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Thurston County issues fire safety burn ban on yard waste and land clearing
3+ hour, 20+ min ago (258+ words) Thurston County has approved a temporary ban on residential yard waste burning and all land clearing burns in unincorporated areas of Thurston County. The ban begins Wednesday, July 8 and continues through Thursday, Oct. 15. Recreational campfires will continue to be allowed…...
Fire officials share Fourth of July fireworks safety tips
6+ hour, 27+ min ago (310+ words) ORLANDO, Fla. "As families across Central Florida celebrate the Fourth of July and America's 250th birthday, fire officials are reminding residents that while fireworks are a holiday tradition, safety should be just as much a part of the celebration. For Orange…...
Fire Marshal says leave the fireworks to the professionals this July Fourth
12+ hour, 22+ min ago (335+ words) The Monroe County Fire Marshal's Office wants everyone to have a fun and, most importantly, a safe Fourth'of July weekend. Please leave fireworks displays to the professionals. All professional fireworks in unincorporated Monroe County must be permitted through the Monroe…...
July 4 fire danger concerns locals, city leaders offer community fireworks show
6+ hour, 20+ min ago (26+ words) ktnv. com July 4 fire danger concerns locals, city leaders offer community fireworks show...
Patagonia fireworks show cancelled over fire danger | Video | kvoa. com
5+ hour, 17+ min ago (31+ words) Patagonia fireworks show cancelled over fire danger KVOA Patagonia Volunteer Fire & Rescue has canceled its scheduled fireworks show due to extremely dry conditions and wildfire concerns. Watch News 4 Tucson...
Red flag warning in place for Lower Palouse / Snake River for Saturday
7+ hour, 17+ min ago (379+ words) The NWS Spokane WA released a red flag warning at 10: 27 a. m. on Friday valid for Saturday between 1 p. m. and 8 p. m. for Lower Palouse / Snake River. "The National Weather Service in Spokane has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity,…...
Firefighters offer advice about dud fireworks ahead of Fourth of July
7+ hour, 8+ min ago (232+ words) Firefighters in the Lafayette area offer some last minute firework safety advice before you head out to celebrate the holiday A dud firework isn't just a disappointment. If it's not handled properly, it can become a major safety risk. "If…...
Officials warn of heightened fireworks danger ahead of July 4 - AOL
13+ hour, 50+ min ago (129+ words) Officials warn of heightened fireworks danger ahead of July 4 AOL. com Officials warn of heightened fireworks danger ahead of July 4 Dolly Parton sends sweet thank you to Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce for donation Jon Pardi announces divorce from wife…...
Firefighters Warned Of Possible Heavy Metal Exposure
8+ hour, 16+ min ago (104+ words) Mid-Utah Radio Firefighters Warned Of Possible Heavy Metal Exposure (Eureka, UT) " Firefighters battling the Iron Fire near Eureka are being warned they may have been exposed to heavy metals. State and federal agencies say the wildfire burned through historic mining…...
Middletown borough officials ban fireworks, outdoor burning amid drought indicators
18+ hour, 52+ min ago (131+ words) The extreme heat continues into the holiday weekend. Weather Warn Days are in effect. DAUPHIN COUNTY, Pa. (WHP) " Middletown borough officials announced a ban on outdoor burning and fireworks Thursday as a result of drought indicators in the area. Officials…...