Stage 2 burn bans do not allow for any outdoor burning, including recreational campfires or beach fires.
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Outdoor burning restrictions were in place while the passenger-only ferry replaced the Whatcom Chief.
Firefighters battled to ensure the fire did not spread to adjacent units that contained flammable materials.
Fire danger remains very high.
Stage 2 burn bans do not allow for any outdoor burning, including recreational campfires or beach fires.
Recreational fires less than 3-foot in diameter using only seasoned firewood or charcoal are allowed under the ban.
The Whatcom Chief vehicle ferry spends 2 to 3 weeks in dry dock to undergo annual maintenance.
A Stage 2 burn ban was lifted in October, but some restrictions remained.
Fire danger is moderate and fires over 4-foot in diameter will require written permits and fires under 4-foot will require a general permit.