Okanogan County lifts burn restrictions

As of Friday, Oct. 25, Okanogan County’s burn restriction was lifted, the county emergency management agency said.

Natural vegetation may now be burned within unincorporated areas of Okanogan County, but they “strongly encouraged” people to call Okanogan County Sheriff Dispatch at 509-422-7232, option 4, before burning.

The county also said to be sure to check on current burning rules/restrictions...