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  • Safety advice for fireworks season

    Jun 11, 2015

    Holiday fireworks go on sale June 28, the Office of the State Marshal urges people to use them safely. Last year, there were 432 fireworks related injuries and/or fires reported by fire departments and hospital emergency rooms. The state fire marshal urges people to always remember to use the three B’s of fireworks safety: 1. Be Prepared—Have water nearby and put pets indoors; 2. Be Safe—Only adults should light fireworks, and 3. Be Responsible—Clean up fireworks debris. The fire marshal also advises: Don’t take any chances, be sure the firew...

  • Summer Solstice 5K Run/Walk set for June 20

    Jun 11, 2015

    Lewis and Clark National Historical Park will host the second of a trail run/walk series on Saturday, June 20 to celebrate the transition from spring to summer. The Lewis & Clark Trail Series includes three different events along trails through forest landscapes. These events are open to walkers and runners of all ages. The Summer Solstice 5K on June 20 at 6 p.m., is the next event in this series. This approximately 5K course features the Netul River Trail. The start/finish line will be the front gate of the Fort Clatsop replica. This course...

  • DNR: Call 911 if you see a wildfire

    Jun 11, 2015

    As the 2015 fire season gets underway, the Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) asks citizens who spot wildfire anywhere in the state to observe the location of the fire and quickly report it by calling 911. Dispatchers answering 911 calls will immediately route calls to federal, state and local firefighters, depending on the location of the fire....