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A Stage One outdoor burn ban will go into effect at 8:00 a.m. Monday, June 22nd, 2026, in Kitsap County. All burn permits are suspended. Only cooking and small recreational fires are allowed. Recreational fires must be: - Three feet or less in diameter - Made of charcoal or firewood, no yard debris or trash - At least 25 feet from structures or combustibles - Must be attended by a responsible adult with water or a shovel on hand - Burn responsibly Fires must be fully extinguished, soaked and cool to the touch, before being left unattended. No permit is required for recreational fires. This ban will remain in place until seasonal rain returns.

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🚨Safety Fair & Bike Rodeo 🚴‍♀️ Join us June 20th from 11 AM–3 PM at Kitsap Regional Park. Bring your little ones to ride through our Bike Safety Course, learn safe riding skills, and enter a FREE raffle for a chance to win a brand-new bike! Don't miss this fun, family-friendly event. See you there!

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🚨South Kitsap Fire and Rescue will honor fallen Lieutenant Loyd McCallister at the 2026 Washington State Fallen Firefighter Memorial Service on Sunday, June 14 at 1:00 PM in Olympia. Lt. McCallister served the South Kitsap community for more than 25 years and passed away in 2025 following an 11-year battle with job-related cancer. Today the IAFF 7th District Motorcycle Group picked up Lieutenant McCallisters ribbon that will ride to Olympia for the upcoming memorial service. Join us as we remember his service, sacrifice, and legacy. Watch the livestream: https://www.tvw.org/watch/?clientID=9375922947&eventID=2026061156 #HonorTheFallen #NeverForget #SouthKitsapFireRescue

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🩹👶 SAFE SITTER® CLASS REGISTRATION IS OPEN! 👶🩹

There are only a few openings remaining for our June class!

Looking for a great way to help your child become a confident and responsible babysitter? Our SAFE SITTER® class teaches essential safety skills, childcare basics, first aid, and how to handle emergencies when caring for younger children.

📚 Class Fee: $40
✔ Includes a Student Handbook

📞 To Register:
Call 360-871-2411
📧 Email: info@skfr.org

Registration is required, and spots are filling fast. Don't miss this opportunity to build valuable life skills and confidence!

#SafeSitter #BabysittingSkills #YouthSafety #CommunityEducation #SKFR

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Puget Sound Clean Air Agency Proposes Residential Yard Waste Burning Rule

Puget Sound Clean Air Agency Proposes Residential Yard Waste Burning Rule; Public Workshops Available The Puget Sound Clean Air Agency (PSCAA) is proposing a rule to prohibit residential yard waste burning across the four-county region. PSCAA is the regional air quality authority for King, Kitsap, Pierce and Snohomish counties. PSCAA is hosting three free online workshops in…

Safety Fair and Bike Rodeo

Join South Kitsap Fire Rescue for a fun, family-friendly Safety Fair & Bike Rodeo focused on hands-on learning, community safety, and interactive activities for all ages. This free event offers an exciting opportunity to meet local firefighters and first responders while exploring fire engines, ambulances, and lifesaving equipment up close. Attendees can enjoy: Community resources…

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South Kitsap Fire and Rescue to Honor Fallen Lieutenant Loyd McCallister at State, National, and International Memorial Events.

South Kitsap Fire and Rescue (SKFR) announces its participation in several upcoming memorial events to honor the life and legacy of Retired Lieutenant Loyd McCallister, who passed away on February 22, 2025, after an eleven-year battle with job-related cancer. Lt. McCallister served the citizens of South Kitsap for more than 25 years with dedication, professionalism,…

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