Because of extreme fire danger in the region, Asotin County officials have placed an emergency ban on campfires. County Fire Marshal Karst Riggers says the combination of high temperatures and low humidity have made conditions ripe for wildfires.

County Fire Marshal Karst Riggers comments

Asotin County Fire District Assistant Chief Mike Holman says while campfires are still permitted inside Chief Timothy Park, the beaches located nearby will also fall under the campfire ban.

Asotin County Fire District Assistant Chief Mike Holman comments

Propane barbecues are allowed, however charcoal grills are not due to the open flame required to light briquettes. For more information contact the Asotin County Fire Marshal’s Office at (509) 243-2020 or the Asotin County Fire District Office at (509) 758-5181.