Think twice about s’mores. Campfire ban begins in Olympic National Park and Forest
Campfire bans for Olympic National Park and Olympic National Forest have gone into effect as hot weather and dry conditions keep wildfire risks high.
The ban includes using anything that produces an ash, including charcoal, and encompasses the coastal areas of Olympic National Park. Persistent hot and dry conditions influenced National Park Service officials to implement the ban and align with state and county campfire restrictions.
“We have already seen wildfires start throughout Western Washington and these types of conditions are highly conducive to wildfires starting on the peninsula.” Interagency Fire Management Officer Jeff Bortner said in a news release. “By following these restrictions, everyone can help reduce the risk of unintentional wildfires.”
Park officials ask that visitors be aware of the high fire risk in the park, and take precautions. Fireworks are always illegal. People who see smoke or flames in the park should call 911.
