Hot, Dry Weekend Raises Washington Wildfire Concerns: ‘Don’t Be that Spark’

Hot, dry weekend raises Washington wildfire concerns: ‘Don’t be that spark’

As Washington braces for a hot, dry weekend, state officials are warning about the possibility of wildfires. Washington State Public Lands Commissioner Dave Upthegrove said 80-90% of wildfires in the state are human-caused. “I’m asking Washingtonians to remember that one spark is all it takes — and to recreate responsibly and work safely around our homes and properties. Don’t be that spark this weekend,” Commissioner Upthegrove said. “We’re look…

Washington Commissioner of Public Lands - The Waterland Blog

Washington Commissioner of Public Lands Dave Upthegrove is urging residents to take extra precautions this weekend as rising temperatures, dry conditions and forecast winds increase the risk of wildfires across the state. According to the Washington Department of Natural Resources, weather conditions expected this weekend include potentially record high temperatures across the Puget Sound region on Sunday, along with warming and drying condition…