Environmental

Cooler weather and several days of substantial precipitation led to the burn ban lifts, which had been in place since June 15. 

By following these best practices—minimizing wood burning to only necessary circumstances and ensuring that all fuel is dry and clean—households can help protect both their family’s health and the broader community’s air quality.

As winds are predicted from the southeast, Point Roberts and Sandy Point should see some of the strongest winds, but most of the coast will be affected.

A burn permit is still required for any fires larger than four feet by four feet.

Fishing is only open in lower Whatcom Creek on Saturdays and Sundays, so that leaves four more days in the season.

According to the AG’s Office, the protected areas support thousands of climbing routes, paddling runs and trails for hikers and bikers across the country.

The recalled birdseeds are sold at Haggen, Safeway and Albertsons stores in Washington and Oregon.

Recent surveys by the state Department of Ecology have found that endangered Chinook are still active on spawning ground in the North Fork.

The group says rising vessel traffic in the Salish Sea poses a higher risk of accidents and adds more underwater noise and pollution that can harm marine life, such as endangered Southern Resident orcas. 

Work will be done to remove the trees on weekdays from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. to avoid major commuting hours.