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South Kitsap Fire and Rescue - Official Site️ 12 hours ago

The Kitsap County Fire Marshal, in coordination with the Kitsap County Fire Chiefs Association, announces that the Stage One ban on outdoor burning will be lifted effective 8 a.m. Thursday, Oct. 1, 2026. Recreational fires and general outdoor burning may resume, subject to normal rules and regulations. The decision follows the return of cooler fall weather, recent rainfall, and increased humidity. Over the past week, Kitsap County has received rain across most areas, temperatures are cooling, and fuel moisture conditions have improved. Outdoor burning may resume, but it’s important to follow the rules and take precautions to keep your property and our community safe. Before you burn: • A permit is required for general outdoor burning. Contact us for permits and additional information. 360-871-2411. • Outdoor burning is prohibited within city limits. • Only burn natural vegetation grown on your property. • Burn piles must be 10 feet by 10 feet or smaller. • Land-clearing debris may not be burned. • Keep burn piles at least 50 feet from structures and property lines. • Fires must be attended at all times until completely extinguished. • Have a shovel, water supply, and tools available to control the fire. • Clear tall grass, dry brush, and other vegetation within 50 feet of the burn pile. • When you’re finished, make sure the fire is completely out and cold to the touch before leaving.

South Kitsap Fire and Rescue - Official Site️ 2 days ago

🚒 Ever wonder why firefighters are sprayed with water after a fire? It’s called decontamination, and it’s an important part of staying safe. After a fire, firefighters can have smoke, soot, and other harmful substances on their gear and clothing. Spraying them down with water helps remove some of that contamination before they leave the scene. This helps keep those contaminants from being carried into the fire station, fire trucks, or firefighters’ homes. 🔥 The fire may be out, but the job isn’t over. Taking the time to clean up helps protect firefighters after the call. 🏠 Community safety takeaway: If you’ve been near a fire, avoid touching firefighters’ gear or equipment, and follow instructions from emergency crews. Fire scenes can contain hazards even after the flames are gone.

South Kitsap Fire and Rescue - Official Site️ 5 days ago

🚒 Learning Fire Safety Starts Young! 🔥 This week, we welcomed a group of preschoolers to the station for a fun and educational tour! Our little visitors got to explore the fire truck while learning some important fire safety lessons. 👨‍🚒👩‍🚒 We talked about: 🔔 Important sounds to listen for, including the sound of a smoke alarm. 🚨 If you see smoke, get low and go! 🏠 Have an escape plan and practice it with your family. 📍 Choose a meeting spot outside your home where everyone can gather in case of an emergency. It’s never too early to start talking about fire safety! A few simple conversations today can help children know what to do when it matters most. ❤️

South Kitsap Fire and Rescue - Official Site️ 1 week ago

🍎 Fresh apples, shared with our community! Our crews, along with Fire Commissioner Lerma, recently picked apples from the apple trees here on our property and delivered them to the South Kitsap helpline to help those in our community. It may be a small gesture, but we believe every little bit helps. We’re always grateful for opportunities to share what we have and lend a helping hand whenever we can. There has been 112 pounds picked and shared this season! Just another way SKFR is proud to serve and give back to the community we’re so fortunate to be a part of! 🍎❤️