The outdoor burn ban has been extended through October 12 for Klickitat County Burn Ban Zone 2 (that’s us). Yes, the weather is cooler, winds have died down, and we have seen light sprinkles, heavy morning dew, and even some dense fog. However, wildfire danger remains high. Fuel is bone dry and each sunny, breezy day keeps it that way.
If you didn’t get that chimney cleaned late last spring, now’s a great time to do it while the weather is still nice. Climbing on the roof when it’s icy is hazardous and putting it off could result in a dangerous flue fire.
Some people replace their smoke and carbon monoxide alarm batteries on New Year’s Day or when they switch to or from Daylight Savings Time. Others check them when/if they think of it. Have you checked yours this year? Working alarms save lives!
Think about this summer’s fires and how easily the big fires could have happened here. Consider stepping up to help protect your home and your community. A hard, fast attack by local volunteer first-responders is often what keeps a small fire from becoming a national news story. More manpower is needed at all levels of training and ability. Join your local volunteer fire district. High Prairie 509-209-4381 or Lyle 509-365-2500