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Stage 1 Burn Ban Remains in Place

Wednesday, September 23, 2026

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Whatcom County's Stage 1 burn ban remains in effect, according to the Tuesday, September 22, 2026, Emergency Management Daily Briefing. The ban allows recreational fires but restricts other types of burning. The briefing also noted that after morning clouds, the weather will be mostly sunny today and tomorrow, with rain expected later this week. Residents are directed to visit WhatcomReady.org for preparedness tips.

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Whatcom County's Stage 1 burn ban continues, allowing recreational fires but restricting other burning.“Stage 1 burn ban still in place, recreational fires allowed.”
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Whatcom County's Stage 1 burn ban remains in effect, according to the Tuesday, September 22, 2026, Emergency Management Daily Briefing. The ban allows recreational fires but restricts other types of burning. The briefing also noted that after morning clouds, the weather will be mostly sunny today and tomorrow, with rain expected later this week. Residents are directed to visit WhatcomReady.org for preparedness tips.“After morning clouds we should see the sun today. Mostly sunny tomorrow as well, but rain is coming later this week. Visit WhatcomReady.org for preparedness tips. Stage 1 burn ban still in place, recreational fires allowed.”

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Tuesday, September 22, 2026 Emergency Management Daily Briefing for Whatcom County — Tue, 22 Sep 2026 08:13:13 -0800
After morning clouds we should see the sun today. Mostly sunny tomorrow as well, but rain is coming later this week. Visit WhatcomReady.org for preparedness tips. Stage 1 burn ban still in place, recreational fires allowed.
Source: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=5710

Monday, September 21, 2026 Emergency Management Daily Briefing for Whatcom County — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 15:34:00 -0800
Go to WhatcomReady.org or WhatcomReady Facebook for up to date information on the overturned tank truck in Bellingham. After fog this morning it will be sunny. Mostly sunny tomorrow, but rain is coming later this week.
Source: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=5708

October 21 Service Outage Planned for Lummi Island Ferry — Mon, 21 Sep 2026 14:27:12 -0800
The Whatcom Chief will be out of service from 10:10 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Wednesday, October 21, to inspect and maintain the ferry terminal facilities at both Lummi Island and Gooseberry Point.
Source: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=5709

Fourth Quarter 2026 Ferry Punch Card Sales & Exchanges — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 14:51:07 -0800
All events will be held at the Lummi Island Ferry Office (island-side terminal).
Source: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=5707

Pressing Apple Cider This Fall? Follow These Safety Tips. — Fri, 18 Sep 2026 11:12:25 -0800
Fresh-pressed apple cider is a favorite fall tradition in Whatcom County. Apple cider that has NOT been pasteurized can carry harmful bacteria that can make people sick. We recommend the following safety steps to keep your cider-making safe and fun.
Source: https://www.whatcomcounty.us/CivicAlerts.aspx?aid=5706