by MIK PREYSZ

Orcas Fire Chief

This week’s update is to let you know that as much as we would like to we cannot lift the Burn Ban at this time. This decision is based on the lack of moisture in the underlying vegetation on our islands. In fact even with the welcomed rain, the moisture content of the fuels have gotten 1 percent dryer. We are in regular contact with the Fire Marshal and will advise the public if the ban is lifted.