KITSAP – The Kitsap County Fire Marshal announces that effective Friday, Sept. 18 all outdoor burning may resume subject to the normal rules and regulations. Land clearing burning is still prohibited throughout the county and burning permits are required for general outdoor burning. Recreational burning may occur without burning permits. Permits may be obtained from the local fire district.

According to Kitsap County Fire Marshal David Lynam, “The early return of our fall weather pattern bringing rain, cooler temperatures and higher humidity allows us to open burning earlier than originally anticipated.”

Lynam urges anyone doing outdoor burning to exercise caution and be mindful of smoke conditions that can affect neighbors.