat on three wildlife area units.
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DNR Will Deliver 15 Surplus Wildfire Engines To Fire Districts
The Washington Department of Natural Resources will turn over 15 surplus wildfire engines to fire districts in wildfire-prone rural communities across the state this spring. The agency says this is part of their annual effort to help strengthen fire response at the local level.
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Washington Wildfires and Livestock Safety
The Washington State Department of Agriculture is urging large animal owners to closely monitor their animals during these challenging times.
Franz Rolls Out Wildfire Fighting Budget
On Wednesday, Washington Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz unveiled a request to double the state’s wildfire fighting budget. The $55 million wildfire spending plan she says will improve wildfire response and create healthier forests. Franz sa...
Washington Kicks Off Summer Fire Rules
The state of Washington began summer fire rules Sunday. The prevention measures, according to state officials are intended to protect life and property now through October 15th on 13 million acres of DNR-protected lands.
The Sunday start day was triggered by state law.
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