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Bellingham Burn Ban, Small Craft Advisory Issued

Sunday, September 13, 2026

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Whatcom County Emergency Management issued a county-wide Stage 1 burn ban effective immediately, allowing only recreational fires. A small craft advisory is also in effect for Sunday night, with possible rain Sunday morning followed by sunny conditions.

Residents are advised to follow the burn ban guidelines and avoid water activities Sunday night due to the advisory. The weather forecast indicates mostly cloudy conditions today and tomorrow, with possible rain Sunday morning.

📄 Source: Whatcom County Emergency Management (daily brief) — https://www.whatcomcounty.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=5695

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Whatcom County Emergency Management issued a county-wide Stage 1 burn ban effective immediatelyNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The burn ban allows only recreational fires“Whatcom County Outdoor Burning: As of 8 am September 11, a Stage 1 burn ban is in place. This allows for recreational fires.”
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A small craft advisory is in effect for Sunday nightNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Possible rain is expected Sunday morningNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Sunny conditions are expected after Sunday morningNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Residents are advised to follow the burn ban guidelinesNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Residents are advised to avoid water activities Sunday night due to the advisoryNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The weather forecast indicates mostly cloudy conditions todayNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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The weather forecast indicates mostly cloudy conditions tomorrowNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.
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Possible rain is expected Sunday morningNo usable supporting receipt — unverified.