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New pastor begins leading congregation at Beaver Community Church..........................2 Pacific City Joint Water-Sanitary Authority to welcome new manager.................................5
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Trio of churches to host Vacation Bible School program, Aug. 16-20 ............................10
Vol. 15, No. 373 • July 16, 2021 • FREE!
Preserving the
Coast
Three Capes Surfrider Chapter to serve area between Cape Kiwanda and Cape Meares County now under total burn ban other than camp and beach fires The Tillamook County Fire Defense Board in conjunction with the Oregon Department of Forestry announced earlier this month that a countywide total burn ban of all burning, including burn barrels and all open debris pile burning, is now in effect. The burn ban began on July 15. Residents are encouraged to plan ahead and complete all burning prior to the ban. The ban does not include permitted campfires and campfires in designated sites. Campfires on the beach must be at least 50 feet away from vegetation, and any driftwood concentrations. For further information, contact Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District at 503-3923313 or the Oregon Department of Forestry at 503-842-2545, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday.
When a burn ban isn’t in effect, the general public in Tillamook County is required to obtain burn permits. Those living in South Tillamook County need to contact Nestucca Rural Fire Protection District at 503-392-3313 for burn permit requirements. There is no fee for the burn permit, but an on-site inspection with the landowner is performed prior to issuing a permit. Officials also say it is a good reminder that fire can be a hazard at any time of year if steps are not taken to use fire safely. Whenever people use fire, whether for debris burning or enjoying a campfire, they should use these steps to prevent the fire from turning into the next wildfire. • Never leave your fire unattended. • When burning debris, always have a
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hose and shovel at the fire to prevent the fire from spreading. • Check with your local fire protection agency prior to burning. (Most Rural Fire Protection Districts require a burn permit year round.) • If camping, ensure your campfire is in a designated area. • Always make sure your campfire is out cold before leaving. • On the beach, keep your campfire far from beach grass and drift wood piles. Forest users may obtain information about state forest lands and industrial fire restrictions in our area and public fire restrictions by calling the Tillamook District public information line at 503-8422548. For other information call the Oregon Department of Forestry at 503-842-2545.
Photo by Tim Hirsch
BEACH AND CAMP FIRES are the exception to a recently announced burn ban in Tillamook County.
VISIT US AT ANY OF OUR THREE COASTAL BREWPUBS
Join us for lunch and dinner at one of our three coastal brewpubs – Pacific City, Tillamook, or Cannon Beach. All three locations are OPEN with indoor and outdoor dining. Fly over and enjoy our newest seasonal Peach Trip, Ale with Peaches or Kreamsicle, an Orange Zest India Pale Ale. Visit PelicanBrewing.com to stay up to date on all our current offerings, hours, and dining options. Cheers!