The Mat-Su View : Enjoy the heat, but no burn piles

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Enjoy the heat, but no burn piles

Posted by matsublog

Posted: July 7, 2009 - 10:16 am

By S.J. Komarnitsky in Wasilla --

WASILLA -- State forestry just sent out a note announcing they have temporarily suspended permits for all open burning in the Mat-Su because of the hot, dry weather. That's unusual for this time of year, but so is the streak of hot sunny days which have led to dry conditions throughout the Valley.

Burn barrels are included in the suspension. Camping, cooking and warming fires are still allowed, but officials are discouraging their use due to the high fire danger. For more information on the status of the suspension, call state forestry at 761-6312 or 761-6305.