Cal Fire announced the lifting of burn restrictions in the counties of Colusa, Napa, Solano, Sonoma and Yolo, as of 8 a.m. Monday.
Recent rains and cooler temperatures across the region have lowered the threat of wildfires, the state fire agency said in a statement, meaning burn permits can be issued again.
Cal Fire Sonoma-Lake-Napa (LNU) Unit Chief Mike Marcucci said in a statement, while the area is getting some much-needed wet weather, we still live in a year-round fire season.
“Please take the time to ensure your property and homes are ready for the next time that fire strikes,” Marcucci said. “It is also a great time to ensure that your flues and chimneys are clean as well.”
Marcucci said safe residential pile burning of forest residue by landowners is a crucial tool in reducing fire hazards. State, federal and local land management and fire agencies also utilize this same window of opportunity to conduct prescribed burns aimed at improving forest health and reducing fuels on private and public lands.
For information on burn permits for Lake County, please visit the South Lake County Fire Protection District website at https://www.southlakecountyfire.org./home/permits/.