Mason County has lifted some burn restrictions. As of 12:01 AM Friday, September 18th, recreational fires are now allowed in unincorporated areas of the County. However, the ban on residential and land clearing burning is still in effect.
Here is the news release from Mason County:
“With the recent atmospheric conditions dropping the National Fire Danger Rating System to the “Moderate” level, effective 1201 AM on Friday, September 18, Mason County will be lifting burn restrictions for recreational fires only on this date. Please note that while it is anticipated the restrictions for Residential and Land Clearing burns will also be lifted soon, they remain in effect at this time.”
A recreational fire is generally defined as a small outdoor fire used for cooking, social pleasure, or ceremonial purposes. The fire must NOT be larger than 3 feet in diameter and 2 feet in height. Burn only seasoned, dry firewood, charcoal briquettes, or manufactured logs.