A Stage 2 Burn Ban has been declared by the YRCAA Air Pollution Control Officer for both the Upper and Lower Yakima County areas effective Tuesday November 22, 2016 at 10:00 a.m. until further notice. This burn ban has been called due to inversion, poor dispersion and ventilation.
* PM2.5 levels are elevated in the upper county area.
* PM2.5 levels are elevated in the lower county area.
* Ventilation category will be poor.
* Dispersion category will be poor.
* Air quality can change rapidly; please keep watching and we will update the situation as necessary.
Please Note: Restrictions may differ within the exterior boundaries of the Yakama Reservation.
Reminder:
During a Stage 2 Burn Ban:
- All Outdoor Burning, including Agricultural burning, is prohibited;
- The use of any fireplace, wood stove or fireplace insert is prohibited, unless it is the only source of heat; and
3. All violations of the burn ban are subject to civil penalty.
For additional information visit the Yakima Regional Clean Air Agency.