Okanogan-Area Campground Will Not Open This Year Due To DNR Cuts
A popular campground in Okanogan County is one of several that will not be opening this year due to budget cuts at the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR).
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Burn Ban In Place On Forest Land Under State DNR Management
The ban prohibits outdoor burning, campfires, the use of charcoal briquettes, and prescribed burns on all DNR managed forest land.
WA DNR To Base Wildfire Planes At Pangborn Airport For Summer
The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) will be leasing space at Pangborn Airport to park some of its wildfire aircraft.
Washington DNR to Boaters and Drone Operators: Stop interfering!
DNR officials stress "firefighting operations are more important than those 12 likes you'll get on Instagram."
Upcoming Heat Wave In NCW, Eastern WA Could Boost Wildfire Danger
DNR says drought conditions are expected to worsen over the coming weeks, and extended forecast models show the potential for a heat wave in early August.
Chelan County Gearing Up For Fires In Forests And Vacation Spots
New forecasting from the National Interagency Fire Center shows North Central Washington will be especially at risk for wildfires this summer.