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🔥 BURN BAN UPDATE 🔥 After further review of current fire conditions, the Pierce County Fire Marshal has decided the Stage 2 Burn Ban is to remain in effect at this time. Accordingly, Anderson Island is returning to a Stage 2 Burn Ban until further notice. We recognize that this change may be frustrating, particularly following the recent adjustment to the burn restrictions. We appreciate the community’s patience and cooperation as conditions continue to be evaluated. We wil

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When people think about house fires, they often think of candles or electrical cords. But some everyday items around the house can also catch fire if they are not used or stored safely. Many of these fires can be prevented by knowing what to watch for and taking a few simple safety steps. Common Household Items That Can Catch Fire Cooking oil: Cooking oil is one of the leading causes of kitchen fires. Never leave food cooking on the stove unattended. If a pan of oil catch

Summer is here, and that means fire season is too. On June 1, 2026 at 8:00 a.m., Anderson Island moved into a Stage 1 Fire Safety Burn Ban following guidance from the Pierce County Fire Marshal. Burn ban status of Anderson Island is always located at the top of our website at www.andersonislandfire.org, pinned to our Facebook page and displayed at the permit kiosk. If you have ever wondered, “Wait…what kind of burn ban is this again?” you are definitely not alone. There are a

Video posted with permission of FF Gregg Bergstrom Towing another vessel side-by-side, commonly referred to as “hip towing” or “alongside towing”, is often the safest and most effective method for maneuvering a disabled boat in tight quarters, congested waterways, or crowded marinas. When properly secured, the two vessels operate as a single, highly maneuverable unit, allowing for greater control during docking and navigation. Because alongside towing is a complex maritime op

Sources: Reddit.com, Today.com, Reddit.com, Reddit.com As temperatures rise here in the Pacific Northwest, conditions can come together to create an unexpected fire risk, even inside your vehicle. With clearer skies and stronger sunlight, combined with everyday items left in cars, the potential for heat-related damage increases. Many people keep plastic or glass water bottles in their vehicles to stay hydrated. While this seems harmless, under the right conditions these items

When an emergency happens, every second counts. Knowing when to call, what to say and what options are available can help responders reach you faster and keep everyone safer. When someone in our area calls 911 , the call is answered by South Sound 911 , our regional emergency communications center. Each year, they answer more than 1 million calls for police, fire and EMS agencies. The people who answer these calls are called telecommunicators, and they are trained to quickly