A fire broke out within the city limits of Soap Lake last June and required the aid of at least six agencies in addition to Grant County Fire District 7. The Department of Natural Resources is encouraging residents across the state to take precautions to protect their homes from wildfires, which may see their start in cities.
May 1, 2023
Stories this photo appears in:
DNR offers wildfire readiness tools
OLYMPIA – As the temperatures heat up outside, the Washington Department of Natural Resources is working to raise awareness of wildfire risks across the Evergreen State. “At DNR, we often say that no one is immune from the effects of wildfires,” said Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz. “But even the simplest measures – such as cleaning up pine needles and dry leaves, or moving firewood 30 feet away from your home – can make your home more resilient to the growing threat of wildfire.” ...