SPRING BURNING TIPS

• Check the weather. If moderate or high winds are predicted don’t burn.

   

• Call KVFR at 509/933-7233 to inform them you will be burning.

   

• Conduct your burn as early as possible and finish before dark.

   

• Have plenty of help.

   

• Have safety tools available: shovels, water, hoses, a fire extinguisher, cell phone.

   

• Wear appropriate clothing.

   

• Never leave your bun unattended.

   

• Be a good neighbor, stop burning if your smoke bothers others.

   

• Always insure your burn is out cold when completed.

   

• Do not burn if there is a burn ban in effect.

   

• Call 911 immediately if you lose control of your burn.