In North Central Washington, fires are a natural part of the changing landscape. Fire season is becoming an annual occurrence in our region. Since 1970, over 200 fires of record have occurred within the Leavenworth area. The Eagle and Chiwaukum Complex Fires in 2014 burned a combined total of 15,677 […]
Daily Archives: July 7, 2023
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Are you concerned about wildfire? Have you taken steps to increase your home’s defensible space? We offer a free home assessment that will provide the expertise and custom work plan to reduce your wildfire risk. Email your name and address to info@chelanfd3.org to get on the list, or go to:Wildfire […]
We offer a free chipping service for residents of Chelan County Fire District #3. We do 2 weeks of chipping in the spring and in the fall. Email your name, address and phone number to info@chelanfd3.org get on the list.
Reduce Your Wildfire Risk We live in a fire-prone environment. However, we can significantly reduce our risk of loss by taking a proactive approach.
Fire resistant plants are available at a variety of locations in the area. The box stores as well as the local nurseries all carry an array of both fire resistant plants as well as some highly flammable species.
There’s nothing like outdoor grilling. It’s one of the most popular ways to cook food. But, a grill placed too close to anything that can burn is a fire hazard. They can be very hot, causing burn injuries. Follow these simple tips and you will be on the way to […]