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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
July 29, 2013
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Countywide Stage 1 burn ban effective July 29
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Due to the
continuing hot and dry weather, Pierce County Fire Marshal Warner Webb
announced that a Phase One burn ban was implemented at 12:01 a.m. on
Monday, July 29.
All burning permits
are suspended and outdoor burning is prohibited, except for small
recreational fires less than three feet in diameter, fires in barbecues
and cooking appliances, outdoor fireplaces and
campfires in approved fire pits and locations at established
campgrounds.
Persons with approved Department of Natural Resources burn permits are advised to call 800-323-BURN (2876).
For additional
information or instructions, please contact your local fire department
or the Pierce County Fire Marshal's office at (253) 798-7179.
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MEDIA CONTACTS:
Hunter George, Pierce County Communications director
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